Hiking the Routeburn Track in Winter!
While the majority see it in the busy summer, winter can also be a fantastic time to see the Routeburn track with some planning and preparation...
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Your guide to Hiking in Winter!
Hiking in winter can be an amazing experience, with white landscapes offering stunning vistas. Here is all you need to know about hiking in winter!
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Canyoning Down the Eagles Nest. A Fantastic (but Long) Canyoning Trip
Located in the Dart Valley, New Zealand, Eagles Nest canyon is a massive canyon with over 40 abseils! Find out how my adventure down from the Eagles Nest went!
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Descending The General. Is This One of New Zealand’s Best Canyons?
I peered into the crux of the canyon, 'The Slot of Doom', I knew we were in for a ride of a lifetime. Could this be New Zealand's best canyon? We would find out
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Lesson Learnt: Ice Climbing on a Bluebird Day
What started out as a perfect sunny day turned a little more epic while ice climbing. Should we have just gone skiing? Here's how it all went...
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Why You Need to Go Canyoning in New Zealand!
Here is why you need to try it out canyoning in New Zealand right now! No matter is have never done it before or are a seasoned canyoner, New Zealand is waiting
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Living the Vanlife. Lessons from Life on the Road
Whats it like living in a van? And what are the good and bad things about it? Find out right here with our lessons from life on the road! You might be surprised
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A Hike to the Valley of the Trolls & Lake Wilson
Could this be one of New Zealand's most amazing hikes? Here is what you need to know about The Valley of the Trolls & Lake Wilson!
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The Best Queenstown Hikes! 9 Walks You Need to Do!
Queenstown offers so many activities for the adventurous, it can be hard to pick what to do. So here are the best Queenstown hikes you need to check out!
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The Copland Track Hike & Welcome Flat Hot Pools
The Copland track to the Welcome Flat hot pools is one of New Zealand's best hikes! Here is all you need to know about going, gear and what to expect!
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The Ultimate Guide of Free Things to Do in Queenstown!
Queenstown is a special place with incredible vistas. But it's also quite expensive. Here is the ultimate list of free things to do in Queenstown!
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Why That Alpine Crossing or Peak Isn’t as Easy as You Think!
Heading into alpine regions or above the treeline gets you the best views. But do you know the dangers up there? And are you prepared? Find out here!
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How Much Does it Cost to Travel and Live in a Van in New Zealand?
Travelling to New Zealand? Want to travel by van? Here's how much it costs to live the vanlife in the adventure capital of the world: New Zealand!
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The Best Gift Ideas for Hikers!
We all love our outdoor gear! So what are some great hiking gifts you can get those special people in your life that already seem to have it all?
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Hiking Mt Alaska in New Zealand
Mt Alaska is a great peak 45 minutes drive from Queenstown and sitting just above Glenorchy. Here's how the trip went and why you should check it out!
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How Much Does it Cost to Start Rock Climbing? Your First Rock Climbing
Rock climbing is exploding around the world as a fun way to enjoy the outdoors. Want to get started but not sure how much the gear will cost? All is explained!
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Buying a Car or Van in New Zealand
Come prepared with the ultimate checklist on what to look for, what to watch out for, and to give you the best chance of avoiding the bombs and the lemons!
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Why I Took a Mini Retirement. And Why You Should Too!
I didn't know it at the time, but I was about to embark on an epic adventure. A mini retirement! So why did I do it? And why should you do it too?
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What Does Freedom Camping in New Zealand Mean? Responsible Camping!
Freedom Camping is a popular way to see New Zealand. Now a contentious subject, theres a right and wrong way to freedom camp. Responsible camping- how to do it!
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St Ronan's Well. A Little Canyon With a Big Surprise!
It all started with a photo, I knew something good had to be here. I was going to find out whether this little canyon was worth a trip, I was in for a surprise!
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Blue Creek Canyon. Is This New Zealand’s Only Dry Canyon?
There's a lot of water in New Zealand. So it was a bit of a surprise to find this dry canyon. Could it be the only one?
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Queenstown's Dry Tooling Crags- Pink Palace & the Den of Iniquity
Queenstown is quickly becoming a ‘must go’ destination for alpine pursuits. But on bad weather days, why not try the dry tooling crags?
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Adventure Books of Oamaru. A Must for Any Adventure Lover!
I think anyone that passes through Oamaru gets a big surprise when they stop there. One of those surprises was Adventure Books.
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8 Must Have Apps for a New Zealand Adventure Trip
Heading to New Zealand? Here are 8 must have phone apps to make adventuring easy!
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Mueller Hut. Mount Cook’s Must Do Hike!
Even as you drive into Mount Cook, the incredible views stun you. So can it get even better? It sure can! Here is why you need to go to Mueller hut!
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Is this the Right Way to Sefton Bivvy?
Ever followed someones else's directions and it didn't go to plan? Well there is certainly a right and wrong way to this little bivvy!
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Timaru Rock Climbing. Little Crags With Big Adventures!
Timaru isn’t exactly the most mountainous area in New Zealand. But that doesn't mean there's nothing there. When I decided to have a look, I was quite surprised
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The Clay Cliffs of Omarama & Why You Need to See Them Now!
The impressive clay cliffs of Omarama are often passed by without any more than a quick snap from the highway. Here is why you need to drive up to them!
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My Swim With Wild Seals! The Kaikoura Seal Swim Experience.
Spending the morning or afternoon swimming with seals is part of everyone’s dream (don't lie, you know you want to). Well, here's what its really like...
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Amazing Adventure Climbing Near Christchurch. Mount Somers & Pinnacles
With the huge basalt columns at the Pinnacles and the dotted crags amongst tussock slopes at Woolshed, you would be hard pressed to find a more accessible area!
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Moving to New Zealand. The Ultimate List of Tips for Moving Overseas
Moving or travelling long term to a new country can be a daunting thing. Here are some valuable tips on things to do or not to miss!
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Pohara. New Zealand’s Best Seaside Rock Climbing?
Blowing the chalk off my hands, I watch as the wind carries it away. Is this New Zealands best seaside climbing?
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The Ultimate Guide to Cave Stream!
The ultimate guide to doing Cave Stream in New Zealand's south island. See the beauty and have the adventure everyone is talking about!
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Campbell Creek Canyon and the Pupu Water Race
I stood ready to go in my wetsuit, harness still on, holding my little keg with my phone inside. It was probably the most useless thing I was ever about to do
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Two Must Do Hikes in Blenheim, New Zealand!
Driving into Blenheim one sunny morning on the way to Kaikoura to swim with seals, I was taken aback by the size of the town. I had expected something smaller.
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Harwoods Hole. The 170 Meter Abseil & Starlight Cave
Rumoured to be one of the BEST adventure trips in the world, here is what it is like doing the 170 meter abseil into Harwoods Hole...
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2018 New Zealand Canyoning Festival. Recap and Review.
2018 New Zealand canyoning festival review! What a trip, read to find out more about this epic part of the world!
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Tui Canyon. Short. Easy. Wasps?
New Zealand was in the midst of a nation wide heatwave. Coming from Brisbane, where the humidity reaches astronomical levels, it wasn’t too bad, although the su
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The Best Place to Go Ice Climbing in New Zealand. Wye Creek Ice Climbi
One of the best locations in New Zealand for ice climbing, Wye creek is an absolute must do for every climber and outdoor adventurer!
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Dreaming of Adventure & Taking That First Step
What would you do to follow your dreams? Do we all make the choices we really want in life? I plan to find out.
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