🇳🇿 New Zealand South Island Road Trip - Day 6
✈️ Starting the Journey Stayed at Novotel Christchurch Airport for convenience after our late flight. Picked up our rental car in the morning and hit the road towards Greymouth! 🚗💨 📍 Scenic Stops Along the Way 1️⃣ Lake Pearson - A serene alpine lake perfect for a quick photo stop. 📸 2️⃣ Castle Hill - Famous Lord of the Rings filming location with surreal limestone boulders. 🏔️✨ (Pro tip: Great for short hikes and photography!) 3️⃣ Punakaiki Pancake Rocks - The highlight of the day! Arrived during high tide + light rain—waves crashed dramatically against the rocks, sending sprays soaring! 🌊💥 (Absolutely mesmerizing!) 🍱 Road Trip Essentials Packed snacks and drinks for the long drive (limited food options en route!). The coastal drive from Greymouth to Pancake Rocks was breathtaking—lush forests meet wild seas! 🌿🌊 #NZRoadTrip #SouthIslandAdventure #PancakeRocks #CastleHill #TravelDiaries