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Mountaineering

A collection of 15 posts

French Polynesia

Mount Ahutaa

A steep climb up the sideline takes you to Mt Ahutaa. This can be done as a circuit.

Pic de l'Uui (Uui Peak)

French Polynesia

Pic de l'Uui (Uui Peak)

This peak is located on the north west tip of the island and is known as Peak Uui (Pic de l'Uui).

French Polynesia

Mount Atiati

Mount Atiati (749 m), also written as Mont Atiati, is located close to the centre of the island of Mo'orea. The land around Mount Atiati is hilly and is mostly covered by forest but higher up on the ridgelines, especially where it's steep, is covered by thick fern vegetation. The

French Polynesia

Mount Mou'apū

Mount Mou'apu, also written Moua Pū, is 762 m in elevation and can be recognised by its iconic archway on it's eastern ridge and its pyramid-like shape. The three main ridges leading up to its summit are steep and minor cliffs make the summit unreachable. The soil is loose and

Mount Mou'aroa (Shark's Tooth)

French Polynesia

Mount Mou'aroa (Shark's Tooth)

Mo'orea has many iconic peaks and despite the relatively low altitude, the mountains are among the most vegetated and rugged in the world. Due to the loose soil, vegetated natures, and decomposing volcanic rocks, most of the peaks are considered impossible to climb and many are still awaiting first ascents.

French Polynesia

Mount Ruahiti

Mount Ruahiti is a peak and is located in Mo'orea, French Polynesia and is 510 meters above sea level, or 76 meters above the surrounding terrain. It is about ~0.5 km wide at its base. On it's northern side is Mt Mou'aroa, on its western side is Haapiti Valley

Mount Tamartoofa

French Polynesia

Mount Tamartoofa

Mount Tamartoofa, also written as Tamaru toofa, is at an elevation of 916 m and is the Tefeo Valley. It is currently unsummited. Much like the rest of Mo'orea, the mountain is comprised of decomposing igneous volcanic rock and is chossy. The slopes are steep and vegetated with loose soil.

French Polynesia

Mount Tohiea

Mount Tohiea is a volcanic peak and the highest point on the island of Mo'orea in French Polynesia at 1,207 metres and is located near the island centre.

Mount Mou'aputa

French Polynesia

Mount Mou'aputa

Mount Mou'aputa (830 m) is fourth highest peak on the island of Mo'orea and is something surreal. The peak can recognised from the iconic hole near it's summit.

French Polynesia

Mount Rōtui

Mount Rotui (899 m) is located on the north side of the island between Opunohu and Cook's Bays. It's a strenuous hike but efforts are well-rewarded with scenic views of the island.

Hikes on Mo'orea Island, French Polynesia

French Polynesia

Hikes on Mo'orea Island, French Polynesia

Many of the hikes on Mo'orea start in the lush Opunohu Valley where you are surrounded by unique mahogany trees, giant bamboo, and tropical flowers. In the north, Mount Rotui overlooks picturesque Ōpūnohu Bay and the settlements around Cook's Bay. Inland, hiking trails wind through the rainforest on the slopes

Peaks of Bowling Green Bay National Park

Bowling Green Bay National Park

Peaks of Bowling Green Bay National Park

Bowling Green Bay National Park is located just south of Townsville and spans from Alligator Creek to all the way south to Giru. How many peaks are there in Bowling Green Bay National Park? Well, here's the seven peaks that are currently mapped on QTopo. Mount Elliot [https://wanderstories.space/

Peaks of Paluma Range National Park

Paluma Range National Park

Peaks of Paluma Range National Park

Paluma Range National Park is located just north of Townsville and spans from Bluewater all the way north to Ingham. This Wet Tropics World Heritage Area [https://www.google.com/search?rlz=1C5CHFA_enAU852AU852&q=paluma+range+national+park+area&stick=H4sIAAAAAAAAAOPgE-LQz9U3KDS2iNeSyk620s_JT04syczPgzOsEotSExexyhck5pTmJioUJealpyrkgaUScxQKEouyFUAqAMGl1wxKAAAA&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwjAlqrhtfXiAhXUF3IKHbCVDswQ6BMoADAWegQIEBBC] was established in

Mount Diamantina

Hinchinbrook Island National Park

Mount Diamantina

Mount Diamantina rises 955 metres above sea level and is located within the Hinchinbrook Island National Park in Far North Queensland. Although Mt Diamantina may be considered the easiest of the four main mountains to summit, it is also desirable by many due to its unique boulders on top.

Gertrude Saddle Route

Fiordland National Park

Gertrude Saddle Route

Gertrude Saddle Route is a challenging tramping route in Fiordland National Park, starting along a pleasant alpine meadow in a stunning glacial valley, then heads up steeply to the saddle with an incredible view of both valleys. Gertrude Saddle showcases a unique perspective of Milford Sound.