Gammack Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Jul)

A must-experience checklist for New Zealand, only after these can you say you've been to New Zealand

🌟 Highlights: Spectacular fjords and glaciers, beautiful and magical beaches, indigenous Maori culture, and fairy-tale-like lakes and mountains... If you're in the mood, add a dash of courage, and you can challenge yourself at the birthplace of bungee jumping. This is New Zealand, the 'Middle-earth' of the movie The Hobbit, a must-visit destination on countless people's travel lists. ❤ Recommended Reason: Stargazing in the Aoraki Mackenzie Dark Sky Reserve, bathing in the brilliant Milky Way of the Southern Hemisphere! New Zealand's South Island is designated as an International Dark Sky Reserve, the largest of its kind in the world. The Dark Sky Reserve includes most of the area around Tekapo and Mount Cook, and is rated as 'one of the best stargazing sites on Earth.' Have a spiritual conversation with the universe under the clear and pristine dark sky, and feel this unparalleled romance and the stunningly beautiful scenery that seems like a fairyland. 👍 Most Recommended: Lake Tekapo The first image many people recognize of New Zealand is the Church of the Good Shepherd bathed in starlight under a dazzling starry sky, with clusters of lupins blooming quietly. Lake Tekapo, with its high altitude and dry climate, boasts the highest sunshine rate in New Zealand, making it especially suitable for stargazing. 👍 Most Recommended: Queenstown Queenstown is not only a paradise for extreme sports but also an easy place to stargaze. In the evening, take the Queenstown Skyline Gondola to the top of Queenstown Hill, and you can overlook the town of Queenstown as the lights come on. An inadvertent glance upward reveals a sky bathed in brilliant stars. 👍 Most Recommended: Mount Cook Besides the popular stargazing by Lake Tekapo, many photographers also recommend Mount Cook for stargazing. Mount Cook is a paradise for hikers, with multiple hiking trails that take you into the glaciers and snow-capped mountains of Mount Cook. Far from towns and with less light pollution, the majestic Mount Cook makes the starry sky atmosphere even more serene and spectacular. 👍 Most Recommended: Stewart Island Officially rated as the world's fifth International Dark Sky Reserve and the second island reserve. It is uninhabited and closest to Antarctica, so the sky is exceptionally pure.

Campervanning New Zealand

These extraordinary NZ scenes are forever burned into my mind. This’s the essence of what makes a campervan road trip in NZ such a worthwhile life experience. The feeling of freedom isn’t just a stereotype found in travel novels but it’s real. New Zealand is a truly beautiful and unique country that should be on anyone’s bucket-list. #spooktaculartrip #tripblazers #fallingforfall #awesomepic #summervacation #bucketlistreboot #urbanexplorer #newzealandtravel #staycation #nz #solotrip #campervan #bucketlist #unique #mountcook #travelphotography

Snippets Of Attractions In Christchurch

New Zealand is a dream destination for many who loves the outdoors, mountain backdrops and instaworthy shots. There are 2 islands one in the North Island and one in the south island. Christchurch is a place located in the south and caters more for the adventure seekers who loves beautiful hikes, overlooking the mountain backdrops and also the many quiet soothing scenic walks. There are a few popular attraction in Christchurch are the gorgeous looking Mountcook and Lake Tekapo, The wanaka tree with the backdrop of the lake, the tasman glacier walk and many more. Before heading to Christchurch, it is recommended to plan your roadtrip to ensure you travel plans are efficient and you do not spend too much time on the road. #bucketlistreboot #newzealand #christchurch #naturescapes #naturalwonders #mustvisit #mountains #hikes #scenic #holidayvacation

On a quiet night, I wandered around the wild field and the southern light bursted out at that moment fur away behind the Mt.Cook

A must-experience checklist for New Zealand, only after these can you say you've been to New Zealand

🌟 Highlights: Spectacular fjords and glaciers, beautiful and magical beaches, indigenous Maori culture, and fairy-tale-like lakes and mountains... If you're in the mood, add a dash of courage, and you can challenge yourself at the birthplace of bungee jumping. This is New Zealand, the 'Middle-earth' of the movie The Hobbit, a must-visit destination on countless people's travel lists. ❤ Recommended Reason: Stargazing in the Aoraki Mackenzie Dark Sky Reserve, bathing in the brilliant Milky Way of the Southern Hemisphere! New Zealand's South Island is designated as an International Dark Sky Reserve, the largest of its kind in the world. The Dark Sky Reserve includes most of the area around Tekapo and Mount Cook, and is rated as 'one of the best stargazing sites on Earth.' Have a spiritual conversation with the universe under the clear and pristine dark sky, and feel this unparalleled romance and the stunningly beautiful scenery that seems like a fairyland. 👍 Most Recommended: Lake Tekapo The first image many people recognize of New Zealand is the Church of the Good Shepherd bathed in starlight under a dazzling starry sky, with clusters of lupins blooming quietly. Lake Tekapo, with its high altitude and dry climate, boasts the highest sunshine rate in New Zealand, making it especially suitable for stargazing. 👍 Most Recommended: Queenstown Queenstown is not only a paradise for extreme sports but also an easy place to stargaze. In the evening, take the Queenstown Skyline Gondola to the top of Queenstown Hill, and you can overlook the town of Queenstown as the lights come on. An inadvertent glance upward reveals a sky bathed in brilliant stars. 👍 Most Recommended: Mount Cook Besides the popular stargazing by Lake Tekapo, many photographers also recommend Mount Cook for stargazing. Mount Cook is a paradise for hikers, with multiple hiking trails that take you into the glaciers and snow-capped mountains of Mount Cook. Far from towns and with less light pollution, the majestic Mount Cook makes the starry sky atmosphere even more serene and spectacular. 👍 Most Recommended: Stewart Island Officially rated as the world's fifth International Dark Sky Reserve and the second island reserve. It is uninhabited and closest to Antarctica, so the sky is exceptionally pure.

🇳🇿 Lake Tekapo,New Zealand for stargazing🌟

#wheretogo When we heard of Lake Tekapo, New Zealand, only two things came into our minds - stargazing and hotspring. This spot is very photogenic both day and night. It is also art of a UNESCO Dark Sky Reserve, making it the perfect spot for stargazing. During the day, we looked from the beautiful Church of the Good Shepherd across the turquoise coloured lake to the mountainous drama of the Southern Alps. The scenery was stunning！I would advised to get there early in the morning as crowds started to come in the late morning. The legendary night sky in Lake Tekapo offers the perfect opprtunity to spot stars. It is something that we can hardly do in other countries.#timetotravel #newzealand #stargazing

Situated on the shores of Lake Takapō amongst the natural beauty of the lake and the mountains, the Church of the Good Shepherd was built to the glory of God and as a memorial to the pioneers of the Mackenzie Country. Picturesque by day and dazzling by night, Lake Tekapo is part of a UNESCO Dark Sky Reserve, making it the perfect spot for stargazing. Definitely a must go place when you are travelling to NZ South Island! #tekapo #newzealand #travel #holiday

Snippets Of Attractions In Christchurch

New Zealand is a dream destination for many who loves the outdoors, mountain backdrops and instaworthy shots. There are 2 islands one in the North Island and one in the south island. Christchurch is a place located in the south and caters more for the adventure seekers who loves beautiful hikes, overlooking the mountain backdrops and also the many quiet soothing scenic walks. There are a few popular attraction in Christchurch are the gorgeous looking Mountcook and Lake Tekapo, The wanaka tree with the backdrop of the lake, the tasman glacier walk and many more. Before heading to Christchurch, it is recommended to plan your roadtrip to ensure you travel plans are efficient and you do not spend too much time on the road. #bucketlistreboot #newzealand #christchurch #naturescapes #naturalwonders #mustvisit #mountains #hikes #scenic #holidayvacation

God first created New Zealand, then created heaven in its image!

Mount Cook National Park, an hour's journey from Lake Tekapo, is surrounded by snow-capped mountains, which are super spectacular! After a 20-minute walk, I was shocked when I saw the glacier! The god of nature in New Zealand must have used 90% of his miraculous work to carve Mount Cook National Park. The mountains are spectacular and towering into the clouds, the glaciers are blue and green, and I gaze at the waterfall where the snow melts in the distance. Really, other than wow, I can't think of any words to describe my mood at the time. Blue penguins return to their nests, watch at close range, and there are small seals on the shore. Blue penguins are very small, they will return to their nests in groups in batches, very cute. Guys, the scenery in New Zealand is absolutely beautiful, every shot is a blockbuster! Pure starry sky, blue glaciers, flowers all over the mountains, dreamy and magical firefly caves, various grand views of forests, wilderness, snow mountains and fjords... If you don't come once in your life, you will really regret it!

Aoraki and the surround Mt Cook national park is a truly amazing place. With many walks and hikes available, the explorer in you goes crazy for all the wonderful sights you can take in along the way. A simple and easy track to do is the Hooker track. A great walk for all fitness levels and takes a couple of hours round trip. This is truly a magical place and you need to experience it. #wintergetaway #wintergetaway

Taking a road trip through New Zealand was one of the best decisions I made last year. The neverending beauty of this country is so fascinating.

One of the most beautiful places I’ve ever been in the whole world! Mount Cook on the South Island of New Zealand. So much beauty and mountains filled with great hikes!

New Zealand | Tasman glacier view is breathtakingly beautiful

I played all the way, and the Tasman Glacier Lake is still beyond expectations. The track is easy! The scenery is stunning! The last time I was so beautiful was the Sap Mountain in Tibet. But the infrastructure and the degree of easy access are not at the same level. NZ is a place that makes me exclaim how beautiful it is every day.

Tasman Glacier

The Tasman Glacier, located in the Tasman Lake in Mount Cook National Park on the South Island of New Zealand, is the longest glacier in New Zealand, with a length of 27 kilometers, a width of 4 kilometers, an area of 101 square kilometers, and a thickness of up to 600 meters. It is above sea level 3000 meters and is one of the longest glaciers in the world. Tasman Glacier Hiking: Take a plane to the glacier and walk to enjoy the scenery. Take a helicopter to land on the glacier, led by a guide, wearing professional equipment, walking on the Tasman Glacier. Along the way, you can enjoy various glacier sceneries, go deep into the ice, drill ice caves, taste ice water, etc. The ice time is about 2 hours, and the whole journey is about 3-4 hours; ordinary physical tourists can. Lake Pukaki was once part of New Zealand's largest Tasman Glacier. On a clear day, you can enjoy the majestic mountain view of New Zealand's highest peak, Mt. Cook, and the snow scene of distant mountains by the lake. The large amount of glacial minerals in the lake water dyes the color of the lake water into a dreamy color like milk, and you can also enjoy this quiet moment by the lake. Go upstream to Mount Cook along Lake Pukaki, and enjoy the shock and beauty of Mount Cook up close. Have a western lunch on the mountain at noon. It is the beautiful blue milk lake on the South Island of New Zealand.

New Zealand Helicopter Glacier Experience

🌟Highlights: New Zealand is the last pure land in the world. It has all terrains except deserts. New Zealand's glaciers are the only two temperate glaciers in the world (the other temperate glacier country is Chile). New Zealand's glaciers were formed 4000 years ago, due to continuous snowfall at that time, the snow pressure formed glaciers. Many terrains in the South Island of New Zealand are related to the movement of glaciers. Tasman Glacier is located on a mountain about 5000 meters above sea level. It is currently the largest glacier in New Zealand, with a length of about 90 kilometers. Taking a helicopter to watch the whole panorama of Tasman Glacier is a very shocking experience. The whole process is about 45 minutes, including about 10 minutes of glacier landing. After takeoff, you can not only enjoy the largest glacier in New Zealand, but also enjoy the highest peak of New Zealand, Mount Cook. Highly recommended! 📝Note tips: When taking a helicopter to watch the glacier, you cannot bring selfie sticks, carry-on bags, etc. It is recommended to deposit before takeoff. After boarding, you must fasten your seat belt throughout the journey. When landing on the glacier, stand in the front of the plane to avoid being injured by the propeller at the back of the helicopter. 📍Detailed address: Mount Cook National Park

Tasman Glacier trail is a short drive from the Mount Cook Village with ample parking available. The hike to view the glacier is straight up, mostly on gravel stairs with no handrails. Would not recommend for those with mobility issues. The spectacular view at the top of the trail with the glacier in the distance and floating icebergs in the lake make the hike well worth it. #wintergetaway #wintergetaway

Misty Mountains of Aoraki / Mt Cook

Exploring Aoraki / My Cook on one of the hiking tracks. Beautiful scenery but very very very windy!

mt cook star gazing

new zealand at mt cook!!!!!!!! very windy, took about a 15 minute drive to the carpark then about 20-30min easy hike to the first checkpoint where you get this amazing view. also do take a short drive out at night but drive slow to see the beautiful stars. you can star gaze almost anywhere. even at the doorstep of your stay u get an amazing view. but its better without the lights. this is taken by iphone 13 btw