The Te Araroa is a long-distance trail traversing the length of New Zealand, from the northernmost point on the North Island (Cape Reinga) to the southernmost point on the South Island (Bluff). It is about 3000 km (1860 mi) long, and involves some road walking, kayaking, and more! I’m starting my trip in mid-November.

I’m updating my latest location in the map below and hope to give weekly updates.

Day 5-10

Kaitaia to Kerikeri

 Posted on December 3, 2022  |  8 minutes

.progress { display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; } Progress to Bluff: 7% Dates: 11/17 - 11/22 Start: Kaitaia End: Kerikeri Distance: 105 km Total distance: 220 km Day 5 was a classic zero day. I don’t think I’ve ever taken a rest day this early into a hike, but my body was feeling the effects of the hard sand and I knew the rest of the group wasn’t far behind. [Read More]
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Day 1-4

Cape Reinga to Kaitaia

 Posted on November 17, 2022  |  6 minutes

.progress { display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; } Progress to Bluff: 4% Dates: 11/13 - 11/16 Start: Cape Reinga End: Kaitaia Distance: 115 km Total distance: 115 km My journey to Cape Reinga and the start of the Te Araroa began early Sunday morning in Auckland. The bus to Kerikeri left at 7:30 am, and from Kerikeri there was another bus to Kaitaia. The first bus was a mix of hikers and regular travelers, but once we reached Kerikeri and switched busses it was clear almost everyone was headed to the Cape. [Read More]
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