Neville Peat introduces the history, geology and attractions of the region - its flora, wildlife, bush walks, caves and waterfalls - before tracing the journey along the stunning Southern Scenic Route linking Otago, Southland and Fiordland.

Serving as a guide to hikes, flora, and fauna of Stewart Island, one of the three main islands of New Zealand, this book includes information on history, climate, transportation, accommodations, and historical sites.

Contains many colour photographs and narrative descriptions to create a portrait of the geography of the Central South Island. This title includes chapters that describe the glaciers of the area, the mountains, the rivers, the ranges, the highest peaks, and conservation concerns. The wildlife of the area is also featured.

Wanaka is a gem. In summer, boating, fishing, climbing, walking and cycling absorb large numbers of holiday-makers. In winter, downhill and cross-country skiing and snowboarding are the attractions. This book introduces this environment of mountains and lakes, extending from the Cardrona Valley to Mount Aspiring National Park, to Lake Hawea.

'Central' is a spectacular and unique region, set apart from the rest of the South Island by its geology and climate, which nurture a diverse range of flora and fauna. From alpine plants to the secrets of valley floor life, this book introduces a natural environment.

Celebrates Otago Museum's 'Southern Land, Southern People' gallery. This book offers a comprehensive insight into the character of the region - its astonishing landforms, lost fauna and flora, fossil record and boisterous climate - and the way people have explored this challenging landscape and utilised its natural resources.

Author-s bicycle journey through small-town New Zealand, revisited 'a generation on' , with postscript on cycling in Antarctica.

Fiordland is one of the planet's great wilderness areas, where monumental landscapes combine with a mosaic of miniature worlds. Located on the southwest coast of New Zealand, much of its landscape was formed by great valleys carved out by glaciers which are now half-drowned. This book is for travellers, nature-lovers and scientists alike.

Queenstown is unlike anywhere else in New Zealand. It is the country's tourism mecca, for lots of good reasons - mountains, rivers, lakes, climate, snow sports, tramping, fishing, bungy jumping, and white-water rafting. This book provides a holiday guide to the region, with descriptions of its highlights and suggestions for drives and walks.