Travers Valley, Nelson Lakes National Park

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Descending from the saddle north of Mt Cupola. Travers Valley ahead. Photo: Gary Webber
Hike Lakehead Track to Lakehead Hut (or catch a water taxi and save yourself a few hours). Coninue up the Travers Valley to John Tait Hut. One option is stay here before carrying on to Cuploa Hut a further 2.5hr away. This route is part of Te Araroa Trail and is well maintained. If you […]
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