Poukaria Campsite
Located in Whanganui National Park in the Manawatu/Whanganui region
Introduction
This is a boat-in only campsite on the Whanganui Journey. There is no drive on access.Access
- Boat
Landscape
- Rivers and lakes
Facilities
- Non-powered/tent sites
- Shelter for cooking
- Toilets - non-flush
- Water from tap - not treated, boil before use
Seasonal restrictions
In the Great Walks season (1 October 2021 – 30 April 2022)
- Bookings are required
Outside the Great Walks season (1 May 2021 – 30 September 2021)
- Bookings are not required - first come, first served
Dog access
In this remote setting, you will be able to look and listen for kereru, tui and fantail, while brown kiwi can often be heard at night. The forest is a mix of rata, rewarewa, rimu, tawa and kowhai trees.
Fees
In the Great Walks season (1 October 2021 – 30 April 2022)
- Adult (18 years and over): $20 per night
- Child (under 17 years): free but booking still required
Outside the Great Walks season (1 May 2021 – 30 September 2021)
- Adult (18 years and over): free
- Child (under 17 years): free
The DOC Campsite Pass cannot be used at this campsite.
Bookings
Booking required if staying between 1 October - 30 April as part of the Whanganui Journey.
You can only access this campsite from the Whanganui River.
Tracks to this campsite
Location
The campsite is situated 35.5 km downstream from Taumarunui.
NZTM2000 coordinates: E1783600, N5682000
Latitude: -38.99191318, Longitude: 175.1195009
- Boil, filter or treat water – water from tap is not treated.
- No cellphone coverage on the Whanganui River.
- Wasps are a known hazard and are particularly common from January until May. Carry antihistamines if you’re allergic to their stings.
Maximum 2 consecutive nights stay for Whanganui Journey river trip campers. You won’t be charged for staying an extra night at a campsite or hut due to high river levels – don’t canoe the river when water levels are predicted to rise or flooded.
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Contacts
| Whanganui Office | |
| Phone: | +64 6 349 2100 |
| Fax: | +64 4 471 1117 |
| Email: | whanganui@doc.govt.nz |
| Address: |
34-36 Taupo Quay Whanganui 4500 |
| Postal Address: |
Private Bag 3016 Whanganui 4540 |
| Full office details | |