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Welcome to Te Araroa, one of the world’s most diverse long distance trails, spanning the length of Aotearoa New Zealand.
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Every dollar makes a difference!
How our walker’s donations have improved the trail. All donations go directly to preserving and improving the trail. Here are some of the important projects walker donations have helped fund on Te Araroa this season: Trail Improvements Wooden “track rafts” were built...
National Volunteer Week 2025
It's National Volunteer Week and we want to say a huge thank you to you all! This National Volunteer Week, we’re taking a moment to celebrate the incredible people and communities that make Te Araroa more than just a trail. From Te Rerenga Wairua Cape Reinga to...
Te Araroa Statement – Tragic drowning in the Boyle River, Hurunui.
Te Araroa Trust has learned that Phelan McDade, the walker who died in the in the Boyle River on Wednesay 5 June, was walking Te Araroa. We are heartbroken to learn of this deeply tragic event. Our thoughts are with the family, friends, and all those affected by this...
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Donate to the trail
As a small charity, Te Araroa Trust receives donations from walkers and people like yourself to protect and improve Te Araroa. Our pledge is that every dollar donated is spent on the trail and in some cases specifically targeted
Volunteer
It’s the volunteers who keep the trail going. They are the heart and soul of Te Araroa. If you’re keen to help out check out this page and get in touch.
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