Southland

The bus was parked in the area to the right of the meeting point. Although it was marked 120 minutes, it seemed they wouldn't check. You needed to check in at the counter first. After checking in, you had to take a speedboat to the cave (if you get seasick, take seasickness medication beforehand). Once in the cave, you were divided into groups for a guided tour before entering. It was really dark inside the cave, and you could see many blue glowing points. Finally, we had a hot drink and watched a video in a room to conclude the tour. It was really fun and very well-organized! Two last two things to remember: be sure to wear a waterproof jacket and shoes with good traction. Also, if it rains, remember to bring an umbrella so you don't get soaked!

We arrived at the meeting point early in the morning and boarded the bus. The bus stopped at Te Anau along the way, where the driver introduced the sights and took us to special spots for photos, which was very convenient! When we arrived at the fjord, we were very lucky to have good weather. The journey to the boat took nearly 2 hours, and we also had a meal and saw penguins and seals. Although the journey was very long, it was a rare experience.