Hugh Robertson Sailing · video

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A three-week camper van tour of New Zealand’s North and South Islands begins in Auckland and follows a route through major national parks and coastal towns.0:05 The itinerary includes stops at Tanner's Point, the geothermal sites near Rotorua, and a waterfall walk in Tongariro National Park.0:11 After visiting the Zealandia eco-sanctuary in Wellington, the ferry crossing of the Cook Strait to Picton features dolphin sightings.1:47 The South Island leg covers the west coast, including Paparoa National Park’s pancake rocks, the driftwood beaches of Hokitika, and Westland Tai Puutini National Park.3:02 Further travel includes Mount Cook National Park, Fjordland National Park, and Kaka Point.4:34 Returning north, the route passes through Christchurch, the Roto Kaire Scenic Reserve near Eltham, and the Waitangi Treaty grounds near Pahie.6:06 The trip concludes at Marsden Cove Marina, where the traveler prepares the yacht Sea Change for a third sailing season.9:24

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