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Places to stay

There are numerous camping areas and accommodation huts,which have open fires for cooking and bunks with mattresses. Dry firewood can be scarce, so gas cookers should be carried. A small fee is charged for using the huts.


Daly's Clearing Hut.

Daly's Clearing Hut

This is a standard 16-bunk hut in the Tauranga area.

Interior view of Hurunui Hut.

Hurunui Hut

This is a basic three-bunk hut in the Tauranga area.

Kauritatahi Hut.

Kauritatahi Hut

This is a basic three-bunk hut in the Tauranga area.

Mangamuka Hut.

Mangamuka Hut

This is a basic four-bunk hut in the Tauranga area.

Motutapere Hut.

Motutapere Hut

This is a basic three-bunk hut in the Tauranga area.

Trampers gear outside Te Rereatukahia Hut.

Te Rereatukahia Hut

This is a standard 12-bunk hut in the Tauranga area.

Waitawheta hut kitchen.

Waitawheta Hut

This is a serviced 26-bunk hut in the Tauranga area.

 
 
Maps

New Zealand topographic maps are available from DOC Visitor Centres

Information

Waitawheta Bush Tramway

Safety

Safety information

Always contact the nearest visitor centre for the latest information about facilities and conditions.

Contact
Tauranga Area Office
Phone:      +64 7 578 7677
Email:   taurangainfo@doc.govt.nz
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