ADVENTURE WITHOUT COMPROMISE

THREE DAYS, ENDLESS VIEWS, A WALK THAT FEEDS THE SOUL

Discover Kawakawa Station, a private coastal walk where wild landscapes, hearty food, and warm hospitality come together. From rugged coastlines to ancient bush, from starry nights to hot showers, this is walking the way it should be.

INFORMATION

Welcome to one of Wairarapa’s best-kept secrets: the Kawakawa Station Walk. Over three unforgettable days, you’ll wander through a landscape as varied as it is breathtaking, from rugged coastline and crystal-clear streams, through bush-clad valleys alive with birdsong, up into sweeping high country with views across the Cook Strait and beyond.

This is a walk that fills your lungs, clears your head, and feeds your soul. You’ll hear the hush of ancient bush, the cry of native birds, and the crash of the ocean, and by night, the crackle of a fire, whilst you marvel at the brilliance of the stars. We are located right in the heart of the Dark Sky Reserve, which means our night sky is among the best places in the world to view the never-ending star-filled skies above. Carry only a day pack while we take care of the rest: hot showers, home baking, fresh sheets and towels every day, hearty dinners and chilled drinks.

We’ve been offering this walk on our farm since 2019 and love nothing more than sharing it. People who come here rave about it, and it’s something we get a real kick out of. As one past walker put it: “The walk gave us more than views — it gave us time to slow down, reconnect, and recharge.”  

LUGGAGE

You walk light, we carry heavy. All your bags (and yes, your beverages) will be transported between huts each day, so all you need is a day pack with a drink bottle, lunch, warm layers, and any personal bits and pieces. 

The Wairarapa weather can be changeable —so pack accordingly. We’ll make sure your cold drinks (be it wine, beer or soft drinks) are waiting eagerly in the fridge at the end of the day.

See the full gear list here.

ACCOMMODATION

Each lodging has its own story, its own unique charm, and all the comforts you need after a day on the trail. Hot showers, flushing toilets, comfortable beds, fresh sheets and towels every day — it’s walking made easy, and without compromise.

From shearers’ quarters with sea views, and a cabin perched above the clouds, to a hut tucked amongst ancient bush and birdsong, every night offers something different. After dinner and a few yarns around the fire, you’ll be ready for a great night’s sleep before you set off on another day of adventure.

SEASON & PRICING 25/26

The Kawakawa Station Walk runs from 1 October – 30 April each year. Adults: $900 NZD per person. Children: $750 NZD per person. This is exceptional value, including all meals, three nights’ accommodation, luggage transport, and an adventure you’ll never forget! Want to be part of the adventure but not up for the full walk? No problem! We can transport you between lodges so you can still enjoy the scenery, food, and hospitality alongside your group. Perfect for intergenerational groups or anyone nursing an injury.