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Kowhai-Hapuku Circuit

Canterbury · New Zealand

Distance21.5 km (13.3 mi)along the line
Climb1,280 m (4,199 ft)1,238 m (4,062 ft) down
High point1,150 m (3,773 ft)lowest 139 m (456 ft)
DOC's time2 - 3 daysas DOC publishes it
Walking time7 h 30 minone way, moving, our estimate
GradeExpertDOC

Elevation profile

1150 m 139 m 0 km21.5 km

Map

Map: LINZ NZ Topo, Toitū Te Whenua LINZ, CC BY 4.0

Pink: the track. Green dot: the start. Orange: huts.

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About the track

This rugged 2–3 day trip over Kowhai Saddle is a challenging Kaikōura backcountry hike.

Huts on or near the track

Kowhai-Hapuku Circuit on DOC's website, for track alerts, bookings and closures.