Excelsior Peak, Takitimu Conservation Area

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Beneath the clouds, the view opened up. Photo: Alina Suchanski
Note: Permission from the landowner required. Contact DOC Te Anau (03) 249 7924 for details When driving the Te Anau-Mossburn Highway, your eyes are drawn to the south where the Takitimu Mountains tower above the surrounding farmland. Those who venture up one of these peaks in good weather are rewarded with fabulous views of lakes […]
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