We have driven 3,629 km and seen everywhere we originally wanted and more even though our top speed was 60mph. The roads are excellent with hardly any traffic. I have only overtaken 2 vehicles (both tractors!). We have never been bored driving as there are always mountains or rolling hills, rivers, lakes, huge farms and, of course, lots of sheep to look at.
The best aspect was the freedom the van gave us and the worst was the biting sandflys. The one physical thing I missed was a sofa (!) - the van's bench seats were quite narrow. And I am definitely going to buy a 'Shewee' before our next trip. On this subject we have been impressed with the number and quality of public toilets. Also with the abundance of free parking even in the most touristy of places. And the libraries even in tiny places all with free wifi and welcoming staff.
I think overall the beautiful scenery, the wildlife and the emptiness/lack of people will be our abiding memories of the south island.
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