CintNZ,
Hello. I hope this post finds you well.
Thank you very much for writing and sharing your thoughts about my tentative schedule, camping and the weather. I especially appreciate the invitation!
Fortunately, I received feedback from a couple forum members, which really helped fine-tune my schedule. I have revised my schedule after changing my travel plans for Australia from summer to winter and my travel plans for the Himalayas from spring to summer. Everything fell in place very easily. As of now, I am very happy and comfortable with the following flexible schedule. I am aware of the risk that I will be exposed to more rain during the New Zealand spring. If I desire to stay longer and explore more 4x4 tracks, I can reallocate time from SE Asia.
Nov-Dec: New Zealand
Dec/Jan/Feb: SE Asia
Mar/April: China
May/Jun/July: Australia
Aug/Sept: India (Himalayas)
Finally, thank you for the heads-up about camping reservations during peak season. Your information is very helpful and reassuring.
Take care & ride safely.
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