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Whanganui Journey Brochure WHANGANUI JOURNEY Duration: 3 or 5 days Great Walks season: Distance: 145 km (one way) 1 October 2017 – 30 April 2018 WHANGANUI PADDLING GUIDE Maharanui JOURNEY Ōhinepane Poukaria 12 campsites Whakahoro 36 campsites 12 campsites 36 campsites Paddle through a landscape Taumarunui of remote hills and valleys on the magical Whanganui Journey. 22 km / 3 – 5 hrs 35 km / 6 – 8 hrs Experience the scenic beauty, history and cultural significance of the winding Whanganui River in the south-west of the North Island. Choose a 5-day journey from Taumarunui to Pipiriki (145 km), or a shorter, 3-day journey starting at Whakahoro (87 km), featuring the most scenic stretches of the river. Day 1: Taumarunui to Day 2: Ohinepane to Ohinepane Whakahoro This guide describes a 5-day trip by canoe or kayak from Taumarunui to Pipiriki for independent, non-guided travellers 3 – 5 hours, 22 km 6 – 8 hours, 35 km during the Great Walks season Access points are at Ngahuinga From here, you’ll feel as (1 October 2017 – 30 April 2018). (Cherry Grove) in Taumarunui or though you are venturing into further downstream at Ohinepane the heart of a rich and rugged (accessed from River Road SH43). landscape. On the way you Outside the Great Walks season Travelling the upper reaches of will pass Poukaria Campsite (May to September) conditions (a great spot to stop for lunch) are more hazardous – see the the Whanganui River, you’ll pass and Maharanui Campsite. safety information. through a mixture of farmland and native bush. You’ll be in for some Take a short trip up the Ohura excitement as you shoot down River to Ohura Falls. rapids on this section of the river. Duration: 3 or 5 days Distance: 145 km (one way) Great Walks season: 1 October 2017 – 30 April 2018 COVER: Andrew Bain / Alamy Stock Photo ABOVE LEFT TO RIGHT: © Monster Valley; © Monster Valley; Janette Asche; DOC/90 Seconds; © Monster Valley MAIN PHOTO: Whakahoro Campsite, Daniel Deans greatwalks.co.nz 0800 694 732 hut campsite car park Maharanui John Coull Tīeke Kāinga 12 campsites Whakahoro Mangapapa Ōhauora 24 bunks Mangawaiiti Mangapurua 20 bunks Ngāporo 36 campsites 17 campsites 20 campsites 26 campsites 26 campsites 10 campsites 28 campsites 32 campsites Pipiriki 37.5 km / 7 – 9 hrs 29 km / 7 – 9 hrs 21.5 km / 4 – 6 hrs Day 4: John Coull Hut to Day 5: Tīeke Kāinga to Day 3: Whakahoro to John Coull Hut Tīeke Kāinga Pipiriki 7 – 9 hours, 37.5 km 7 – 9 hours, 29 km 4 – 6 hours, 21.5 km Many begin their river journey here – the On this section, you’ll follow the river You’ll pass through the scenic scenic middle reaches of the river, featuring as it meanders through bush-covered gorge of the Manganui o te numerous waterfalls after heavy rain. Past hills, passing the mouths of the Ao River where it enters the Mangapapa Campsite, you’ll take a long Tangarakau and Whangamomona rivers Whanganui after its journey loop around the Kirikiriroa peninsula, pass where they join the Whanganui. Perched from the slopes of Mt Ruapehu. the Tarepokiore (whirlpool) rapid and then high above the river, Mangawaiiti is an The Ngaporo and Autapu rapids the large overhang known as Tamatea’s attractive spot to camp or stop for lunch. can provide plenty of excitement Cave. Please do not enter the cave as it is Continue your trip downstream past and perhaps a cool dip on a hot wāhi tapu (a sacred place). Otaihanga Reach the Mangapurua Landing, gateway to day. You’ll pass through more leads you to your overnight stop at John the Bridge to Nowhere, on your way to exotic trees and farmland before Coull Hut and Campsite. Tīeke Kāinga. Here you can examine the finally reaching the end of your intricately-carved pou whenua (carved journey at Pipiriki village. timber pole) and learn about the history of Tīeke and the tikanga (protocol) of the marae. HIGHLIGHTS Air New Zealand partners with the Department of Photo: DOC/90 Seconds Conservation to help bring native birds back to the beautiful Great Walks. 1 Take a break from the water at Mangapurua Landing and walk to the iconic Bridge to Nowhere. Lost deep in the forest, completely isolated from civilisation, this lonely concrete bridge was Photo: Shellie Evans (tikitouringnz.blogspot.co.nz) built for World War I servicemen to reach a now-abandoned settlement. 2 Look out for plump kererū/wood pigeon, as they plummet from the forest canopy before gaining enough speed to rise again, and noisily crash-land into the foliage in search of more berries. 3 Experience the unique landscape of the Whanganui National Park as you paddle through deep gorges and past cascading Photo: DOC/90 Seconds waterfalls. 4 Visit Tīeke Kāinga and learn about the intimate connection that Whanganui iwi have with the awa (river). 5 Watch for pekapeka/long-tailed bats fluttering overhead at dusk when you reach John Coull Hut on Day 3. Conservation story Photo: Canoe Safaris 6 Watch and listen for the native birdlife of the Whanganui National Park, including kererū, whio/blue duck, tūī and brown kiwi. There has been a noticeable increase in birdsong since Kia Wharite, a partnership to protect some of our most precious taonga, began in the Whanganui National Photo: Sabine Bernert Photo: Matt Binns (CC BY 2.0) Park in 2008. www.kiawharite.govt.nz Cape Reinga Kaitaia Kerikeri Kaikohe WHANGAREI Dargaville Great Barrier Mangawhai Heads Island (Aotea Island) Warkworth Orewa Helensville AUCKLAND Whitianga Tāmaki Makaurau/ Auckland Visitor Centre Thames Kauaeranga Visitor Centre Pukekohe Whangamata Waiuku Tuakau Paeroa Waihi Te Aroha Huntly Katikati Ngaruawahia Morrinsville TAURANGA HAMILTON Raglan Te Puke Matamata Cambridge WHAKATANE Te Awamutu Ohope Edgecumbe Putaruru Putaruru greatwalks.co.nz Opotiki Kawerau ROTORUA Otorohanga 0800 694 732 TOKOROA GETTING THERE Te Kuiti Traditional entry or exit points for the Sign me up! What do I do next? Whanganui Journey are from SH4 at: Murupara Taumarunui LAKE Ohinepane (access from Taumarunui) WAIKAREMOANA Whakahoro (access from Raurimu TAUPO Lake GISBORNE Taupo or Owhango) Te Urewera Start off at greatwalks.co.nz/ Visitor Centre Pipiriki (access from Raetihi Taumarunui 1 whanganui for more information. or Whanganui) Ohinepane Waitara Turangi NEW PLYMOUTH WHANGANUI Owhango Frasertown Lepperton JOURNEY TONGARIRO Equipment hire, Oakura Whakahoro NORTHERN Wairoa Raurimu CIRCUIT services, food Inglewood and transport Book your canoes, huts and Egmont National Park Visitor Centre Tongariro National 2 can be found Dawson Falls Visitor Centre Park Visitor Centre campsites online or at a DOC Stratford in Taumarunui, Visitor Centre. Whanganui, Eltham Ohakune Opunake Raetihi Raetihi, Ohakune Pipiriki Waiouru and National Normanby NAPIER Hawera Hawke’s Bay Regional Park Village. Visitor Centre Book your transport to and Refer over page for transport Taihape HASTINGS 3 from the track – operators are options and services. listed online and in this brochure. 0 25 50 km WHANGANUI Otane Waipawa Waipukurau Marton Buy your food and pack your Bulls 4 PLACES TO STAY Feilding Dannevirkebags – download the Great Walks Ashhurst packing list and make sure you Woodville have everything you need for a PALMERSTON NORTH 5-day independent unguided trip. Foxton Beach Foxton Pahiatua Shannon LEVIN Eketahuna Otaki Read up on safety and make 5 sure you’re well prepared for your journey and changeable weather MASTERTON at greatwalks.co.nz/whanganui. Whakahoro Campsite, Photo: Daniel Deans Carterton Make sure you have left your Greytown Featherston intentions with a trusted contract DOC operates 2 huts, 11 Great Walks campsites and 1 basic bunkroom along at adventuresmart.org.nz. LOWER HUTT Martinborough the Whanganui Journey, which must be booked in advanceWELLINGTON during the Great Pōneke/Wellington Walks season (1 October 2017 – 30 April 2018). Visitor Centre Outside the Great Walks season facilities are greatly reduced, and there are no volunteer hut rangers. Booking is not required, huts and campsites are first come, first served and fees are reduced. See www.doc.govt.nz for details. Check the weather, and make 6 sure you’ve downloaded and printed your ticket and official Great Walks huts track guide. You also can get the $32 per adult per night; 17 years and under free (booking required). latest weather updates and river During the Great Walks season the huts have bunks, mattresses, a water conditions from the Taumarunui supply, toilets, hand-washing facilities and heating with fuel. They may or Ohakune i-Sites. also have a lighting source, basic cooking facilities with fuel, and a volunteer hut ranger may be present. Great Walks campsites All set! Jump in your vessel $20 per adult per night; 17 years and under free. 7 and get paddling! Don’t forget The campsites offer basic facilities including toilets, sinks and a water to share your experience on supply. Some also have picnic tables and cooking shelters. facebook.com/GreatWalks. 100 km Discover the real New Zealand canoeing the Whanganui River Join Whanganui River Canoes on your next Whanganui river Canoe and Kayak Hire adventure in the Whanganui National Park. We are a small boutique company price, this is the most ideal place to We oer 1 - 6 day guided and unguided trips on ✔ Explore at your own pace with our that has been providing a top quality start and finish your journey, at a the Whanganui River, tailored to suit your needs, freedom hire option experience and service on the competitive price (group discounts with safety and instruction briengs available in Whanganui river for 40 plus years available). ✔ Relax with a fully catered guided trip Chinese, Hebrew and German. Whether you’re going freedom hire Yeti Tours is the only company ✔ 1 - 6 day trips, tailored to your needs Our experienced local guides can share secrets or guided, our staff are all locals and that has achieved a worldwide about the rich history of the river and show you ✔ The latest gear, well maintained are very passionate about provide a accepted Qualmark accredited some of the unique sights along the way.
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