New Zealand 2019/20 Stage 8 – Makarora to Wanaka

The neck - between Lake Wanaka and Lake Hawea. Also a tough climb.

Post published:03/01/2020
Post category:Tour New Zealand 2019/20

Waking up in Makarora with the sun we were happy that the summer was not already gone again. We started early and cycled further on the Highway 6 in the direction of Wanaka. The street went along the beautiful Lake Wanaka. And after a tough climbing we could enjoy a stunning view over Lake Hawea. The landscape was incredible but…

New Zealand 2019/20 Stage 7 – Haast to Makarora

Stopping at some peak on our way to Haast pass.

Post published:02/01/2020
Post category:Tour New Zealand 2019/20

We set our alarm clock early but at 6 in the morning a terrible thundestorm raged outside our hotel in Haast. So we slept one hour again and packed our things together quite slowly waiting at least for the thunderstorm to end. Finally, we could start in nice typical New Zealand West Coast weather - meaning rain 😉. We were…