This morning we got up early and packed up the car. The weather had deteriorated even more during the night so by morning it was very rainy, windy, and cold. Queenstown, which sits on the bank of Lake Wakapitu, is known as the adventure capital of all New Zealand. Its proximity to deep canyons, rivers, and mountains guarantees that all sorts of outdoor experiences can be had. Bungy jumping was pioneered here. Our mission wasn't Bungy jumping, rather it was to set up a base camp of sorts at our next hostel (not a prison this time) for our tour tomorrow (more about that in the next post).
Along the way we stopped at Lakes Tekapo and Pukaki, both glacially fed. Despite the overcast weather, their classic blue hue was easily spotted. And even though we were further south (closer to the pole) than Christchurch, the air was much warmer. During the 300-mile drive to Queenstown the weather eventually let up but there were still some lingering clouds. It was hard to complain, however, considering the low visibility we'd experienced yesterday during the train ride.
A preview of Lake Tekapo
The Church of the Good Shepard, 1935, one of the most photographed churches in the country. Behind the altar is a panoramic window with lovely views of the lake (no interior photos allowed).
Lake Pukaki. The water was SO still...
More New Zealand road trip glamour shots
You can do ANYTHING from Queenstown!
We saw many companies with signs like this.
Fergburger: A gastronomic institution around here.
The burgers had pickled beets rather than pickles. Very interesting and good.
We went for a stroll along the opposite shore from Queenstown in the city gardens
Fancy bowling green.
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