Lyell Saddle sleepouts | Lyell Range/Radiant Range Conservation Area

Not insulated, not acceptably insect screened, the wind can whistle through between the timber cladding. All rough-sawn timber that doesn’t allow proper cleaning.

Yeah, sub-standard accommodation that doesn’t come close to meeting DOC’s standards. Or the New Zealand Building Code.

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category . . . 2 separate private sleeping shelters, constructed and managed by Mokihinui-Lyell Backcountry Trust

private hut fee . . . The private accommodation fee is a flat rate of $360 for up to 4 guests. The fee covers your entire trip whether you choose to spend 1, 2, 3 or 4 nights on the trail (it is not per night).

available . . . seasonally available, from the 1 September to the 31 May

in and out . . . Book one night only at Lyell Saddle. For single-night return trips only. This option is not intended for those traversing more/all of the trail. $90 for sleepout for four people.

booking . . . required. Book online

Book in and out

elevation . . . 875 m

bunks . . . two double mattress bunks, ie, 4 people max

built . . . 2013

heating . . . none, no insulation either

water . . . from hut, 30 m walk

toilet . . . longdrop

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