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Whakahoro to Mangawaiiti
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Whakahoro to Mangawaiiti

By January 14, 2025
Day 53 (47 kms) The day had finally arrived, it is time to start the Whanganui River Journey. The weather forecast was
Cooling my Heals
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Cooling my Heals

By January 13, 2025
Day 51 and 52 (0 kms) I had got to Whakahoro and the launching off point for th Whanganui River Journey. However, as
To Whakahoro
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To Whakahoro

By January 11, 2025
Day 49 and 50 (1,172 to 1,225 kms) Some mornings you can get dressed, get up and head to the local cafe and get
National Park Village
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National Park Village

By January 9, 2025
Day 48 (1,143 to 1,172 kms) National Park Village is a ski town. It is pretty quiet during the summer. But I was
Tongariro Alpine Crossing
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Tongariro Alpine Crossing

By January 8, 2025
Day 47 (1,118 to 1,143 kms) Located in Tongariro National Park, the Tongariro Alpine Crossing is one of new Zealand’s most iconic
42 Traverse
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42 Traverse

By January 6, 2025
Day 45 and 46 (1,078 to 1,118 kms) Back on the trail after a 10 week break. Just a busy time with Christmas an all.
Taking a Break
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Taking a Break

By October 24, 2024
I had organized to join a fellow walker for the journey down the Whanaguni River. I wanted to share the
Taumarunui and Ōwhango
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Taumarunui and Ōwhango

By October 23, 2024
Day 43 and 44 (1,026 to 1,078 kms) The North Island might not have the stunning scenery of the South Island, but it does
Biking the Timber Trail
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Biking the Timber Trail

By October 21, 2024
Days 41 and 42 (948 to 1,026 kms) The Timber Trail has been on my bucket list for several years. It is a biking
The Long Road to Pureora
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The Long Road to Pureora

By October 20, 2024
Days 39 and 40 (891 to 948 kms) Leaving Te Kūiti on the main road, there is a sign stating that it is 55
Trail Angels in Te Kūiti
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Trail Angels in Te Kūiti

By October 18, 2024
Day 38 (875 to 891 kms) After a good night sleep at the Holiday Park I headed across the road to order a
Waitomo Caves
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Waitomo Caves

By October 17, 2024
Day 37 (840 to 875 kms) This year I want to take the trail a little more slowly, and plan to average 20 kms
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