03.02.11 Kaikoura Whale and Seal WatchingWell, despite the 25knot wind the captain decided to take his speedy boat out to see the whales. Half the proposed passengers decided against going as the sea was rough and the whales were 19miles off shore. It was an adventure trip getting there, and even more fun trying to hang on when the boat stopped beside a big whale…the rocking and rolling meant that photography was almost impossible, but it didn't matter. The wha...

01.02.11 Upper Moutere to Marble Hill Scenic Reserve Camp Site (Lewis Pass)Another beautiful morning. We took our time to pack up the car, sat chatting to Jana and Colin, and left just after lunch. It was a peaceful 4 hour journey with a afternoon tea stop at Murchison, a very small and interesting little village. The information centre there was one of the best we've seen. We've booked to go and see the whales in Kaikoura on the 9.30am boat on Thursday when the ...