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11th January 2022
3min

Places to explore | Mt Burns

Looking for a less-crowded alpine walk in Fiordland? Look no further! The walk to the Mount Burns Tarns is a short but challenging walk which rewards you with alpine grandeur....
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24th November 2020
2min

Have you tried The Milford Track?

Over the course of four days the Milford Track takes you 53.5km right through the heart of Fiordland. The track itself is well developed due to its ‘Great Walk’ status....
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24th November 2020
2min

Have you tried The Kepler Track?

The Kepler track is a 60km loop that takes you alongside glistening alpine lakes, through dense beech forest and up into a spectacular alpine environment.
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24th November 2020
2min

Have you tried The Ben Lomond Track?

The Ben Lomond Track, a 6-8 hour return trip, is a challenging day walk that takes you from downtown Queenstown to the summit of Ben Lomond. The track’s accessibility makes...
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24th November 2020
2min

Have you tried Robert Ridge Route?

At the northern end of Nelson Lakes National Park lies the start of one of the most popular overnight tramps, Robert Ridge Route. This track traverse’s alpine terrain, which can...
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24th November 2020
2min

Have you tried The Mount Taranaki Summit Route?

One of the most challenging tracks in the Egmont National Park, the summit route takes you high above the clouds for a truly breath-taking view. The Taranaki Summit Route climbs...
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23rd November 2020
2min

Have you tried The Tongariro Alpine Crossing?

The Tongariro Alpine Crossing is one of the most incredible day walks in the world. Although beautiful, it can be dangerous if you are not fully prepared to enter an...
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9th November 2020
2min

Get out and be active in the South Island

New Zealand’s Get Outdoors Week starts this weekend, so the Mountain Safety Council staff have chosen their top 10 South Island locations for you to get inspired to get out...
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9th November 2020
2min

Get out and be active in the North Island

New Zealand’s Get Outdoors Week starts this weekend, so the Mountain Safety Council staff have chosen their top 10 North Island locations for you to get inspired to get out...