In the past three days, I explored the Whanganui River between Whakahoro and Pipiriki by canoe. As there are no roads between these two points, it was a true wilderness experience. Continue reading Whanganui River by Canoe
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Cycling the Old Coach Road
Today, I decided to use some other means of transport than usual: I biked the Old Coach Road, which was the link between the Northern and Southern rail branches (before completion of the train link in the early 1900s). Continue reading Cycling the Old Coach Road
Whanganui River by Post Van
On my first day on the North Island, I explored the Whanganui River Road in a mail car. Continue reading Whanganui River by Post Van
I simply love the Kiwis!
I cannot stress enough how I love the "Kiwi Way of Life" liebe: Always relaxed, never serious! Continue reading I simply love the Kiwis!
(Fog) Banks Peninsula
The last two days, I spent on Banks Peninsula. Unfortunately, it was foggy (and on the first day even rainy for a couple of hours). Therefore, I could not apprecitate the Summit Road atop the rim of the crater forming the peninsula fully. Continue reading (Fog) Banks Peninsula
Bernhard Climbs Mountains
The blog title is not entirely correct: I did climb some mountain flanks. However, I left climing the summits to the experts. Instead, I went up to the Mueller Hut, located at 1810 meters above sea level. Continue reading Bernhard Climbs Mountains
The unbelievable story of the forgotten GPS
New Zealand Census
Today, I did not only return from my hike on Kepler Track, but it was also "Census Day" in New Zealand. Surprisingly enough, not only New Zealand residents have to participate, but all people spending the night in New Zealand – and that also includes me! Continue reading New Zealand Census
Another Truly Great Walk
In the past four days, I hiked the Kepler Trail, one of New Zealand's "Great Walks". Just like the Milford Track, which I did last time, this title is really well deserved. Continue reading Another Truly Great Walk
Hurray, I am in the Catlins!
For the last three days, I explored the Catlins. This region boasts a quite diverse, but consistently beautiful landscape. Continue reading Hurray, I am in the Catlins!