Watching the sunrise over the Matukituki Valley.

Cascade Saddle, Mt Aspiring National Park

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Wānaka’s spectacular alpine crossing. By Pavel Tvrdy

Cascade Saddle is a spectacular tramp resulting in what are arguably the best views you can get of Mt Aspiring/Tititea. But those views are hard-earned and can only be achieved by experienced trampers in fine summer weather. Above the bushline, the terrain steepens and can be slippery.   The West Matukituki Track follows its namesake […]

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