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mg 2202 lr Uluru Base Walk
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.

By oliverd :-), 12 yearsApril 23, 2014 ago
mg 2310 lr Uluru Climb
Northern Territory

Uluru Climb

The Uluru Climb was a very steep walking route to the top of Uluru (Ayers Rock). The walk was closed in October 2019 at the request of the local Anangu people.

By oliverd :-), 12 yearsApril 22, 2014 ago
mg 1491 lr Valley of the Winds at Uluru - a diverse desert hike
Northern Territory

Valley of the Winds at Uluru – a diverse desert hike

The Valley of the Winds walk in the Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park (Northern Territory) is a spectacular circuit through Kata Tjuta, a group of large, domed rock formations.

By oliverd :-), 12 yearsApril 21, 2014 ago
img 2311 A popular hike up Manisan Mountain on Ganghwa Island
Korea

A popular hike up Manisan Mountain on Ganghwa Island

Manisan Mountain (469m) is one of three sacred mountains in Korea, with two hiking paths that lead to an altar and temple on the summit. 

By oliverd :-), 13 yearsOctober 20, 2012 ago
img 0747 A challenging hike up Mount Kinabalu and a via ferrata climb down
Malaysia Borneo

A challenging hike up Mount Kinabalu and a via ferrata climb down

An overnight guided hike to the summit of Mount Kinabalu (4,095m), the highest peak in Borneo’s Crocker Range and the highest mountain in Malaysia. Ascent via the Timpohon Trail and descent via the Lows Peak Via Ferrata.

By oliverd :-), 14 yearsFebruary 11, 2012 ago
img 2412 lr Scrambling up to Goat House Cave on Lord Howe Island
Australia NSW

Scrambling up to Goat House Cave on Lord Howe Island

It’s a steep climb up to Goat House Cave on the side of Mount Lidgbird on Lord Howe Island – but the reward is spectacular views over the island.

By oliverd :-), 21 yearsJuly 6, 2005 ago
img 2500 lr Kims Lookout Circuit and Mount Eliza - one of the most scenic Lord Howe bushwalks
Australia NSW

Kims Lookout Circuit and Mount Eliza – one of the most scenic Lord Howe bushwalks

The Kims Lookout Circuit and Mount Eliza track loops around the northern tip of the island. It offers a wide variety of flora and fauna, add some spectacular views from multiple viewpoints.

By oliverd :-), 21 yearsJuly 2, 2005 ago
img 2166 lr The incredible Mount Gower hike on Lord Howe Island
Australia NSW

The incredible Mount Gower hike on Lord Howe Island

This full-day guided walk, rated as one of Australia’s best day walks, goes to the top of Mount Gower (875m) on Lord Howe island.

By oliverd :-), 21 yearsJune 27, 2005 ago

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