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img 9255 lr Routeburn Track in two days
New Zealand South Island

Routeburn Track in two days

The Routeburn Track is one of New Zealand’s best-known tracks, linking the Fjordland and Mount Aspiring national parks. It varies from lush rainforest to spectacular alpine lakes and passes. 

By oliverd :-), 4 yearsDecember 27, 2019 ago
Grand Canyon Track
Australia NSW Western Sydney & Blue Mountains

The spectacular Grand Canyon walk in the Blue Mountains from Neates Glen to Evans Lookout

One of the best bushwalks in the Blue Mountains, the Grand Canyon track descends from Neates Glen into a stunning rainforest-filled canyon, before finishing with spectacular escarpment views from Evans Lookout.

By oliverd :-), 4 yearsJuly 8, 2019 ago
img 5637 lr Wonga Walk - a fantastic rainforest loop
Australia New England North West NSW

Wonga Walk – a fantastic rainforest loop

The Wonga Walk is a short, circular walk through subtropical rainforest which passes Tristania Falls and Crystal Falls and includes the “Walk with the Birds” boardwalk.

By oliverd :-), 4 yearsJuly 6, 2019 ago
img 4953 lr Overnight hike from Faulconbridge to Glenbrook via the Blue Labyrinth
Australia NSW Western Sydney & Blue Mountains

Overnight hike from Faulconbridge to Glenbrook via the Blue Labyrinth

One of the many routes through the Blue Labyrinth, the two-day walk from Faulconbridge to Glenbrook in the lower Blue Mountains combines tracks along Sassafras and Glenbrook Creeks with sweeping views from Lost World Lookout. It’s a varied walk with lots of potential camping sites.

By oliverd :-), 4 yearsJune 10, 2019 ago
img 1501 lr Ouen Toro (New Caledonia) - scenic trails up the Southern Hill
New Caledonia

Ouen Toro (New Caledonia) – scenic trails up the Southern Hill

Ouen Toro is a small hill at the southern end of Noumea, which offers a multitude of hiking trails with nice views over the city, lagoon and nearby mountains.

By oliverd :-), 4 yearsMay 29, 2019 ago
img 1403 lr A steep climb up Pic Malaoui (Chapeau de Gendarme)
New Caledonia

A steep climb up Pic Malaoui (Chapeau de Gendarme)

A great half-day walk in the Koghi Mountains. Only 20min drive from Noumea , the walk traverses a range of environments, from tropical forest to low heath. It culminates with sweeping views over Noumea and the coast from the summit of Pic Malaoui.

By oliverd :-), 4 yearsMay 28, 2019 ago
img 4334 lr A tough climb to Careys Peak via the Corker Trail (Barrington Tops)
Australia Hunter NSW

A tough climb to Careys Peak via the Corker Trail (Barrington Tops)

The hike to Careys Peak (1,544m asl) involves a hard slog up the Corker Trail, with almost all the altitude gain in the first few kilometres. The reward is sweeping views from the peak towards the coast.

By oliverd :-), 4 yearsApril 26, 2019 ago
img 4301 lr Spectacular waterfalls along the Rocky Crossing walk in Barrington Tops
Australia Hunter NSW

Spectacular waterfalls along the Rocky Crossing walk in Barrington Tops

A surprisingly quiet and picturesque walk that follows the Williams River through rainforest up to Rocky Crossing, with several side trips to features along the river. The Rocky Crossing trail includes the Blue Gum Loop Trail (which can also be done separately as a shorter walk)

By oliverd :-), 4 yearsApril 25, 2019 ago
img 0921 lr Mt Maculot - 360-degree views from a peak in the Batangas
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.

By oliverd :-), 5 yearsMarch 18, 2019 ago
img 9263 lr Mt Rufus and Little Hugel - a stunning loop hike
Australia Central Highlands Tasmania

Mt Rufus and Little Hugel – a stunning loop hike

A spectacular circular day walk that combines Shadow and Forgotten Lakes with an ascent of Mt Rufus (1,416m asl) and a side-trip to Little Hugel (1,274m asl). Two mountain peaks, alpine lakes, rainforest and incredible displays of flowering heath.  

By oliverd :-), 5 yearsJanuary 6, 2019 ago

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A Guide to Treating Water – finding the best water filters
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