The Kepler Track was our initiation to NZ's Great Walks. It did not disappoint! Abundant and varied ferns! Athough there was elevation gain the trail was gently graded and level. It took a half day on either end of 1 full climb and descent day. Several shelter huts allowed a break from the winds. Well … Continue reading Te Araroa #2 Te Anau- Glenorchy →

We are in Auckland New Zealand, North island. Tomorrow we fly to the south of the South Island to begin a 2 month hike that we have been piecing together this winter. Hiking, or "tramping" as Kiwis call it, comes in a variety of forms. "The Great Walks" are the most famous, cultured, expensive form … Continue reading Te Araroa # 1 The start →