Ahuriri Estuary Walking Track

Track category

Walking track

Time:

1 hr

Distance:

2.8 km

Description

Ahuriri Estuary walking track. Photo: Pat Sheridan.
Ahuriri Estuary walking track

Follow the track and board walk across the estuary. This estuary supports an interdependent community of wading birds, fish, mud dwellers and aquatic plant life. The board-walk stretches out across the water for good viewing. Take your binoculars.

Getting there

Humber St, off Pandora Road, Napier

Activities

Bird and wildlife watching Bird and wildlife watching

Bird and wildlife watching

More than 70 species of resident and migratory birds feed and rest in the Ahuriri Estuary. Find out about the birds you might see in the Ahuriri Estuary bird guide.

Weather

NZ weather

Maps

New Zealand topographic maps are available from DOC Visitor Centres

Learn more

Track category definitions

Plan and prepare for your trip

Great Walks

Stop the spread of didymo
Check, Clean, Dry
all items before entering, and when moving between, waterways.

Safety

Follow the Outdoor Safety Code:
1. Plan your trip
2. Tell someone
3. Be aware of the weather
4. Know your limits
5. Take sufficient supplies

Safety alerts for Hawke's Bay tracks

Contacts

Hawke's Bay Regional Visitor Centre
Phone: +64 6 834 3111
Address: Conservation House
59 Marine Parade
Napier 4110
Email: hawkesbayvc@doc.govt.nz
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