This trip is currently in the planning stage.  If you think you may be interested and would like more information, please contact Catherine, as below. Note that numbers will be limited – for logistical and accommodation reasons.

In a nutshell, here is what is planned …
2/11: Drive to Haast and stay overnight.
3/11: Drive 40 km from Haast. Walk along Moeraki River Track, past Blowfly Hut to Horseshoe Flat Hut. (9 km, 4.5 hours)
4/11 Day walk to Middle Head Hut (4 km, 2 hours) and maybe 0.5 km further to look at rock bivvy.  Return to Middle Head Hut (Total 8 – 9 km)
5/11 Walk back to Blowfly Hut and stay there. (6 km)
6/11 Walk to Maori Saddle Hut and stay there. (10 km, 4.5 hours)
7/11 Walk to Coppermine Creek Hut and stay there.  This will be the biggest day. (15 km, 7 – 9 hours)
8/11 Rest day?
9/11 Walk out to the road end. (8 km)  Return home.

Grade: Moderate to Hard
Organiser: Catherine  027 7163518
Map references: BY12, BY13