New Zealand South Island - NZSI01 seascape

New Zealand South Island - NZSI01 seascapeHidden chalets nestled amongst the giants and surrounding hills. The South Island of New Zealand is the larger of the two islands by surface area but is less populated. The waters around the island are the Cook Strait, Tasman sea and the Pacific Ocean. Running along the Island from North to South are the Southern Alps, home to Fox and Franz Josef glaciers and its highest peak Mount Cook.

the Karri tree

another popular tourist destination

relaxed feeling and vibe around Yallingup with many families choosing to holiday here

The ocean begins to reclaim its rockpools

Boranup Forest

Rising swell and tide begin their assault on the beach

Choosing the weakest path of least resistance water will flow

Rock formations in the bay being exposed by the receding tide

flows along the ground and cascades over a rocky ledge

Hamelin Bay and Augusta

Wellington Dam is the largest dam in the Southwest of the state and was built to supply the Collie River irrigation district

Old boat shed on the waters edge with imminent storm brewing on the horizon