Sundews at Lake Ruapani, Ruapani Tarns
Image: Paul Cashmore | DOC

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Introduction

It will take you six hours of moderate to hard walking to complete the Ruapani Circuit. The track is accessed from the Waikareiti Track and passes through beautiful forest and seven wetlands.

Te Urewera is recognised in New Zealand law as a living person. Te Urewera is spoken for and governed by a board. Care for Te Urewera, including the tracks and facilities, is carried out by Te Uru Taumatua – Ngāi Tūhoe’s operational entity.

Walking and tramping

6 hr Advanced: Tramping track

Stay safe in the outdoors

  1. Choose the right trip for you. Learn about the route and make sure you have the skills for it.
  2. Understand the weather. Check weather forecasts
  3. Pack warm clothes and extra food. Check gear lists
  4. Share your plans and take ways to get help. Share directly or use the Outdoor Intentions form or Plan My Walk. Take a distress beacon. 
  5. Take care of yourself and each other.

Contacts

Te Urewera Visitor Centre
Phone +64 6 837 3900
Email teureweravc@ngaituhoe.iwi.nz
Address Te Kura Whenua
6249 Lake Road/SH38
Waikaremoana 4195
Te Urewera
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