Tramping in Glenorchy

Where adventure trumps tourist thrills

Eric Skilling

“Tramping! Why?” “If you have to ask, you'll never know” – the perfect response from George Mallory, the famous mountaineer. Personally, apart from the obvious physical challenges and unique scenery, tramping offers the unexpected, and there is no better way to strengthen friendships than shared adventures in the wilderness. There is a time and a place for tourist-type thrills, but nothing beats spending time away from the distractions of cars, cafes, and credit cards to appreciate adventure. New Zealand is blessed with many stunning and diverse national parks to explore and enjoy – from the intimidating active volcanoes of Tongariro to the rugged peaks and glaciers of Mt Aspiring. From the dense podocarp forests of Whirinaki, to the tranquillity of the moss-laden Beech forests of the Old Ghost Road. All…

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Adventure (Digital) - 1 Issue, February - March 2024

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