Episode 59

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19th Oct 2023

059: Two NZ Epics - Bicycle Circumnavigation and Packraft Traverse with Dunc Wilson

Dunc Wilson is the first person to have cycled the entire coastline of New Zealand. He set off from Mission Bay in an Auckland summer and circumnavigated the North Island, South Island and Stewart Island over the next 8 months. Over his 10,940 km expedition, Dunc's rule was to stay as close to the coast as possible. He shares his love for the simplicity of life - just getting from A to B each day. After writing a book, The Big Loop, about his bicycle circumnavigation, Dunc is now onto his next big expedition, Waka Waewae, traversing Aotearoa in a packraft and breaking it up into a series of shorter trips. With the North Island traverse completed, he will soon set out to do the South. Dunc acknowledges that with any adventure, "things will go wrong," and his advice is to "carry zip-ties, don't panic and make sure you have water!"


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Aotearoa Adventures: The New Zealand Travel Podcast
Explore New Zealand with Aotearoa Adventures - your ultimate guide to travel, adventure, and the outdoors.

Each week, host Abigail Hannah brings you inspiring stories from everyday people, covering tramping, vanlife, bikepacking, road trips, and so much more.

Get beginner tips and practical advice for every adventure, from camping under the stars to multi-week expeditions. Whether you’re a local, on a working holiday, or visiting, this podcast will inspire you to explore New Zealand deeper and connect with nature.

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