Saturday, March 20th, 2010
Here is a list of 3 outstanding single day trips for hikers. Thanks to http://elektronikutbildning.net/highpoint-track.php
Cape Brett track
This 16.3km route is within the Scenic Reserve Cape Brett in Bay of Islands on the east coast of North Island. Takes about 8 hours to complete the trail takes you on Maori land and through beautiful forests to dramatic views of the ocean. Walking along the top of the cliffs, you can watch the underwater world. We stay a jump in deep water cove offering you a rest before the steep road leading to the lighthouse.
As the road crosses private land, is paid a fee track maintenance needs. The Cape Brett Lighthouse Keeper houses were serviced DOC hut with 23 people and has mattresses and cooking facilities are to convert. The breathtaking view from the house is worth more than the house fee.
Herekino forest
On the north coast of New Zealand’s spectacular North Island is a course that requires an above average fitness to perform the following 15 km hike. The Herekino forest road is rugged, but beautiful and takes you through a mature podocarp forest, past several state giant Kauri for incredible views of the sea.
Herekino forest is home to many threatened and endangered species Kauri snail, North Island Brown Kiwi, and Long-tailed bat. The forest is a very important nature reserves in New Zealand because of the ecosystems and history. The diverse landscape makes the road on foot a joy.
With approx. Take 9 hours to argue this way is a challenge. You can search for accommodation in the area and ask to arrange, as shipments will be there and back in the morning.
Hauturu Highpoint Track
The Waimes Forest is a forest which has been fantastic on high cliffs, plants that do not occur elsewhere, and assumed that a relic from the Ice Age. In this forest walks are different, however, is High Point Hauturu track among them. Although it is only 3.3kms each way, it will be at least 5 hours to complete the hike. Through this site may be punished by a foot wide, and is not for those with less than average fitness.
The view from the top is totally awesome and well worth the effort. Starting the hike soon there are no tracks that you want in the declining light
Tags: Bay of Islands, Brown Kiwi, Cape Brett track, DOC, Hauturu Highpoint Track, Herekino forest, Kauri, Maori, North Island | Posted in Walks | 4 Comments »
