The way to the Secret Salvation Hut and the Mysterious Wednesday and Pudding Basin Waterfalls is finally revealed!!! Starting from Blade Carpark up the Ngamarama Track towards Te Whare Okioki Hut, allow 1.5 hours to the obscure falls turnoff. A 20minute drop to the stunning Pudding Basin & Wednesday Waterfalls will reward your efforts. Continue mainly true left down the ngarly Ngamuwhahine stream tributary track for a 1.5hour hike to the secret Salvation Hut. A 1hour return crossing over an often rapidly rising Ngamuhahine Stream and a left turn onto the Leyland O'Brien Tramway will complete the day's hike back to the carpark.

Chapters:
00:00 The mission
4:08 Ngamarama Track
7:46 Waterfalls Track
13:10 Pudding Basin Falls
17:08 Wednesday Falls
19:20 Way to Salvation
23:15 Salvation Hut
26:00 Hut to Leyland O'Brien Tramway
30:00 Obscure Track Junction

Tips:
Preparation: Bring water, snacks, and safety gear.
Navigation: Use a map or GPS.
Safety: Be cautious of the rapidly rising stream. Check weather forecasts.
Timing: The total hike is approximately 5.5 hours. Plan accordingly for daylight.

Salvation Hut History
Salvation Hut was built by volunteers from the New Zealand Deerstalkers Association (NZDA) in 1968. This association, consisting of hunters and outdoor enthusiasts, has constructed and maintained numerous huts across New Zealand, (see forgotten huts below), especially in remote and mountainous areas. The huts serve as shelters for hunters trampers and other outdoor adventurers exploring the backcountry.

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