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Tag: Te Araroa Thru Hike

TA Day 15: It’s Just a Road Walk

On November 10, 2026 By Sarahmarie Specht-BirdIn Hiking, Te Araroa, Thru-HikeLeave a comment

3 November 2026 Nikau Bay Eco Camp to Treasure Island Holiday Park 16 mi/25.9 km I am so loathe to leave this wonderful camp this morning that, despite getting up before 6, I’m still not ready to go when it’s just before 8 and Ben and Sam are standing around chatting to James while I …

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TA Day 14: Down the Road and Across the Bay

On November 10, 2026 By Sarahmarie Specht-BirdIn Hiking, Te Araroa, Thru-HikeLeave a comment

2 November 2026 Whananaki to Nikau Bay Eco Camp 16.5 mi/27 km This is the first morning of changes in the group. For one, Joel is taking a zero day to rest his feet. Also, Izzy and Hannah are headed on a side quest to Tutukaka to dive at the Poor Knights, an area off …

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TA Day 13: Road with a Side of Real Trail

On November 10, 2026 By Sarahmarie Specht-BirdIn Backpacking, Hiking, Te Araroa, Thru-HikeLeave a comment

1 November 2026 The Farm to Whananaki 25 mi/40.5km Today is long, so the morning is early. I don’t really mind early mornings when there’s an indoor space and a place for me to pack up my bag though, and today has both. Hot coffee in a comfy place, bag packed on a porch and …

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  • TA Day 15: It’s Just a Road Walk November 10, 2026
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