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Sunday, May 20, 2012

Trekking in the mountains of New Zealand is exciting

By Nathan Mitchel


One of the nice things that New Zealand has to supply is a spectacular array of walking tracks. Getting back to nature and exploring the beautiful landscape of this great country is really worth the effort. One of the most fantastic tracks to stroll is the Tongariro Crossing which is located near Turangi in the central North Island.



The walk is really easy to get to and there are countless tourism firms that may drive you there direct from your Turangi accommodation. The Tongariro Crossing spans a distance of 19.4kms. The terrain is adapted with steep climbs, which may test your fitness levels. You're going to need to be prepared. The weather in the region is also really changeable and fickle. Be certain you pack for all conditions. This idea should not be regarded lightly. It was only in the near past that a bunch of hikers were discovered on the track in a seriously hypothermic state. Another hour and they'd have all capitulated to the vicious conditions that the day decided to produce. They were unprepared and unwell equipped and they almost paid a deadly price.



If you do opt to leave the comforts of your Turangi holiday accommodation and choose to go out in mid-winter, there are some highly recommended things you should do. The first is to get the right gear for the conditions. Absolutely no cotton shirts or tops and definitely no denim jeans. These won't provide you with any heat or protection against the elements. They will make you chillier faster as they don't trap any heat.



You have to make sure you have adequate food and water to last you for a day or two after the period of your trip. You never can say what can arise on an adventure like this and it's quite necessary to be prepared if you do get encircled by the conditions. One last thing to remember is to be certain you are of sound health prior to heading out. Don't push yourself if you're already sick as this will impede your tramp and even put your tramping companions in jeopardy should they need to assist you.



Eventually, it is generally recommended that you book into one of many Turangi Motels on your return for a night of relaxation and recovery. Your body will have been pushed and while you could feel euphoric at your attainment, you'll need to look after yourself well to make certain you sustain no long term injuries. Anyway it is usually a good excuse to have a long, hot soak in one of the local hot pools in the area!












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