Comparison of waterproof and breathable laminates for jackets, bivouacs, etc.
Keep body and equipment clean
Thru-Hiking in New Zealand - a summary
Advantages and disadvantages of each material for tents and tarps
Improve your comfort with the right material
The 1 Euro tent pad - protection for the tent floor
Applying for the right visa for Te Araroa
Avoid high costs in case of an accident
Start with enough money and minimize worries
PLB and other equipment
Watch out when buying data
Using apps to not get lost on the trail
Stocking up on supplies on Te Araroa
Where the trail starts and how to get there
Protect your skin
Te Araroa can be stormy
Backcountry Pass and other preparations
Give and take on Te Araroa
Don't lose sight of your goal
Some annoying fellow hikers
Be prepared and don't risk anything!
Spend 7 days on the water
Bypassing the two big rivers
Minimize blisters and sores while hiking
Which hydration system for hiking?
Painkillers for hiking
Poncho vs Rain Jacket
Elevation profile according to the latest data
Cell phone reception at the end of the world
The difference between shivering and sleeping at night.
From leather boots to sandals made from car tires
DEET, permethrin, picaridin: what helps against insects?
Comparison of different ultralight materials
...and the fall from Mount Everest
What do the different terms mean?
Synthetic vs Down
An insanely versatile tube scarf
Gasoline stove from metal can
Survival on the hike
Thru-Hiking in New Zealand - a summary
New Zealand’s Te Araroa Thru-Hike offers a spectacle of beautiful scenery, caring people, a variety of birds and other wildlife, and a challenging trail. Here’s an overview for a successful start to the 3000 km hike.
Applying for the right visa for Te Araroa
For most countries, except the UK, the maximum length of stay without a visa is 3 months for New Zealand (UK 6 months). Since the average duration of the full trail is between 4-6 months, a permit should be applied for. The process is delightfully simple. On the clear website of the New Zealand government, the different visa options can be examined. I had applied for and received a Visitor Visa for 8 months (can be applied for up to 9 months). So I was covered for minor injuries and a few…
Avoid high costs in case of an accident
This point is very country specific. In Switzerland, for example, the general rule is that insurance will pay a maximum of twice the theoretical amount of treatment in Switzerland. However, New Zealand (and many other countries) have a much more expensive health care system, which means that without additional travel insurance you could get into debt in the worst case. Therefore, it is advisable to take out additional travel insurance for the duration of the trip. The exact insurance criteria…
