Raukawa Hut
Located in Catchpool Valley & Ōrongorongo Valley and Remutaka Forest Park in the Wellington/Kapiti region
Introduction
This is a serviced 14-bunk hut in the Wellington region. The hut is on the far side of the Orongorongo River, is locked and must be booked in advance to gain access.Highlights
This is a popular hut so book well in advance.
Facilities
- Cooking
- Heating
- Mattresses
- Toilets - non-flush
- Water from tap - not treated, boil before use
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Raukawa Hut Image: Wendy Newton | DOC
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Inside Raukawa Hut Image: Wendy Newton | DOC
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Raukawa Hut kitchen Image: Wendy Newton | DOC
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Raukawa Hut bunk room Image: Wendy Newton | DOC
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Raukawa Hut sleeping platform Image: Wendy Newton | DOC
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Inside Raukawa Hut Image: Wendy Newton | DOC
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Fire at Rauwaka Hut Image: Wendy Newton | DOC
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This hut is sole occupancy and locked – refer to your booking confirmation for how to obtain the access code.
Raukawa Hut is on a river terrace on the east side of the Orongorongo River - wet feet are part of the adventure. Check river levels before crossing.
Facilities provided:
- gas cooking, crockery, pots and cooking utensils
- wood heating with wet back for hot shower
- cold tap water
- flush toilet
You need to bring:
- candles or torches for lighting
- matches or lighter
- toilet paper
Fees
The fees are for up to 14 people.
- Weekdays: $135 per night
- Weekends* (Friday or Saturday): $160 per night
- Peak: (23 December – 16 January): $160 per night
*Weekend pricing only applies October – April.
Bookings
2021/2022 bookings
Bookings will open at 9:30 am on Friday 14 May 2021, for stays from 1 July 2021 to 30 June 2022.
Bookings are required all year.
A $10 service fee applies to all phone, email and in-person bookings.
If this hut isn't available at the time of booking, consider Coast Road Cabin at the entrance to the Catchpool Valley.
Raukawa Hut is a 2 hour walk via the Orongorongo Track.
Turere Bridge (end of Orongorongo Track) to Raukawa Hut
Time: 10 min
From the picnic area and toilet near the bridge, cross to the true left of the Orongorongo River following the markers. Walk downstream for about 250 m, passing the Tararua Tramping Club hut on the way. Raukawa Hut is clearly marked with alarge orange triangle, sign and can be seen in the bush from the river.
Tracks to this hut
Location
NZTopo50 map sheet: BQ32
Grid/NZTM2000 coordinates: E1765276, N5421186
Check the flow of the Ōrongorongo River before you go. Do not cross the river when it's in flood or there has been sustained rainfall in the area.
Contacts
| Kapiti Wellington Visitor Centre | |
| Phone: | +64 4 384 7770 |
| Fax: | +64 4 471 1117 |
| Email: | wellingtonvc@doc.govt.nz |
| Address: |
18 - 32 Manners Street Wellington 6011 |
| Postal Address: |
PO Box 10420 The Terrace Wellington 6143 |
| Full office details | |