Lake Waikaremoana

New Zealand Great Walks I’ve walked it, I’ve run it and I’ve paddled it. Lake Waikaremoana (From the Maori Waikaremoana translates as ‘sea of rippling waters’). Lake Waikaremoana is located in Te Urewera in the North Island of New Zealand, 60 kilometres northwest of Wairoa and 80 kilometres west-southwest of Gisborne. It covers an area […]

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Whanganui River Trip

New Zealand Great Walks Paddle through a landscape of towering cliffs and deep valleyson the magical Whanganui Journey. You’ll travel through calm waters and foaming rapids, on an unforgettable trip into the heart of the Whanganui National Park.Experience the beauty, history and culture of the mighty Whanganui River in the south-west of the North Island. […]

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Jumbo Holdsworth

Tararua Ranges A long-planned mission to do the Mt Holdsworth – Jumbo Circuit started with a glorious day 1. But the gale force winds on day 2 had other plans for us – a short walk to the ridge without packs thrilling enough without the need to attempt the 4 hour exposed walk to the […]

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Sunrise Hut

Sunrise Hut (Ruahine Forest Park) put on quite the astronomical display…2 magical sunrises, 4 stunning planets, an almost-full moon, and a beautiful passing of the International Space Station. It was a super-fun 3 days playing in the hills with a super-fun crew!

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Kepler track

New Zealand Great Walks Kepler Track – you beauty! 4 days, 45km, 4 super cool kids! How lucky we are to have such a beautiful country, wonderful friends, and kids who are a joy to take adventuring! Article coming soon – Please Check Back

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Tongariro Crossing / Tongariro Northern Circuit

New Zealand Great Walks After 3 planned, prepared, and even attempted missions that were thwarted by weather, covid, or injury, we finally had our Tongariro Crossing tenting adventure! Amazing weather, stunning views, and fabulous company. Our campsite on Central Crater was perfect, sunrise was breathtaking, and, as always, all the kids were incredible! We even […]

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