Walks
Over the top - Tuahu Track East to West
Monday, 11 April 2022
Grade 5
Nearest Town: Te Aroha
Registration Region: Te Aroha
Duration: 5-6 hours
Start Time: 9:45 am - Te Aroha i-SITE 102 Whitaker Street, Te Aroha Telephone: 07 884 8052
Cost: 25.00
Traverse 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 Hot Springs Rd, Katikati and walk through lush native forest to the top of the Kaimai Ranges. Drop down to the Waikato side where the vegetation gives way to a harsher environment. Continue on down through the Waihou valley pine forest and bus back to the domain and a soak in the mineral pools. (Private spa must be booked; Swim Zone and No.2 Bathhouse open to public)
Time 5-6 hours; Distance 11.9km; Grade 5; Cost of $25.00
First pick up at Te Aroha i-SITE 102 Whitaker St Te Aroha @ 9.45am. Drop off 426/266 Hot Springs Rd Katikati. Second pick up is at 433 Wairakau Rd, Te Aroha @ 4.00pm; drop off @ 102 Whitaker Street, Te Aroha.
Please note: We need a minimum of six people to register and there is a maximum of 13 people.
Checklist:
- Bring Food and Drink
PLEASE NOTE: Participants are responsible for their own safety equipment, food, water, clothing and vehicles.
The Festival is a non-profit event which relies heavily on volunteers, and donations to help pay for the organisation and promotion of the month-long event.
Any contribution received towards ECHO is greatly appreciated and helps to ensure the success and continuation of the festival.