Mainly Hiking, Nature, and a little mix of Traveling
Mainly Hiking, Nature, and a little mix of Traveling
Mainly Hiking, Nature, Travels and Camping.
Having seen the close-up view of the majestic snow-covered Mount Taranaki during my epic Syme Hut / Fanthams Peak climb in spring, I eagerly planned my climb to this legendary mountain in the summer. I did the Mount Taranaki Summit Track in mid-late December (early summer), when most of the snow and ice have melted except for […]
Mount Taranaki Summit Track: North Island’s 2nd Highest Mountain Read More »
Whanganui River Journey – Great Walk on a Canoe The Whanganui Journey is the only New Zealand Great Walk that can be done only by paddling, instead of tramping on foot. The journey takes place on the scenic Whanganui River through the remote Whanganui National Park. Good fitness and confidence paddling a canoe are essential for the
Whanganui Journey: Multi-Day River Paddling In National Park Read More »
Waiotapu Thermal Wonderland is a wonderful active geothermal scenic reserve in New Zealand’s Taupo Volcanic Zone. It is a natural wonder to witness, and a place to visit near Rotorua or Taupo. Waiotapu is a Maori word for ‘sacred water’. Admission tickets can be booked online, or bought on the spot (cashless only) at Wai-o-Tapu Welcome Centre.
Waiotapu Thermal Wonderland | Hot Pools & Lady Knox Geyser Read More »
Travelers should not leave Aotearoa (New Zealand) without experiencing at least some of the rich Maori cultures. While Maori culture is imprinted deeply in the country, with many infographics showing Maori’s cultural and historical influences and legends around nature tracks, one does not simply walk into a Maori village or home with cultural and traditional
Mitai Maori Village | Authentic Maori Cultural Experience Read More »
Lake Taupo, a crater lake almost the size of Singapore, is the largest (by surface area) lake in New Zealand. This gigantic lake was created by a supervolcano that erupted around 25,600 years ago. (Mount Ngauruhoe, aka “Mount Doom”, and Mount Ruapehu can be seen at the opposite side of the great Lake Taupo) While
Lake Taupo Quick Trips: Huka Falls & Craters Of The Moon Read More »
After completing one of my great walks at Lake Waikaremoana Track, I continued my journey Southwards to explore more of Hawke’s Bay region. I made a stop at the town of Napier and Hasting, and finally all the way South to The Longest Place Name In The World: Taumatawhakatangihangakoauauotamateaturipukakapikimaungahoronukupokaiwhenuakitanatahu (yup, that’s right). Otatara Pa Historic Reserve
Napier / Hasting, and The Longest Place Name In The World Read More »
Lake Waikaremoana Track: New Zealand Great Walk Lake Waikaremoana Track is perhaps the least popular and less known Great Walks of New Zealand. This could be due to its remote location, being out of the way of other popular routes. Yet, this easily became one of my top favorite places in New Zealand, thanks to the
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Ever wanna ‘simply walk into Mordor’ and to see Mount Doom with your own eyes? The Tongariro Northern Circuit Great Walk is the ultimate journey to turn The Lord of the Rings fantasy into reality! The Lord of the Rings epic movie scenes of the realm of Mordor and Mount Doom are filmed right here
Tongariro Northern Circuit In 2 Days | Mordor Loop Around Mount Doom Read More »
Holding both the titles for one of the best day hikes in New Zealand and one of the best Great Walks is the Tongariro National Park in the Central North Island region. Tongariro Alpine Crossing is a 19.4km one-way day hike. The track passes between the significant Mount Tongariro and Mount Ngauruhoe, across the volcanic
Tongariro Alpine Crossing (Day Hike) Vs Tongariro Northern Circuit (Great Walk) Read More »
While the North Egmont Visitor Center may be more popular due to its direct access to the Mount Taranaki Summit Track, don’t give Dawson Falls Visitor Center a skip as it offers a larger variety of beautiful trails from easy to challenging walks. Some of the most popular easy tracks here include the Wilkies Pool, the Goblin
Dawson Falls Visitor Center, Wilkies Pool & The Goblin Forest Read More »
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