Kumano Kodo Nakahechi Route: My Day-by-Day Guide
My day-by-day guide to the Kumano Kodo Nakahechi route, including how many days to walk, where to stay, how hard it is and what I would do differently.
Where to Stay on the Kumano Kodo (How I’d Book It)
How I would book Kumano Kodo accommodation: Kumano Travel for on-trail stays, Booking.com for Kii-Tanabe and Kii-Katsuura, plus fallback options.
Kumano Kodo Luggage Transfer: What I’d Actually Do
How I would use luggage transfer on the Kumano Kodo, including Yamato, daily luggage shuttle, costs, timing and what to carry.
Kumano Kodo Complete Guide (How I Would Plan It)
How I would plan the Kumano Kodo Nakahechi route, including route choice, accommodation, booking, luggage transfer, cost and what to read next.
Tongariro Northern Circuit: My Complete 2026/27 Guide
My first-hand Tongariro Northern Circuit guide, updated for the temporary 2026/27 one-way route, new Oturere Hut, current fees and a practical three-day itinerary.
6 Places to Swim on the Kumano Kodo (That I Actually Swam)
Six places I actually swam while walking the Kumano Kodo, including Chikatsuyu, Kawayu, Kowaze, Koguchi and Blue Beach Nachi.
Coromandel Pinnacles Walk (My Complete Guide)
My practical guide to walking the Coromandel Pinnacles as a day hike or overnight trip, including the route, hut, packing and Hoffmans Pool.
The 5 Kilimanjaro Tour Operators I’d Actually Shortlist
My honest shortlist of Kilimanjaro tour operators after climbing the 8-day Lemosho route, plus how to avoid cheap operators that cut corners on safety or porter welfare.
Kumano Kodo vs Nakasendo Way: Which Hike Should You Choose?
My honest Kumano Kodo vs Nakasendo Way comparison after walking both: which hike is harder, which feels more immersive, how accommodation works, and which Japan walking route I would choose first.
Hiking Mount Rinjani, Lombok | My Tips + Route Map!
Mount Rinjani is a 3,726-meter-high (active) volcano on the island of Lombok, Indonesia. It’s known for its stunning caldera…
