Day 5: Waipapakauri to Ahipara
“Nature is one of the most under-utilised treasures in life. It has the power to unburden hearts and reconnect to that inner place of peace.” - Janice Anderson 14km. I…
Day 4: Hukatere Lodge to Waipapakauri
“Hiking side effects include sweating, euphoria and general awesomeness.” 17km. The camp is still shrouded in mist as I wake up in another campground where I’m the only camper. This…
Day 3: Maunganui Bluff to Hukatere Lodge
“Not all girls are made of sugar and spice, and everything nice. Some girls are made of adventure, fine beer, brains and no fear.” 30km. After a good night’s sleep…
Day 2: Twilight Beach to Maunganui Bluff
“Only those who will risk going too far can possibly find out how far they can go.” 28km. I wake convinced there is a possum outside my tent. I lie…
Day 1: Cape Reinga to Twilight Beach
“One day. Or day one. You decide.” 12km. My host, Sarah, has arranged for her friend Brian to drive me up to Cape Reinga. I’m still stuffing items into my…