Hi-
I have done quite of few tramps around NZ, Gillespie, Mt Armstrong, round the mountain circuit, etc... Attempted MT Aspiring summit about 10+ years ago but weather turned us back.
I have done a bit of winter tramping, so know how to use an ice axe and crampons, but its been a few years. I have about 4 to 5 days holiday in the first week of August and would like to do a tramp that would get me back into the alpine snow line to brush up my snow skills.
Was thinking of Kepler circuit or possibly even aspiring up to french ridge hut. I guess Cascade Saddle would be suicidal at this time, but if it is doable, would like to know.
Any recommendations for a 4 to 5 day trek around the south island would be much appreciated.