Over the top - Kaimai Range east-west crossing
Wednesday, 25 March 2026
Meet at Te Aroha Information Centre at 8.30am for briefing. Bus to Hot Springs Rd, Katikati and walk through lush native forest on the Tuahu track. First stop is the magnificent kauri tree, now protected from disease by a boardwalk. Then on to the top of the Kaimai Range for views of both sides if the weather is kind. Vegetation is sparse at the top due to the harsher environment on the western side. Continue on down through the Waihou Valley pine forest and bus back to the Domain for a soak in the historic No.2 Bathhouse ($8 each and optional).
Transport will be provided by Biking Hiking Shuttles and is $45 per person.
Morning pick up at Te Aroha Visitor Information Centre 102 Whitaker St Te Aroha @ 8.45am. Drop off end of Hot Springs Rd Katikati. Afternoon pick up is at 433 Wairakau Rd, Te Aroha at approx. 4.00pm; drop off back in Te Aroha around 4.20pm for a soak in the No.2 Bathhouse ($8 and optional).
Distance 11.9km
Restrictions: Limited to a maximum of 11 people.
