Day 1: Totaranui to Awaroa Glamping

Water Taxi to Totaranui:

• Take a water taxi to Totaranui.
• On arrival at Totaranui walk up to the Department of Conservation office, continue past the office and head straight ahead along the tree-lined avenue (Image 1).
• Veer to the right following the signs to Ngarata Homestead (Image 2) and follow the road for about 1 km until you reach a gate (Image 3) and cross the grassy meadow for another 1 km before entering the bushline (Image 4).

Headlands Track (6.6 km Loop):

• At the junction, go straight and take the Headlands Track (Image 5). This trail showcases stunning sub-tropical native New Zealand plants. If you still have time walk the Pukatea Walk which has some great interpretation panels.
• Keep track of time to ensure you’re back at Totaranui Beach by 2:45 PM.

Anapai Beach (3.4 km return):

• Stay on the main track and wind your way through beautiful native bush, and down into the peaceful haven of Anapai Bay.
• Keep track of time to ensure you’re back at Totaranui Beach by 2:45 PM.

Water Taxi to Awaroa:

• Wait at the same spot on Totaranui Beach where you were dropped off for the 15-minute water taxi ride to Awaroa.

Arrive at Awaroa Beach:

• Once you arrive at Awaroa Beach, walk up the boardwalk to Awaroa Lodge.
• Upon reaching the lodge, turn right and follow the signs to the Awaroa Air Strip, a long grass runway for small planes.
• Walk towards the western end of the airstrip, where you’ll find signs for Awaroa Glamping—your destination for the night.

Day 2: Awaroa to Onetahuti & Kayaking

Awaroa to Onetahuti Beach:

• Start your day by walking back toward Awaroa Lodge, then take the Skywalk Track.
• This will lead you to the main track, and at the top of the saddle, enjoy the views before descending to Onetahuti Beach.
• Cross the bridge and walk the length of the beach.

Remote Marine Reserve Kayak trip:

• Your guide will meet you at the south end of Onetahuti Beach for your kayak trip.
• Your camping gear will be waiting for you at the end of the day at Anchorage.

Day 3: Unguided kayak Anchorage to Mārahau

• Leave your camping gear in the red bag at Anchorage beach by 9.15 AM.
• Spend the day kayaking unguided back to Mārahau, be back by 4:30 PM.