Cook Strait, Picton, Nelson & Abel Tasman

Off to the south island I go! The ferry crossing made me feel a bit queezy i'm not going to lie to you but when i arrived in Picton it was all worth it. This place is just a harbour town but it has some stunning views on offer and a great hostel called the villa where i made use of the spa and loved the homecooked apple crumble!

What can i say about Nelson that is positive? This town was pretty ugly to be honest...maybe it looks better in the sun!

Went on a day trip to Abel Tasman national park where i went on a speed boat cruise and then completed a 4hr walk of part of the park. Stunning views, stream crossing and walks to bays. Visited by some of the native birds while I was eating my lunch looking out to sea.