There are two options here. You can start at lunch and walk through two river valleys along old logging tracks (unguided ) for 10km to the road end where there will be a cup of tea waiting, before wandering on for a further 1/2 an hour to the lodge. Or start later and have only a 1/2 hours walk to the Te Mara lodge (where you spend the night) located beside private wet lands (protected by QEII covenant).
Words cannot describe the stunning beauty and tranquility of the area, spend the late afternoon & evening walking the tracks around the area.
A guide will accompany you past more wetlands while you are wandering over open farmland heading towards the foothills of the Tararua ranges. After an hour you will join up with one of the numerous old logging tracks that weave around this historical area, from which you will get some wonderful views over the Wairarapa. You will visit a former historic hunters hut, then make your way down to the Wilderness Café where a welcome cuppa awaits. Then on down to the cabins at Reef Hill where you will be treated to a hot spa, shower or cool swim.
The last day gives you time to explore the surrounding area, have a late morning tea and a leisurely wander back to your car (1 hour unguided) either through the river or over the hill, depending on the weather or a more strenuous 2 hour walk along the tops (great panoramic views of the Tararua Ranges).
Fully catered & guided (2nd day only). Season: All year round excluding June, July and August.
Fully catered is only $310 per person (4 or more). $340 per person under 4 persons.
The fee includes:
Transport to the start of the track from the parking point.
All meals and accommodation.
Landowner access fees.
Guide for Day Two.
Pack cartage available at $10 per pack if required.
Please feel free to contact us if you have any questions
