The Hope, Doubtful and Nina Rivers Loop

Leaving Devils Den biv

Hope, Doubtful, Nina Loop This four-day, three-night loop linking the Hope, Doubtful and Nina Rivers south west of the Lewis Pass, was a superb mix of rivers, mountains and hut bagging! It's high up on…

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St James Walkway

St James Walkway

St James Walkway The St James Walkway from the Lewis Pass to Boyle Village in North Canterbury is a Kiwi gem. The 66 km trail is easily accessible, not too difficult (no major elevation or…

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Te Araroa Trail Day 128. Boyle – Hope Kiwi Lodge 2120.5kms

Te Araroa Trail Day 128 - To Hope Kiwi Lodge

Te Araroa Trail Boyle to Hope Kiwi Lodge We got ourselves together at a leisurely pace this morning, enjoyed a nice brekkie at the house, then and went into Hanmer to enjoy a Rustic cafe…

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Te Araroa Trail Day 126. Boyle Flat hut 2083kms – Boyle River Outdoor Education Centre 2095kms

Boyle Flat hut

Te Araroa Trail - Boyle Flat hut to Hanmer (off Trail) I had a little sleep in today until 6.30am and got on trail with Mike at about 7.15am. From Boye Flat hut it was…

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