If you’re thinking of taking on NZ’s long-distance Te Araroa walk that goes from the top of the North Island to the bottom of the South we have some good news.
Te Araroa Trust and the Department of Conservation have teamed up to create the $NZ195 ($178) pass for the 2024-25 season which can be used to stay at 71 of DOC’s public huts and campsites along the way.
DOC said the pass will save bushwalkers money and provide better data on those using the trail.
People walking Te Araroa in full, or the South Island portion, will be required to purchase the pass when they register for the walk. The pass will be optional for those walking just the North Island portion or small sections of the trail.
Te Araroa Trust executive director Matt Claridge told Radio NZ the team was very excited about the trail pass. “Te Araroa is one of the world’s most diverse long-distance walking trails, allowing people to experience the back country, towns and everything Aotearoa has to offer.
“Around 2000 walkers complete the 3012km trail as a continuous journey every year, while many others walk parts of Te Araroa over the course of several years.”
For more info on Te Araroa click here.