Darek Kay

I enjoyed the busy city life in Melbourne for a few days, but soon the adventurer and nature seeker in me took over again.

After five weeks in New Zealand, it was time for a change of scenery.

“I will not say "Do not weep", for not all tears are an evil.” ― The Lord of the Rings On my way to the last stop in New Zealand, I spent a good amount of time at the Ōhau Point Lookout, which is known for a nearby fur seal colony.

“But in the end it’s only a passing thing, this shadow; even darkness must pass.” ― The Lord of the Rings There aren't many interesting stops on the 4-hour drive from Westport to the Abel Tasman National Park (apart from the overall high New Zealand basel…

“‘What do you fear, lady?’

“Well, I’ve made up my mind, anyway.

“The Road goes ever on and on, down from the door where it began.

“Memory is not what the heart desires.

“Gandalf, my old friend, this will be a night to remember.” ― The Lord of the Rings The next three days of my journey, I've spent in and around Twizel.

“All we have to decide is what to do with the time that is given us.” ― The Lord of the Rings Dunedin is a former Scottish settlement, which becomes apparent after a quick walk through the city.

“It is no bad thing to celebrate a simple life.” ― The Lord of the Rings Now that I've explored the north island of New Zealand, it was time to head over to what many describe as "the better island".

“I know we are going to take a very long road, into darkness; but I know I can't turn back.” ― The Lord of the Rings Black Abyss Waitomo is mostly known for their glowworm caves.