Australia Northern Beaches NSW Sydney - North
The Duckhole (Ku-ring-gai NP)
A rough but interesting trail follows McCarrs Creek downstream from The Duckhole to a spectacular waterfall.
Philippines
Mt Maculot – 360-degree views from a peak in the Batangas
Mt Maculot is one the of the most popular (and arguably the most scenic) mountain in the Batangas south of Manila, in the Philippines. The reward for a steep and tough climb is a spectacular view over Taal Lake and its volcanic island.
Malaysia Borneo
Hiking Mount Trusmadi (Mannan Trail from Sinua) – an epic three day ascent
A tough overnight walk through the jungle to the peak of Mount Trusmadi (2,642m) in Borneo, the second-highest mountain in Malaysia, via the Mannan Trail from Sinua. One of the best challenging walks you can do!
Namibia
Hiking the Olive Trail in the Naukluft Mountains (Namibia)
The Naukluft Olive Trail is a challenging circular walk that starts with sweeping views from a high ridge before following a riverbed down through a narrow gorge back to the start.
Japan Nikko
A steep climb to the shrine atop Mount Nantai in Nikko
Mount Nantai (2,486m asl) is a sacred mountain which rises above Lake Chuzenji in Nikko, accessed via a steep climb. Great views from the summit.
Norway Lofoten Islands
Stokkvikskaret – a muddy Lofoten Island hike
The Stokkvikskaret trail follows Lake Ågvatnet, with chains to assist on the steeper parts, eventually ascending to Stokkvikskaret Pass and Stokkvika village.
Norway
Nice views from the Sukkertoppen (Sugar Peak) in Hamn i Senja
A steep climb to the Sukkertoppen peak (456m above sea level) rewards with 360-degree views over the fjord and surrounding mountains.
Japan Shizuoka Prefecture
Hiking up Mount Fuji for views through the clouds
A relentless climb to the top of Mount Fuji, the highest mountain in Japan at 3,776m, via the Yoshida Trail
Australia North Coast NSW
Sunrise from the Mount Warning (Wollumbin) summit
The Mount Warning (Wollumbin) track is a steep hike to the top of a volcanic plug, and the first place on the Australian mainland to be touched by the morning sun.
Australia Central Highlands Tasmania
Barn Bluff circuit – the Cradle Mountain alternative
Barn Bluff is a less-busy alternative to Cradle Mountain, with equally impressive views and a slightly harder scramble to the top.