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Rohan & Max

We are Rohan and Max, two travellers on a cross-the-world adventure. We're never without our trusty backpacks and a good book!

Travels of a Bookpacker

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Lately I've been trying to learn more about NZ history. Relearning what I learnt at school and adding to my knowledge. I've been walking to work listening to the RNZ Aotearoa History podcast while walking past some of the places where it all happened

Māori legend has it that when Hau reached this river his heart stood still so he named it Manawatū (standing heart).
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Today's hike is the Manawatū Gorge Track.
Region: Manawatū obviously
Length: 11km one-way
Highlights: The giant Māori warrior st

Our feed over the last couple of weeks...
If you live in NZ go and make the most of it. We are so unbelievably lucky to be safe, out of lockdown and surrounded by some of the most stunning views in the world.
More hikes (and views) coming tomorrow o

Hari Rātapu koutou! Happy Sunday everyone! Today's hike is an easy day hike but manages to sport some epic views and a great cafe along the way - my kind of hike!
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Hike #8: *Mt John Summit Circuit Track*
Region: Canterbury
Length: 8km
Highlights:

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