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Kāpiti Coast: Escarpment Track Guided Hiking Tour, Coffee + Lunch

By Walkington
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$276 per adult
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Overview

We invite active travellers to step beyond the city and discover one of New Zealand’s most spectacular coastal walks - the Escarpment Track, part of the iconic Te Araroa Trail.

This guided experience allows you to set your own pace along this dramatic ridgeline on the Kāpiti Coast, with sweeping views of Kāpiti Island, before unwinding in a charming coastal village. Pause for an ice cream (included), dip your toes in the ocean, and then begin your return to Wellington, relaxing in the comfort of the coastal train.

See Wellington from a different perspective – beyond the bustle of the city. Discover a trail of sweeping views and local charm. The perfect escape for those seeking adventure, discovery, and seamless organisation.

Activity location
  • Pukerua Bay Station
    • 5026, Porirua, Wellington Region, New Zealand
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • Wellington Railway Station
    • 2 Bunny Street
    • 6011, Wellington, Wellington Region, New Zealand

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Guided Walk
  • Activity duration is 7 hours7h
    7h
  • English

Duration: 7 hours: As a guide:
1 hour - Outward journey
3-4 hour - Hike
Time in coastal village
1 hour - Return Journey
Water, Refreshments & Picnic: Coffee and bottled water will be provided along with hearty menu of snacks/lunch/ice cream
Pukerua Bay to Paekākāriki : We will hike the track from South to North.
Guide: We will bring the Escarpment Track to life with stories of Aotearoa New Zealand’s history, culture, and conservation.

Language options: English
Starting time: 9:00 AM
Price details
AU$275.90 x 2 AdultsAU$551.80
Total
Price is AU$551.80
Until Thu, 12 Mar

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    We will take the coastal train to the start of the trailhead and return to the city from Paekakariki at the end of your hike.
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Donation to Te Araroa Trail Trust
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Sun cream Offered
  • What's includedWhat's included
    No bottle, no stress - we will make sure you’ve got plenty of water for hydration along your hike.
  • What's includedWhat's included
    We will provide you with a picnic lunch packed with mouth-watering treats from fresh local produce to indulgent bites, the perfect fuel for your adventure!
  • What's includedWhat's included
    We will provide you with 'morning tea' made from the regions finest ingredients to fuel up before your walk whilst taking in the view.
  • What's includedWhat's included
    We will grab a famous Wellington coffee to enjoy on our train ride out to the trailhead at Pukerua Bay (approx 1 hour).

Know before you book

  • Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Activity itinerary

For our Kāpiti Coast hiking tour, your local guide will meet you at the railway station to take the train (approx 45 mins) to the start of the trailhead on the Kāpiti Coast - collecting a famous Wellington coffee before we board. We will provide you with plenty of water, snacks, a picnic lunch and of course plenty of sun cream. Your hike follows the Escarpment Track – part of the legendary Te Araroa Trail. The walk is 10km, reaching 220m above sea level in places and takes around 3 hours, depending on fitness and pace! This hike is not for the faint-hearted, climbing 1200 steps along the route. Soak up stunning views of the Kāpiti Coast and Kāpiti Island, with time for a classic kiwi morning tea, lunch and the chance to take plenty of amazing photos. Your local guide will bring the track to life with stories of Aotearoa New Zealand’s history and culture, and the region’s conservation efforts. Your walk finishes in a charming coastal village, where an ice cream awaits and maybe even a dip in the ocean. We will return via the coastal train service, where you can retrace your steps on the ridgeline above, knowing you conquered the Stairway to Heaven! ©WellingtonNZ

Location

Activity location
  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIES
    Pukerua Bay Station
    • 5026, Porirua, Wellington Region, New Zealand
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Wellington Railway Station
    • 2 Bunny Street
    • 6011, Wellington, Wellington Region, New Zealand

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