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Travers-Sabine Circuit

New Zealand · Oceania · Hut-to-hut · score 65/100

At a glance

CountriesNew Zealand
ContinentOceania
RegionSouth Island (Nelson Lakes NP)
TypeHut-to-hut
Length80 km
Typical duration5-7 days
Difficulty4/5 (Hard)
Max altitude1787 m
Best seasonDec-Apr
StartSt Arnaud
EndSt Arnaud (loop)
Permit / guideDOC huts (tickets/pass); no booking system
Special gearfull alpine kit; avalanche awareness in shoulder season

Score

65/100
Scenery
27/35
Fame
11/25
Uniqueness
14/20
Logistics
13/20

Classic backcountry loop over Travers Saddle with Lake Angelus side trip

How the score works: scoring method. Information confidence: high.

Notes

80 km loop incl. Blue Lake

Sources

Information compiled from public sources, as of October 19, 2026. Trail conditions, permits and closures change: verify with local authorities before you go.

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