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Cave Stream photo from Flock Hill Remote Wilderness Retreat

John Dunne

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12 December 2022

Heading west on ' The Great Alpine Highway No. 73 ' - the main route from Christchurch through the Southern Alps to the West Coast.

John Dunne

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12 December 2022

Canyoning Adventure New Zealand

Guide to Canyoning in New Zealand's South Island

Brent Narbey

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28 August 2017

Are you interested in true adventure and wanting to get into a wilderness environment? If you are planning a holiday to New Zealand then you should seriously consider canyoning. The nature of this sport gets you into area’s very few get the privilege to visit. Think crystal blue pools, waterfalls and truly untouched virgin forests – and if you are fit and love adventure this could be perfect for you.

Brent Narbey

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28 August 2017

Jonathan takes on the ‘Lost World Epic’ Caving in Waitomo – and Survives

Jonathan Pedrotti

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5 October 2013

It is one of the perks of being an intern at First Light Travel; we encourage these youngsters to get out and explore this fine country of ours. The Lost World is without a doubt a favourite and we never hesitate to recommend the experience – it is the best caving in Waitomo and we know the adventure that awaits. But don’t take my word for it; have a read of what our Italian intern Jonathan has to say...

Jonathan Pedrotti

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5 October 2013

The 13-Day World Heritage New Zealand Hiking Trail – Am I up for the Challenge?

Brent Narbey

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30 September 2013

With such iconic names as the Milford, Routeburn and Hollyford tracks walk including Arthurs Pass and Mount Cook, National Parks and Fox Glacier. The New Zealand Trails - World Heritage New Zealand Hiking Tour ticked all the right boxes - but was I up for the challenge?

Brent Narbey

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30 September 2013

The Beautiful Jenolan Caves – A Must when Traveling to the Blue Mountains

Brent Narbey

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18 April 2013

At a stately 340 million years, the Jenolan Cave network is the oldest open cave system in the world and are absolutely spectacular. Located in the beautiful Blue Mountains World Heritage Area the Jenolan Caves are only a couple of hours drive from Sydney and make a great day or overnight excursion. The vast cave network has over 40 km (25 Miles) of multi-level passages offering easy site seeing walks, educational and historical tours to active adventure caving.

Brent Narbey

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18 April 2013