Plan Your Walk
Planning your Te Araroa walk? Everything you need is here, from your first decisions through to the day you set off. Start with the essentials below, register for your Te Araroa Pass, and use the trail notes, maps and live alerts to stay on track.
Before you go
Start HereHow to approach Te Araroa, what to expect, and how to get started.Register & PassesRegister for your Te Araroa Pass and unlock trail updates and benefits.LogisticsDirection, timing, resupply, gear and everything you need to plan.Trail HubPlanning resources and how-to guides from experienced walkers.
On the trail
Notes & MapsDetailed trail notes for every section, plus downloadable maps.The Trail AppThe official navigation app: notes, offline maps and live alerts.Trail AlertsLive closures, hazards and warnings across the trail.SafetyEssential safety skills, gear and how to get help in an emergency.