From Everest Trails to Bhutan Dreams 🌍💚
Chasing horizons, collecting moments, and finding magic in every step ✨
💫 This month’s Adventure Newsletter comes to you from high in the Himalayas, where we’ve been hosting another unforgettable group trip — our third epic journey to Everest Base Camp!
The adventure doesn’t stop here — in just a couple of days, we’ll be setting off on our Bhutan Tour, which promises to be another incredible experience filled with culture, mountains, and magic.
Once we’re back, I’ll be sharing all the highlights and behind-the-scenes moments from these amazing travels.
Himalayan Adventures in Full Swing 🌄
💚 A heartfelt thank you for following along with us on our Freewheeling Kiwi social media channels - your comments, messages, and encouragement mean the world.
Even from the most remote corners of the world, it’s amazing to feel so connected to this wonderful community.
Until the next adventure, Sharon 💚
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🌍 Where in the World Are We?
🌍 Kathmandu, Nepal
Right now, we’re on the move ✈️ — hosting Group Trips in two of the world’s most breathtaking destinations in the world!
Join us on the Everest Base Camp Trek in Nepal 🏔️ and the Bhutan Short Tour 🕉️, as we share the magic, challenges, and unforgettable moments along the way.
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🌄 Lessons from the Red Heart of Australia
The Larapinta Trail is a place that both tests and transforms you, where every step across the red earth reminds you of nature’s power and your own resilience. Out here, preparation isn’t just practical, it’s essential. It allows you to move with confidence, to stay safe, and to truly connect with the land around you.
Living in a country as wet and green as New Zealand, it’s easy to forget how serious fire danger can be. Yet when we walked the 3,000 km Te Araroa — especially through the dry Canterbury sections — we saw firsthand how real that risk is. The lessons shared in this Larapinta Guide apply just as much to hiking at home in New Zealand as they do in Australia’s Red Centre.
In this month’s story, I’m sharing key insights and safety tips for anyone heading outdoors this season — because adventure isn’t only about the trail you take, but how you prepare for it.
Extract from Outdoor Survival and Fire Safety Guide - Larapinta Trail
Outdoor Survival and Fire Safety Guide - Larapinta Trail
The Larapinta Trail is an incredible adventure and one that I thoroughly enjoy and recommend! But it’s also rugged, remote and fire-prone, especially in the hotter months from October through to March.
So as to take advantage of the cooler day time temperatures, we hiked the Larapinta Trail in June which is during the Australian winter. Fortunately we had no exposure to active bushfires though the threat of them in this area is not to be underestimated. There were many days on trail when we navigated through areas that had previously been burnt out and the threat of a fast approaching, out of control bushfire does not bear thinking about.
Since you’ll be heading into Australia’s Red Centre where temperatures soar and bushfires are a real threat, your planning needs to be airtight.
👉 Read the full story on the Freewheeling Kiwi blog
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Beginning Your Confidence Journey walks you through mindset shifts, journalling prompts, and resilience tools to help you step bravely into the unknown. Start cultivating confidence one small, meaningful decision at a time
Mismatched Socks, Morning Walks and the Myth of Motivation
Motivation is as fickle as the spring sun, here one moment, gone the next. The key? Showing up anyway
Dive into my new blog on why small steps beat waiting for inspiration every time.
🍃 Nature has a way of restoring what everyday life wears thin. Find a nearby trail this week, follow where it leads, and let the rhythm of your footsteps remind you how good it feels to explore.
Keep the Adventure Going
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If you’ve ever imagined more — more freedom, more courage, more living with intention — this is your space. Let’s walk this path together, one brave step at a time.
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💌 Freewheeling Kiwi Adventure Newsletter
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Be inspired by the real adventures of our generous Freewheeling Kiwi community. These shared stories prove that the outdoors — and the joy of adventure — truly are for everyone.
Follow our full 133-day journey along Te Araroa with daily updates straight from the trail — complete with stats, vlogs, maps, and reflections from life on the move.
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Please pass this along to any adventure loving friends who might feel inspired to join our Freewheeling Kiwi journey too.
Thanks for coming along for the ride — here’s to more adventures, near and far. 💚✨
~ Sharon
P.S. I’d love to know — what’s calling you next? 🌍✨ Whether it’s a faraway mountain, a hidden local trail, or simply a dream waiting to unfold, share it with the Freewheeling Community. Your story might be the spark that inspires someone else’s next adventure. 💫
👇 Drop your thoughts or travel dreams in the comment box below — I can’t wait to hear from you! 💛
From the rugged trails of Everest to the peaceful valleys of Bhutan, this month’s adventure is all about finding magic in motion. 🏔️✨
Join us high in the Himalayas as we trek, connect, and soak in the beauty of two extraordinary journeys — each one a reminder of why we wander. 🌍💚
Plus, there are more great stories waiting on the blog and a few exciting updates to share from the road — it’s been a month full of movement, meaning, and mountain magic. 🌿💫