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Region All Aoraki / Mt Cook Arthur's Pass Canterbury Canterbury high country Fiordland Mount Aspiring Nelson / Marlborough Otago Overseas Southland

Type All 4WD Bivvy Camping Hut Lake Other Pass / Saddle Peak Winter

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I’ve always said “the worst thing to happen to New Zealand… it was discovered”. With the discovery of the last lost worl...

There are a few shows on TV these days which make a big deal out of being alone in the wild. I like to go out of my way...

While some seek the pleasure of company, others search for solace while traveling solo in the serenity of sweet scenery....

The Alpine Highway through the mountains from Christchurch to Arthurs Pass Village is littered with heaps of excellent h...

There are many times when you learn something in conditions completely different than what you are training for. Trainin...