Tararua Range
What makes the Tararua Range one of the most treacherous hikes in the world is the tough winds that whip through the range, strong enough to knock you off your feet. According to Pete Smith, a member of the Tararua Trampers Club, “there are times when you can’t stand up. The wind, it cuts right through you, you’ve really got to get out of the wind.” Trekkers in New Zealand trying to conquer this hike need to be aware of the winds, since they can be deadly. Since 1970, around 22 trekkers have lost their lives on the hike, some due to the wind, others due to injury and dehydration (Stuff.co).