A stunning sunrise above the clouds at Luxmore Hut – the first hut on the Kepler Track. Photo: Neco Wieringa

7 reasons to do the Great Walks

September 2023

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They’re called Great Walks for a reason, but why should you do one?

‘They’re full of tourists … not the real backcountry … they’re just highways … the huts are like hotels …’ You’ve probably heard all the above comments. You may even think all of the above. But are they true? Should you give the Great Walks a miss? The answer is no. According to the Department […]
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