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Dolphins, heritage and perfect coastline: Exploring New Zealand by Kayak

Brent Narbey

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30 June 2014

Untouched waterways, pristine lakes and perfect coastline make up a fair bit of New Zealand’s environment. Many of these places are isolated and hard-to-reach, but those that seek to explore this kind of wilderness are rewarded with one-of-a-kind experiences that are well off the beaten track.

Brent Narbey

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30 June 2014

Rafting in New Zealand – the Ultimate Kiwi Adventure!

Brent Narbey

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23 June 2014

One of the best ways to truly explore New Zealand’s most isolated and beautiful environments is with a rafting adventure. Pristine waterways – often complete with high-energy rapids and canyons – wind through temperate rainforests, past sky scraping mountain peaks and alongside valleys dotted with wildflowers. At First Light Travel, we love down-to-earth adventures in the New Zealand wilderness, and rafting in New Zealand through isolated backcountry is about as good as it can get...

Brent Narbey

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23 June 2014

The Best New Zealand Beaches, Lakes and Rivers for Summer Swimming.

Brent Narbey

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22 May 2014

Mother Nature has been kind to us here in New Zealand, providing natural pools, inlets, and wild beaches in beautiful settings to enjoy. As a country with over 14,000 kilometers (8,700 miles) of coastline - spend some time getting to know our stunning inland lakes, coastline and wilderness rivers.

Brent Narbey

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22 May 2014

Independent Hiking in New Zealand

Brent Narbey

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28 March 2014

A high standard of track maintenance mixed with a ‘Mild Ocean Controlled Climate’ during the summer months (December to March) makes independent hiking in New Zealand both popular and cost-effective. However, it doesn’t come without risks and those thinking of doing it alone need to be mindful of the pitfalls especially if considering one of New Zealand's remote multi-day hikes.....

Brent Narbey

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28 March 2014

The Best Biking in New Zealand

Brent Narbey

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8 January 2014

Over the last decade Biking in New Zealand has experienced a surge in popularity with increasing numbers of international visitors making the pilgrimage to experience our great outdoors on two wheels.

Brent Narbey

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8 January 2014