This route is a stunning way to see some of the best of the Ruahine tops. It involves an east to west crossing of the Ruahines, summitting all 21 of the peaks above 1600m. The first 19km contains 2400m of vert and the first half of the route has the most technical sections over Te Atua o Parapara, Broken Ridge, Sawtooth, and Te Hekenga. Once above Sunrise Hut you leave the marked track until above Pourangaki Hut. The route has lightly worn footpads in places, nothing in others, so good navigation skills are key, particularly in cloud or darkness.