Omanawanui Track (Waitakere Ranges)

Greetings everyone,

On Sunday we will walk Omanawanui track, in Waitakere ranges..

The Omanawanui Track was closed for three years due to kauri dieback. During that time it was being lavishly upgraded with thousands of box steps, hundreds of metres of boardwalk and a new lookout. This and a good amount of other tracks in the Waitakere Ranges were closed, mostly due to kauri dieback, so when it reopened it received a mass welcome with hoards of people coming to discover or rediscover this gem of a walk.

Walk the first steps and the view has already started and continues for most of the way. There are a lot of steps, good thing the view is so good so that you can get away with admiring the view instead of admitting that you need a break. Photo opportunities are everywhere so make sure you bring the camera.

We will start our walk from Whatipu car park.
Hike duration: 5-6 hrs total time including stops
Difficulty: Moderate, grade 3.
Distance: Up to 15 km

Plan for the day: We will meet at Whatipu car park at 8.45 am to start the hike at 9 am.
Plan to have a lunch stop at one of the peaks around 12 ish.
We will return via the same track back by 3.30 pm.

What to bring: Snacks, lunch, 2 Lt water, first aid items, comfortable shoes and clothes to hike, sun block and sun hat.

If you require a ride I suggest $15. This must be paid in cash before the start of the hike.

Remember your safety is your responsibility,

See you on Sunday,

Kristina.