Norway Finnmark in Troms
Exploring the historic Lille Raipas trig point
A short but scenic hike to the summit of Lille Raipas. At the peak there’s an historic trig station, and panoramic views over the area.
Australia Central Coast NSW
Devines Hill and Finchs Line (Dharug NP)
Devines Hill and Finchs Line is a circular bushwalk from Wisemans Ferry, following two sections of the Old Great North Road. The walk features impressive convict-era engineering and some nice views.
New Zealand North Island
Tawhai Falls, Whakapapa
A short (15min) walk from Bruce Road to Tawhai Falls, a 13-metre high waterfall that was the filming location of Gollum’s pool in Lord of the Rings.
New Zealand North Island
Ridge Track, Whakapapa
The Ridge Track goes up the ridge behind the Tongariro National Park Visitor Centre, offering views of Mt Ngauruhoe and Mt Ruapehu from the top.
New Zealand North Island
Round the Mountain (Ruapehu, NZ)
Round the Mountain is a challenging and undulating multi-day track that circles Mount Ruapehu on New Zealand’s North Island, traversing a mix of desert and forest landscapes.
New Zealand North Island
Mount Ruapehu Crater (NZ)
The hike to Crater Lake at the top of Mount Ruapehu involves a steep track from Iwikau Village up to Knoll Ridge via Waterfall Descent, and then off-track scrambling over rocky terrain and loose scree.
Australia NSW Western Sydney & Blue Mountains
Kanangra Walls to the Kowmung River – an off-track descent to a tranquil swimming spot
Kanangra Walls to Kowmung River is a tough overnight walk from Kanangra Walls in the Blue Mountains, down to the wild Kowmung River.
Vietnam
Biking Van Long Reserve in Vietnam
An evening bicycle ride along Van Long Reserve, the largest wetland in Northern Vietnam.
Australia Central Highlands Tasmania
A winter ascent of Cradle Mountain
Cradle Mountain (1,545m) is a popular day-walk from Dove Lake. The bushwalk and views from the Cradle summit are even more picturesque on a clear winter day.
Northern Territory
Uluru Base Walk
The Uluru Base Walk is a circuit around Uluru, with interpretative signage and access to Mutitjulu Waterhole, Kantju Gorge and multiple caves with rock art.