McKenzie County New Zealand

We used a stunning day walking along the Hooker Valley Track. Sometimes considered the best day walk in New Zealand we were lucky enough to get a clear day with snow on the ground. The track is a gentle 10km out and back track with very little elevation gain. The track has multiple view points and ends at Hooker Lake which often has icebergs. There is a clear view of Aoraki at the end. In addition to the main attractions, McKenzie County also offers plenty of outdoor activities for all levels of adventurers. We were fortunate enough to experience the Hooker Valley Track on a clear day, with snow on the ground, which is considered by some to be the best day walk in New Zealand. The gentle 10km out-and-back track features multiple viewpoints and ends at the Hooker Lake, which is often dotted with icebergs. The highlight of the walk is the clear view of Aoraki, New Zealand's highest peak, at the end of the track. The scenery along the way is simply breathtaking, with snow-capped mountains, glacial lakes, and lush vegetation. Overall, McKenzie County is a nature lover's paradise, with plenty of opportunities for adventure and exploration

Omarama is a charming rural town in the McKenzie country. Most people stop here for lunch on the way to Wanaka and Queenstown however there are some amazing hot pools that make it worth a nights stay.

The clay cliffs are also worth spending an hour or so there to see this unique natural formations. The Clay Cliffs are a unique geological formation located in the Omarama region of McKenzie County, New Zealand. They are made up of layers of gravel and silt that were deposited by glaciers more than a million years ago, and then exposed and eroded by wind and water over time. The result is an impressive series of sharp pinnacles and ravines that resemble a miniature version of the Grand Canyon. The colors of the cliffs change depending on the light and time of day, ranging from white to gold to orange, creating a striking visual display.

After we headed to the hot pools where we  had a 90 minute soak with a beautiful view. The private woodfired tubs are designed to be very secluded and you can control  the temperature. You can also  order cheese platters, wine, or beer to your tub making it a very special date or day with your friends .