Godley Hut and Glacial Lake, New Zealand
Sebastian Lehrke
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New Zealand Godley Hut and Glacial Lake

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Godley Hut is a remote backcountry hut located in the spectacular Godley Valley at the northern end of Lake Tekapo. Surrounded by braided rivers, expansive tussock grasslands, and the snow-capped peaks of the Southern Alps, it serves as a base for hikers, climbers, and adventurers exploring one of New Zealand's most rugged alpine landscapes.

Photography Tips

Also from the air, put your frame into thirds and place the hut in either one of the lines on the side since you want to give it some air to breath. This means: You want to show the viewer in what kind of pristine location that hut sits.

Travel Information

Getting here is not easy. There is no road leading there and you need to cross several rivers with a 4x4 car or hike all the way in. It took us 7 hours of off-road driving and then another 1,5 hours of hiking. Access is generally via Lilybank Road at the end of Lake Tekapo. If the river levels are too high, please turn around and dont get yourself in danger.
Spot Type Drone
Crowd Factor Nearly no other people
Best Timing Sunrise in summer
Sunrise & Sunset 07:59 - 17:29 | current local time: 23:35
Photo Themes moody Mountain Hut Mountain Lake Mountain View reflection shelter Sunset

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