Pfeifer Bivouac is in a beautiful location. Photo: Sam Harrison

Pfeifer Biv via Waharoa Saddle, Arthur’s Pass National Park

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High in a picturesque alpine basin sits one of the lesser visited gems in Arthur’s Pass: two bunk Pfeifer Biv.

The route to the bivouac begins at Morrison Footbridge over the Otira River, just off SH73. It then follows Te Araroa Trail before turning south, following Paratu Stream. Travel up the stream is relatively easy, just make sure to stick to the true right fork at the 560m contour.  At around 800m, the route leaves […]
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Sam Harrison

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Sam Harrison

Sam Harrison is a chocolate addict who tramps on the side. When he’s not in the bush he can be found pushing paper for a government department in Te Whanganui-a-Tara. Sam graduated from the University of Otago in 2021 with a Bachelor of Law, a Bachelor of Arts, a large student loan and a love of all things tramping. He is easily identified in the hills by his oversized camera and his distinctive knack for finding type II fun.

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