Previously, On the Trail…

793.0 / 3074.5 km 25.8% Whatawhata / Village Cafe
Saturday, December 16, 2023 10:16 pm
Location: Whatawhata / Village Cafe (793.0 km)

A long day today took us from Ngāruawāhia, through Hamilton, and on to Whatawhata, and set us up for a summit of Pirongia Mountain tomorrow.

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Waterfall, Mistletoe, and Fence Bays
Thursday, May 7, 2026 8:10 pm

For over 1,300 kilometers, from Ship Cove to Bluff, Te Araroa travels across the rugged wilderness of New Zealand’s South Island. Continue reading for a glimpse at what New Zealand — and Te Araroa — have to offer.

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Exiting the Raetea Forest
Thursday, May 7, 2026 8:09 pm

Over nearly 1,750 kilometers, from Cape Reinga to Wellington, Te Araroa travels across towns, cities, and the diverse landscape of New Zealand’s North Island. Continue reading for a glimpse at what New Zealand — and Te Araroa — have to offer.

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Waihōpai River and Estuary
Sunday, April 7, 2024 8:47 pm
Location: Stirling Point, Bluff, Southern Terminus of Te Araroa (3074.5 km)

After 150 days and 3074.5 km of hiking (and also canoeing and cycling), I reached Bluff, the southern terminus of Te Araroa.

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