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The Rakiura Track is one of New Zealand's
Great Walks. The loop track traverses country
with a rich diversity of trees, ferns, and
perching orchids. Along the way visit many
historical sites with the chance to see
a variety of sea and forest birds. The circuit
follows the coast, climbs over a 300 metre
high forested ridge, and skirts the sheltered
shores of Paterson Inlet.
Day 1: Invercargill, Halfmoon Bay
Fly from Invercargill to Halfmoon Bay. Take
a short stroll for a splendid array of
native bird life then meet your guide
for a home cooked dinner in a local "crib".
Day 2 : Halfmoon Bay, Port William Hut
Walk 5 hours / 12 km
Pass through the chain link official entrance
to Rakiura National Park then walk around
Lee Bay and Maori Beach to Port William
Hut.
Day 3 : Port William Hut, North Arm Hut
Walk 6 hours / 12 km
Climb to the summit ridge through a sequence
of rimu, kamahi and rata forests. The lookout
tower provides expansive views of Paterson
Inlet and beyond to the Tin Range. Descend
to the North Arm hut sited on the shore
of the inlet.
Day 4 : North Arm Hut to Halfmoon Bay
Walk 5 hours / 12 km
Walk around the shores of Paterson Inlet
emerging at the sheltered bays of Kidney
Fern Arm and Kaipipi Bay. Follow the former
Kaipipi Road back to Halfmoon Bay. Fly to
Invercargill.
Many people choose the option to stay an extra
night at Halfmoon Bay to enjoy some of the
short local walks, visit Ulva Island, sea
kayak in Paterson Inlet or browse the local
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