Track Grade: Walking Track
Duration of Event: 6 – 6.5 hours
BOOKINGS CLOSE 5pm Friday 7 March 2025
Nested between the Manawatu and Tararua mountain ranges and home to an array of native birds and trees, the 11.2km Te Apiti – Manawatu Gorge Track walk is a must-do in Manawatu. The walk this year starts from the Ballance and ends at the Ashhurst end.
The longest of all the Gorge tracks, the walk is spiritually and physically rewarding, providing you with an opportunity to enjoy native bush, scenic views and wildlife only a short distance from Palmerston North.
Taking you high above the river and Gorge you will walk through a unique landscape of steep greywacke ranges covered in towering trees and thick bush. Guided by Dan Tuohy from DOC you will see an interesting array of native plants including tawa and podocarp, as well as nikau palms.
Along the route there are five viewpoints allowing you to tower above the trees and glimpse the beauty of the gorge from above. From the river, to the railway, the reserves, and Manawatu’s iconic wind farms on the Tararua and Ruahine Ranges, you’ll be able to see all Te Apiti has to offer.
Please ensure you have good fitness, wear appropriate walking footwear, (not jandals), bring warm clothing, and pack plenty of adequate drink and food.
Date: Sunday 9 March 2025, 8.00am
Distance: 11.2km
Walking Time: 4 – 6 hours
Cost: $35
Depart: Bus departs Te Manawa Museum of Art, Science and History, 326 Main Street, Palmerston North at 9am and returns to the city later in the afternoon.
Limited to 25 people, book now to avoid disappointment.
BOOKINGS ARE ESSENTIAL – no ticket sales on the day.
Bookings close 8am March 7 2025
Bookings can also be made at any venue Eventfinda tickets are sold, The $3.00 per ticket booking fee is incorporated in the price.
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