January 2nd - Te Anau

Today not only the scenery, but also the weather looked like the Lake District. It poured! Non-stop, all day – totally English. So we went shopping, found a second-hand bookshop, bought some food and wine for tea tonight, and generally had a very laid-back day. Which, as we’re driving up to Milford Sound tomorrow, is probably a good idea – it’s 2 ½ hours there and the same back again, but it all sounds too amazing to miss. Must charge the camera tonight – and fill the car, as there’s no petrol available at Milford Sound. And apparently, it’s spectacular no matter what the weather is like, which is just as well, really. Definitely no photographs today…