Orapiu to Te Matuka Reserve via the rocks
09.45 - 13:00 • Saturday 28th March 2026 • 2628f

$25

  • 7

    Grade

  • 3 km

    Distance

  • Loop

  • 3 hrs

    Duration

You have 6 remaining ticket(s) for this year's festival.
Start
Orapiu wharf
Finish
Same as start
Overview
Shells, Shorebirds & (hopefully) Sunshine!
This walk is a treasure trove of natural wonders just waiting to be explored! As you wander along this unique stretch there’s plenty to see, but not much shade – so please bring a good sunhat. Whether you’re in it the rocky coastal shoreline, or a unique challenging rock walk, this outing is a real treat.
At the very kind permission of Cyril (local landowner) we’ll settle afterwards for lawn games inc  croquet.  Be welcomed and enjoy the art sculptures and just chill with locals.  Keep your eyes peeled for the ever-charming dotterels darting about, so bring your binoculars for a closer look at these delightful little birds and a BYO picnic to enjoy here too!
This walk is graded 7 out of 10. This means the route is mostly unformed and is tricky underfoot with prolonged steep hills – but well worth the effort. Please choose walks you are comfortable with and if you are booking for others, check with them too. Thanks.
Price includes a $25 premium walk fee. Please arrive well-hydrated with a large bottle of water to drink en-route and wear closed-in and robust footwear. Dehydration can seriously impact your health and enjoyment, particularly in hot and sunny conditions.

 

Walk Features
  • Loop

    Walk

  • Self

    Drive

  • Parking

    Available

  • Private

    Land

  • No

    Dogs

  • Walk

    &

    Talk

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