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The next day you travel up and over a saddle to find New Zealand’s<br />
highest whiskey bar. Whiskey Hut is perched at 2200m and the 2 bunk<br />
red hut is filled with some of the world’s finest whisky – but how can this<br />
be true? #nowhereelseinNZ.<br />
From here you head along a broad ridge overlooking the remote Jollie<br />
Valley where you can see the peaks of The Main Divide. The rocky<br />
ridge and scree run down to Tin Hut stream where you can take your<br />
boots off to cool in the fresh waters that cascade down off nearby<br />
glaciers and peaks. You are surrounded by grandiose mountains<br />
and herds of Himalayan Tahr. The night is spent at the incredibly<br />
comfortable Falcons Nest Hut, with a cosy log burner and authentic<br />
high country feel.<br />
After a solid breakfast and coffee, you’ll journey down the Tin Hut<br />
Stream to the final leg of the hike with a stop in for lunch in a nearby<br />
Oasis by the stream. The final descent into the Cass Valley has that<br />
home stretch vibe as we see the familiar sights of the braided river<br />
before a well-earned cold beer awaits.<br />
THE MACKENZIE ALPINE<br />
HIKING TOUR<br />
Duration: 2 Nights / 3 Days<br />
Starts: Lake Tekapo<br />
Operates: December- May annually.<br />
Special notes: March & April /<br />
incredible fall light & colours<br />
Abilities: moderate fitness levels &<br />
experienced hikers.<br />
Info: www.tekapoadventures.com<br />
ADVENTUREMAGAZINE.CO.NZ//45
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