One on One with Stewart Barclay from Adrift Tongariro
The Tongariro Alpine Crossing is heralded as one of New Zealand’s greatest day hikes and ranks among the top ten single-day treks in the world. It is also the playground for Adrift Tongariro owner Stewart Barclay (Stew). Affectionately known as “The Mountain Man”, Stew has completed the Tongariro Crossing over 1500
New Zealand’s greatest day hike – Tongariro
The Tongariro Alpine Crossing is heralded as one of New Zealand’s greatest day hikes and ranks among the top ten single-day treks in the world. With such a reputation, you can expect to be blown away by the spectacular dramatics of this alpine landscape. The challenging journey takes you across a
Wild hikes in Esperance
Esperance has everything to offer travellers looking to get out in nature and roam in the wild with its remote and beautiful surroundings. The idyllic coastal town with its stunning white sandy beaches and national parks is a hiker’s paradise. Whether you are a regular hiker or more of a casual
Hiking the Sunshine Coast Hinterland
Go beyond the beaches of the Sunshine Coast and roam up into the hinterland where you can lose yourself in the natural beauty and serenity of the area. The breathtaking scenery forms a stunning backdrop to the beaches, where you can discover the ancient volcanic peaks of the Glass House Mountains,
Top hinterland hikes on the Gold Coast
The Gold Coast may be famous for its stretches of sandy beaches, but venture beyond the beach into the hinterland and you will find a hiker’s paradise. From rocky mountain peaks to lush rainforest tracks leading to waterfalls, there is a hike for all levels. The unspoilt Gondwana Rainforests and the
Hike the South Island of New Zealand
Opening in December 2019, New Zealand’s newest and 10th Great Walk the Paparoa Track will traverse the Paparoa Range, replete with limestone landscapes, verdant rainforest and astonishing views. The rugged west coast of New Zealand’s South Island draws travellers in search of the country’s wild heart. Not only is the Paparoa Track New Zealand’s
New Tasmanian Expeditions adventures
Tasmanian adventure travel specialist, Tasmanian Expeditions, has released three new itineraries, designed to help active travellers get the most out of their Tasmanian adventure. The new trips include a photography tour designed to help budding photographers enhance their skills and nurture their creativity, a self-guided cycle taking in many highlights of the east coast and a dedicated
Take a hike in Switzerland
With summer on its way in the Northern hemisphere, Switzerland Tourism has launched their 2019 Summer Campaign, which encourages visitors to take a hike. Literally. Continuing on from their ‘Nature Wants You Back’ campaign, this year’s hiking theme showcases the 65,000km of trails on offer around the country. Known for its pristine natural assets of
Hike without the crowds in NZ
An exclusive agreement between Australian adventure travel specialist, World Expeditions, and the New Zealand owners of a vast, high-country working sheep station, will give walkers an opportunity to hike - without crowds – beyond the beautiful Ben Lomond Trail near Queenstown, through privately owned land offering stunning views down to Queenstown and the Shotover River. The
Iconic hiking experience one step closer in the Grampians National Park
Parks Victoria has completed a significant milestone towards opening the Grampians Peaks Trail a world-class walking experience, one of the largest ever investment for any hiking experience in Australia, showcasing the beauty of the Grampians National Park’s natural and cultural landscapes, completing upgrades to 60 kilometers of track. Upon completion, The