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Australia is a country that features some breathtaking scenery, and indeed many taking cheap flights to Australia come to enjoy a slice of the great outdoors of which the natives are so proud. While images of the scorching, desert like interior are common currency throughout the world, the fact remains that the vastness of Australia contains several different temperature zones. The varied terrain of the temperate zones offers excellent hiking country for walkers of all levels of ability, and what’s more, hard core survival training is not necessary to participate! Accessing this unique continent is now easier than ever through the cheap flights to Australia provided by DialAFlight, and once you arrive, accessing the bush can be made manageable through using the services of trained guides. However, even through you may not be going ‘walk about’ in the scorching northern territories, you still need to come prepared. Here we take a look at some of the basics you will need when after taking cheap flights to Australia for a hiking holiday. Firstly, get
hold of a
decent sized backpack. One-day walks don’t require you to
transport camping gear, but you still need to carry a fair bit of
clothing, food and drink to be prepared for a day in the
wilderness. Multiple small pockets outside the main body of
the bag are useful for easy access to drinks, snacks and
cameras. If possible, get a back pack with some kind of
airflow system, which basically means a design which keeps the side of
the bag away from direct contact with your back, preventing heat build
up and the loss of fluids to sweating. Some packs simply have
a rigid curved contour that does this job perfectly well.  Walking boots are essential. Shoes simply cannot provide the ankle support that even lightweight trail boots supply. The type of boot you require depends on the conditions at that time of year. While leather is traditional, modern Gore Tex like fabrics can now offer superior performance in terms of waterproofing, and crucially, the breathability of the boot. Leather needs to be looked after, and requires regular treatment to remain water resistant. Submersion in water usually proves that the leather boot is not fully waterproof. While few materials truly are water tight, modern breathable fabrics can be more effective in both keeping water out, and reducing the moisture build up within due to perspiration, thanks to the breathable pores in the upper of the boot. Make sure that the boots have an adequately firm sole to protect you from rocky ground. This is particularly important if you will be walking in arid areas, as little average rainfall can mean that sharp edges on rocks have not been broken down by water over the years. Although it
may seem an
afterthought, good walking socks can also make all the
difference. Seamless, properly fitting socks, with cushioning
and shaped heels can significantly reduce the chance of blistering over
the course of a day’s hiking. Again, waterproof breathable
socks are available, which can be particularly useful if you favour the
more traditional leather boot.
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