Christchurch (Contiki Day 6)

Today was an early wake-up as we boarded the ferry across the Cook Straight (the body of water between the north and south islands). The Cook Straight is notorious for being rough as the wind funnels between both islands. The last hour was amazing as we came upon the south island. It was spectacular as the mountains rise right out of the water.

(arriving on the South Island)

We had to wait about an hour for our bus to arrive in Picton. We used the time to get a rugby game going in the parking lot. It was only touch, so I couldn’t show them the wrath of Canadian tackling skills.

The drive down the east coast to Christchurch was amazing. Long beaches, blue water, and mountains made every turn a perfect picture. We stopped along the way at a seal colony.

(Hanging out on the east coast)

(More hanging out on the east coast with the Contiki Crew)