TASMAN TRAVELS

The first leg of our South Island tiki tour with the folks kicked off at @spencerbeachtop10 and took us straight over Arthur’s Pass! 🏔️ Following behind in their @soel_outdoors hire motorhome, stretching its legs over the Pass while we led the way with the mighty @australiscaravansnz Not a bad first proper mountain drive… We stopped at Kura Tāwhiti Castle Hill to explore those epic limestone formations, ancient, dramatic, and always a favourite, before rolling into Klondyke Corner @docgovtnz Camp for the night. A village café pie was essential (with a few cheeky kea keeping watch), and we walked it off climbing the many steps up to Devil’s Punchbowl Falls. Worth every single one. Blue skies, crisp alpine air, and plenty of fellow adventurers out soaking it all in.

One of the best family experiences we’ve ever done! The off-road adventure with @franzjoseftours @glaciercountrynz We all LOVED IT!!! #tasmantravels #newzealand #travel #ad #nzmustdo

Alright they look better than we do!! 😆 #caricature #trend #cartoon #bobblehead #tasmantravels

Security on the road! #TasmanTravels #COVIinsurance #newzealand #vanlife #travel

We parked up at @spencerbeachtop10 while waiting for the folks to land from the UK and join the convoy in their @soel_outdoors hire motorhome, following us in the @australiscaravansnz obviously 😉 This park is seriously spacious. It’s surrounded by forest, so it feels peaceful and tucked away, yet you’re only about 20 minutes from @christchurch_airport and not far from @christchurchnz city at all. You genuinely get that “out in the bush” feel without being miles from anything. Spencer Beach is just down the road for coastal walks, and if you’re into biking, you’re right in Bottle Lake Forest Park, which has some of the best MTB trails around. Modern facilities, plenty of amenity blocks, and a really friendly team running the place. Such a good launch pad for kicking off a South Island adventure. #tasmantravels #top10holidayparks #newzealand #travel #christchurch

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More of this on the @westcoastnewzealand

@bfgoodrichau All-Terrain tyres + @cruisemastercountry XT Level 4 Airbag Suspension. That’s the foundation under our @australiscaravansnz and it’s there for a reason! New Zealand roads are no joke. Chip seal, alpine passes, long gravel stretches into @docgovtnz camps, windy, bouncy and sometimes rough! We chose @bfgoodrichau LT285/75R16 All-Terrains for their strong LT construction, high load rating and tough sidewalls. The tall profile cushions corrugations, and the wide footprint keeps the van stable in crosswinds and on loose surfaces. Paired with the @cruisemastercountry Level 4 system, we get heavy-duty damping for rough roads and adjustable airbags that do two key things, smooth the ride and help with levelling at camp. We can fine-tune ride height under load and dial it in depending on terrain. The result? ✔ Better tracking on gravel ✔ Less bounce on corrugations ✔ Strong load support ✔ Confidence in remote places This setup works brilliantly across NZ and would perform just as well in @australia It’s not all about looking tough, it’s about being built for where we actually travel in our @australiscaravans #tasmantravels #travel #caravan #newzealand #offroad Australis Brand Ambassador

📍 @top10greymouth @westcoastnewzealand

Some whānau are getting some pretty sweet gifts coming their way!! 😊 Handmade in the @nelsontasmannz at the @topofthesouthnz So cool!

📍 Klondyke Corner @docgovtnz campsite

A must-visit whenever we’re in @visitwaimakariri @northcanterburynz Indian Food Court, Kaiapoi never disappoints, whether you’re dining in or grabbing takeaway. The atmosphere is always welcoming, Hema and her family are absolutely lovely, and the food… never fails 👌🔥 Just a 5-minute drive from the Kaiapoi @nzmcainc Park, and well worth the stop. Yum!

Have the best stay at @spencerbeachtop10 @christchurchnz waiting for the folks to arrive! #tasmantravels #top10holidayparks #newzealand #travel #love

Don’t let anyone dim your light.

Sometimes the most unassuming, quiet stops by a bridge, a road, a river, can be the most grounding. 📍Gemmels Crossing @waitaki_nz

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