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Road Trip to South Island Day 2 + Wellington-Picton Ferry Guide

🚗 Day 2: Ohakune → Wellington Early departure from Ohakune, winding through mountain roads with stunning lookouts (perfect for quick photo stops—just watch for traffic!). Passed a desolate, windswept beach—unexpectedly beautiful in its rawness. Wellington Highlights: Te Papa Museum: Massive & interactive (way better than Auckland’s!). Skipped most Māori exhibits but was moved to tears by the WWI Gallipoli exhibition—a visceral tribute to ANZAC soldiers. ("Lest we forget.") Rooftop views at Te Papa’s outdoor deck + Jay Chou’s Old Bank photo spot nearby. ⛴️ Wellington → Picton Ferry Tips (First-Timer Approved!) 1️⃣ Booking: Vehicle type matters! Sedans = easy; my MPV required selecting "VAN" + entering length. Flexible ticket (refundable/time-changeable) saved me—I’d entered the wrong date! Book early! Last-minute = stuck with the 20:30 sailing (arrives ~00:30—hotels book up!). 2️⃣ Check-in: Address: Wellington Interislander Vehicle Check-in Arrived 2.5hrs early (18:00)—no queues yet. Staff opened at 18:34, assigned lane #14. Pro tip: Toilets available in the holding area! 3️⃣ Boarding: Follow traffic onto the ship—crew directs parking. Best views: If Deck 10 is closed, try Deck 7’s open area for fjord photos! ⚠️ Key Notes ✔ MPV/oversized vehicles: Double-check measurements when booking. ✔ Overnight arrivals: Pre-book Picton accommodation—midnight check-ins are rough! ✔ Pack dinner/snacks: Onboard food is mediocre. #NZRoadTrip #InterislanderFerry #WellingtonToPicton #SouthIslandAdventure

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Road Trip to South Island Day 2 + Wellington-Picton Ferry Guide

🚗 Day 2: Ohakune → Wellington Early departure from Ohakune, winding through mountain roads with stunning lookouts (perfect for quick photo stops—just watch for traffic!). Passed a desolate, windswept beach—unexpectedly beautiful in its rawness. Wellington Highlights: Te Papa Museum: Massive & interactive (way better than Auckland’s!). Skipped most Māori exhibits but was moved to tears by the WWI Gallipoli exhibition—a visceral tribute to ANZAC soldiers. ("Lest we forget.") Rooftop views at Te Papa’s outdoor deck + Jay Chou’s Old Bank photo spot nearby. ⛴️ Wellington → Picton Ferry Tips (First-Timer Approved!) 1️⃣ Booking: Vehicle type matters! Sedans = easy; my MPV required selecting "VAN" + entering length. Flexible ticket (refundable/time-changeable) saved me—I’d entered the wrong date! Book early! Last-minute = stuck with the 20:30 sailing (arrives ~00:30—hotels book up!). 2️⃣ Check-in: Address: Wellington Interislander Vehicle Check-in Arrived 2.5hrs early (18:00)—no queues yet. Staff opened at 18:34, assigned lane #14. Pro tip: Toilets available in the holding area! 3️⃣ Boarding: Follow traffic onto the ship—crew directs parking. Best views: If Deck 10 is closed, try Deck 7’s open area for fjord photos! ⚠️ Key Notes ✔ MPV/oversized vehicles: Double-check measurements when booking. ✔ Overnight arrivals: Pre-book Picton accommodation—midnight check-ins are rough! ✔ Pack dinner/snacks: Onboard food is mediocre. #NZRoadTrip #InterislanderFerry #WellingtonToPicton #SouthIslandAdventure

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