Recently made a trip inland to sight see around the Southern Alps. Started at lakes Tekapo and Pukaki then ventured into Mount Cook National Park. At 3,754 meters, half the height of Mt. Everest, Mount Cook is the highest point in NZ and surprisingly easy to get near.
The weather was nice near the lakes but rapidly changed in between the ranges. Wind gusts could hit 100k/hr so I turned back after a short hike in the park. Will make another trip on a nicer day since the area hosts some of the most stunning views.
Lake Tekapo
Lake Pukaki
Mount Cook National Park
Stunning views. Amazing photographs.
Jake, I said the same thing as your mom…stunning views. Thank you for sharing your photos. I’m traveling through NZ vicariously! Take good care!
Awesome pictures! What an awesome trip!
Jake, I talked with JD Payne Boothe, an old friend of your dad’s. He was out of this world proud of you for following your dream…having the courage to leave what you know and go to a far-away land and work your way across country. He loved all your pics and your video and said to keep sending! Hugs, Aunt Susan
Thanks Aunt Susan, and tell JD I appreciate his words. I still owe him a game of racquetball when I get back :)