The NZAC hut in Arthurs Pass is also not a bad staging point for Castle Hill bouldering and tramping/alpine in the park. You don't *have* to be a member but it is cheaper if you are.
A DOC back country hut pass at around $100 is also quite a good option if you are planning some tramping/alpine, though it doesn't include many of the more touristy huts (Great Walks, etc).
If you're in Auckland (and I haven't moved out by then) and want a bit of urban quarry trad, let me know. |