My Card arrived a day early and so i managed to hitch a lift down to Fox Glacier on Wednesday evening. Although there was no accommodation in town the owners of the hostel kindly let me sleep in the movie lounge for 10 bucks. Not bad considering the en-suite sea of bean bags and 48" TV.

Ive been up on the glacier today for a full day exploring ice caves and having my toes trodden on by people with crampons. Very enjoyable.

Im moving on tomorrow down to Wanaka, famous for its lakes and walking. Hopefully i can get a free ride again but i'll have to wait and see.