Shuttles & Transport
Transport into the Whirinaki Forest
We operate a fully licensed shuttle service to all the tramping & walking tracks (trails) and mountain biking tracks in the Whirinaki Forest. We will securely look after your vehicle while you are away tramping or biking and pick you up at a time that is arranged with you.
Most roads to the walking tracks are gravel roads and are in reasonable condition but occasionally they are quite rough with a lot a pot holes. Our shuttle van is equipped to handle most rough conditions.
Bringing a bike? We can accommodate up to twelve bikes on our trailer, and for larger groups we can arrange another vehicle.
All prices shown below include drop-off and pick-up, and are inclusive of bikes.
River Road
Whirinaki Te Pua-a-Tāne Conservation Park
River Road carpark is the main starting point to many walking tracks, which include Waiatiu Falls, Te Whaiti Nui A Toi Canyon, Whirinaki waterfall loop, Moerangi Track and the Whirinaki Loop just to name a few.
Prices for pickup at the following track ends
- River Road - $120 minimum for the first three people then $40 per person
- Okahu Road - $210 minimum for the first three people then $70 per person
- Plateau Road - $270 minimum for the first three people then $90 per person
- 20 minutes from Whirinaki Adventures
- Walking
Plateau Road
Whirinaki Te Pua-a-Tāne Conservation Park
Plateau Road End is a popular starting point for the Whirinaki Track and Upper Whirinaki Hut, Mangamate Hut.
Prices for pickup at the following track ends
- River Road - $270 minimum for the first three people then $90 per person
- Okahu Road - $300 minimum for the first three people then $100 per person
- Plateau Road - $360 minimum for the first three people then $120 per person
- 1 hour 15 minutes from Whirinaki Adventures
- Walking
Okahu Road
Whirinaki Te Pua-a-Tāne Conservation Park
Okahu Road End is the entrance for the Moerangi mountain bike loop, and access to Skips Hut, Rogers Hut and Mangakahika Hut.
Prices for pickup at the following track ends
- River Road - $210 minimum for the first three people then $70 per person
- Okahu Road - $300 minimum for the first three people then $100 per person
- 50 minutes from Whirinaki Adventures
- Walking
Pukahunui Road
Whirinaki Te Pua-a-Tāne Conservation Park
Pukahunui Road End is another access point for the Upper Te Hoe Hut and Central Te Hoe Hut.
Price for pickup at the following track end
- Pukahunui Road - $360 minimum for the first three people then $120 per person
- 1 hour 20 minutes from Whirinaki Adventures
- Walking
Mountain Biking the Moerangi Trail
Whirinaki Te Pua-a-Tāne Conservation Park
This mountain bike trail is remote and challenging, and at a grade 4 it’s not for the faint hearted. You can complete this 35 km trail within 6 to 8 hours depending on your experience and fitness level, or decide to do an overnight trip and stay at one of the historic huts along the way and take in the ancient native forest and rare native birdlife.
Drop off is approximately 45 minutes drive from Whirinaki Adventures, and pick up takes 20 minutes, so make sure you plan your day with this in mind.
Here’s a few things to remember before you plan your trip.
- Take sufficient food and water
- First Aid kit
- Spare parts/tool kit
- Warm clothes
- Always check the weather forecast
We have a personal locator beacon (PLB) for hire for a little peace of mind – $20 per one day, then $10 per day thereafter.
- $210 minimum for the first three people then $70 per person
- 45 minutes from Whirinaki Adventures
- Walking
- Mountain Biking
- We can drop you at other forest entrances on request. Contact us for pricing.
- Coming as a large group? Contact us to enquire about our group discounts.
- Consider hiring a personal locator beacon (PLB) for peace of mind - $20 per one day, then $10 per day thereafter.
Don’t forget you can stay with us as well. We can accommodate up to 18 guests in our three fully self-contained lodges. All of our lodges have fully equipped kitchen and dining areas, or we can provide the meals for you.
There is plenty of outdoor space for tents and campervans, although pre-booking is a must for these services.
