Tongariro Crossing
Our short stint on the North Island
25.01.2009 - 28.01.2009
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Compared to the other mountains in New Zealand, Tongariro National Park feels somewhat like a different planet. We decided to take part in one of NZ's most beloved day walks, otherwise known as the Tongariro Alpine Crossing. The ~19 km (12 miles) hike takes you across some pretty amazing scenery - volcanoes, craters, sulphuric lakes, etc. You stare at Ngurahoe (aka Mt Doom), while making the pilgrimmage with the other people on the walk.
The other pictures here are from our 5-day camp trip in the national park. Due to inclement weather, we had to wait it out to do the short day walk. Drying clothes gets creative when you're camping. Food? Well, we were creative with that as well since our backpacking stove has one setting - BOIL.
Posted by esnodgrass 03.02.2009 6:32 PM Archived in New Zealand
Wow! Amazing shots as usual, and the latest adventures sound terrific! I love your picnics, your clotheslines and all the scenery! Absolutely gorgeous!
Sending you both a big hug! We miss you guys. Just came back from an appt. to hear baby G...only 2 months to go! xoxo
12.02.2009 by emandjud