Motukawanui Island Track
WalkNorthland
- Grade
- Easy
- Walking time
- 1 hr 50 min
- Distance
- 3.5 km
- Dogs
- No dogs
Getting there
We have not checked a road end or car park for this place yet, so we do not give driving directions to it. Check how to get there before you go. Some routes cross private land and need the landowner's permission.
How to get there, on doc.govt.nzThe Cavalli Islands are located off Northland’s east Coast about 3 km northeast of Matauri Bay. Motukawanui can be accessed by boat. In good weather, you can also reach the island by kayak.
The Motukawanui Island track can be accessed from Wai-iti or Papatara bays on the southern coast or from the northern-most end of the Motukawanui Island.
Source: DOC Te Papa Atawhai.
Map
Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors. Topo map: LINZ, CC BY 4.0. 35.00147° S, 173.94365° E
About this place
Enjoy outstanding views of Mahinepua Peninsula, Matauri Bay and other forested islands of the Cavalli group from this walk along the ridge tops.
The route
From Wai-Iti Bay in the southwest of the island, the Motukawanui Island track rises to the main ridge, and then takes you along to the trig on the highpoint. The track follows the ridge tops and provides outstanding views of Mahinepua Peninsula, Matauri Bay and other forested islands of the Cavalli group.
Source: DOC Te Papa Atawhai.
Nearby stops
Motukawanui Hut
Serviced • 12 bunks • Northland • 0.8 km
Motukawanui Hut is a serviced platform-style bunk hut in Northland that sleeps 12 people. It is accessed by boat and serves as a base for visiting the Cavalli…
Mattresses • Toilets - non-flush • Water from tap - not treated, boil before use
Matauri Bay Holiday Park
Northland • 4 km
Matauri Bay Holiday Park is a campsite located in Northland. The provided data does not include specific details regarding available facilities or amenities.
Lonsdale Outdoor Education Park
Northland • 15.1 km
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Sources
- DOC Tracks (API) · CC BY 4.0Crown Copyright: Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai. Data sourced from the DOC Developer Portal (api.doc.govt.nz).