Walks Calendar
8-21 April 2024
2024 WALKS TO BE ANNOUNCED SOON - WATCH THIS SPACE
Walk / Cycle Track Grading:
1 - Suitable for most walkers/cyclists.
3 - Includes short steep or rough sections. Moderate fitness level required.
5 - Challenging steep sections, rough areas or river crossings. A high level of fitness required.
Weather:
This festival is centered around the outdoors, but unfortunately the weather isn't always on our side. If any event is postponed due to weather, every Endeavour will be made to reschedule the walk or event.
Kauri Dieback Information:
With the Kauri Dieback situation some walks may be affected. Please keep an eye on our website for details and further updates. We ask all participants to please make sure they clean their shoes and boots, walking sticks and anything else that comes into contact with the ground before entering and as you come out of the bush. Go to www.kauridieback.co.nz for details.
Payment information:
Please make payment at time of booking to secure your spot, in the event of a cancellation we would then refund you. You will be directed to the page for payment at the time of registration.
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Date: Sun Apr 2, 20232023 |
Kauri Walk to Dickey FlatEnjoy the beautiful settings along the Dean and Mangakino Pack tracks to where the Mangakino Stream and Waitawheta River converge. Tramp along the Waitawheta River (writhing serpent) discover the few... DETAILS |
Location: Waihi |
3-4 -
Grade: 3-4 |
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Date: Tue Apr 4, 20232023 |
Wires Track LoopDiscover the remnants of the Waihi Beach section of the Old Wires Track as it came via Waihi Beach and connected telegraphic communication between Auckland and Wellington. The track follows... DETAILS |
Location: Waihi Beach |
4-0 -
Grade: 4 |
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Date: Tue Apr 4, 20232023 |
Waiorongomai WanderJoin in this leisurely walk around Waiorongomai Low Level Loop and learn about the history and flora of this old goldmining area. With mining relics, regenerating bush and a few... DETAILS |
Location: Te Aroha |
2-0 -
Grade: 2 |
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Date: Sun Apr 9, 20232023 |
Orokawa Trig WalkThe Orokawa Trig site offers expansive views across the Bay of Plenty and down to beautiful Orokawa Beach. Rich in history, the walk starts by criss crossing the stunning Waihi... DETAILS |
Location: Waihi Beach |
4-0 -
Grade: 4 |
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Date: Mon Apr 10, 20232023 |
Pūkorokoro Shorebird CentreAt the Shorebird Centre we welcome visitors to come and explore the fascinating world of shorebirds with us. Visit the Shorebird Centre to learn about the birds then head 2km... DETAILS |
Location: Ngatea |
1-0 -
Grade: 1 |
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Date: Tue Apr 11, 20232023 |
Waipaopao (Anzac Bay) WalkReon Tuanau of Te Whānau a Tauwhao will greet you at the lower Waipaopao (Anzac Bay) carpark near the public restrooms. We start by setting off for the upper carpark... DETAILS |
Location: Waihi Beach |
2-3 -
Grade: 2-3 |
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Date: Wed Apr 12, 20232023 |
Over the top - Tuahu Track East to WestTraverse the Kaimai ranges taking in views of the Bay of Plenty and Waikato Plains. Meet at Te Aroha i-SITE, 102 Whitaker Street, Te Aroha 9.45am for debrief. Bus to... DETAILS |
Location: Te Aroha |
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Grade: 5 |
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Date: Thu Apr 13, 20232023 |
Discovery Mine & Orokawa Loop TrackPassing the site of the Discovery Mine we learn about this little known early mining venture at Waihi Beach before continuing up the Waihi Beach Stream. We cross the stream... DETAILS |
Location: Waihi Beach |
4-0 -
Grade: 4 |
12 -
Date: Mon Apr 8, 20242024 |
Union Hill WalkMeet at the George St car park by the Gilmour reserve at 10am. We will take a walk through Gilmour reserve (Tunnellers Memorial/Pike River 29/Miners Rest/development of the park) then... DETAILS |
Location: Waihi |
1-2 -
Grade: 1-2 |
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Date: Wed Apr 10, 20242024 |
A walk through Martha mine pit fenceOceanaGold is offering a walk inside the Martha mine pit fence, around our perimeter road. Get views of the Martha mine like never before. We will stop off and take... DETAILS |
Location: Waihi |
2-0 -
Grade: 2 |
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Date: Thu Apr 11, 20242024 |
Beach to Whenuakura Island TourOcean kayaking to Whenuakura Island. Our guides for the day are from Surfsup NZ. A short kayak to Whenuakura (Donut) Island will be rewarded with unforgettable and breathtaking scenery that inspires... DETAILS |
Location: Whangamata |
1-2 -
Grade: 1-2 |
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Date: Thu Apr 11, 20242024 |
Wharf Street River Boat Cruise to Historical Maritime Park & Museum (PM)We meet at Wharf St in Paeroa, which we can look at the new purpose-built community jetty on the Ohinemuri River. We then Board Kiteawa cruise boat going along the... DETAILS |
Location: Paeroa |
1-0 -
Grade: 1 |
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Date: Thu Apr 11, 20242024 |
Wharf Street to Historical Maritime Park & Museum and River Boat Cruise (AM)We meet at Wharf St in Paeroa, which we can look at the new purpose-built community jetty on the Ohinemuri River. We will then walk on the Hauraki Rail trail... DETAILS |
Location: Paeroa |
1-0 -
Grade: 1 |
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Date: Sat Apr 13, 20242024 |
Mount Karangahake Summit WalkThe Mount Karangahake walk is a walk around 9km. The walk starts on the gorge floor and finishes at the summit of Mount Karangahake, over 500 metres above the Waitawheta... DETAILS |
Location: Waihi |
4-0 -
Grade: 4 |
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Date: Sat Apr 13, 20242024 |
Pinnacles WalkThis popular walk leads to the Pinnacles Hut and on to the summit of the Pinnacles with spectacular views of the Coromandel Peninsula. We follow an historic packhorse route used... DETAILS |
Location: Thames |
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Grade: 4-5 |
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Date: Sat Apr 13, 20242024 |
Tuhua/Mayor Island WalkTuhua is the ancestral home of the Te Whanau A Tauwhao ki Tuhua. Tuhua is also the Maori name of obsidian and is one of the few places in Aotearoa... DETAILS |
Location: Katikati |
5-0 -
Grade: 5 |
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Date: Sun Apr 14, 20242024 |
Kirikiri Battery TrampKirikiri Battery Tramp Meet in the car park on Neavesville Road, at the end of the road up the valley. (Be-aware of some storm damage on road) Some big Kauris... DETAILS |
Location: Thames |
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Grade: 3-4 |
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Date: Sun Apr 14, 20242024 |
Waihi Beach North End Mining HistoryDiscover the history of Waihi Beach Gold Mining and the Treasure Island Reef. Our guide is from the Robinson family and has a wealth of knowledge and has some fascinating... DETAILS |
Location: Waihi Beach |
3-0 -
Grade: 3 |
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Date: Sun Apr 14, 20242024 |
Waihi Cemetery Walk-Wonderful Waihi WomenGuided Waihi Cemetery Walk with Waihi Branch of the New Zealand Society of Genealogists. The theme - “Wonderful Waihi Women”. A guided walk telling the stories of some of the... DETAILS |
Location: Waihi |
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Grade: 1 |
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Date: Sat Apr 20, 20242024 |
Maratoto Wires TrackThe Wires Track is named after the telephone line which used to run through the Maratoto. Remnants of these old telephone poles can be seen along the track, as can... DETAILS |
Location: Thames |
3-4 -
Grade: 3-4 |
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Date: Sun Apr 21, 20242024 |
Halls ArboretumIn conjunction with the NZ Week of Archaeology. Guide/narrator: Dave Wilton (local archaeologist). As part of Echo Walking Festival and National Archaeology Week, localarchaeologist Dave Wilton, of The Treasury, will... DETAILS |
Location: Thames |
1-0 -
Grade: 1 |
Health and Safety
For your health and safety please:
- Wear suitable shoes/boots and clothing.
- Register for all walks at least three days prior to the walk and declare any medical conditions/medication when you register.
- Bring your own wet weather gear.
- Bring a water bottle, snack food, and any medication needed for all walks. For longer walks, please be prepared to bring lunch, a first aid kit and a torch.
- Stay with the group and follow any instructions given by your walk leader.