TE ARAROA
&
LONG-DISTANCE HIKING WEEKEND
A meet up for TA walkers & long-distance hikers
6 – 8 September 2024
How was your trip?
The most frequently asked question when you get back from your travels, but also a question that is pretty hard to answer, because where do you start when…
… you travelled for a long time, maybe a couple of weeks or even months.
… you travelled to remote places that are less familiar and unknown.
… you travelled in a way that is not as common, since you went by foot.
And those ‘uncommon’ travels are the ones that creates the most memorable memories. Memories that are great to share, to talk about and accompanied by the most beautiful pictures. That’s why we organise a camping weekend for long-distance hiking lovers, with a special focus on Te Araroa. Te Araroa (or TA) is a long distance trail that covers more than 3000 km through the length of New Zealand. A ‘thru-hike’ that is known to be one of the most spectacular trails in the world.
So pack your pack and let’s talk, share, inspire and keep the memories alive!
Don’t forget your ramen noodles or overnight oats 😉
What to expect?
A meet up between TA walkers and everyone who is interested in long-distance hiking, both TA and other long-distance trails.
A workshop were we talk about expectations, preparations and other important subjects to help you to prepare for your TA-adventure or other long-distance hiking trips.
A memory lane with photos and stories from fellow hikers to inspire you to go on a new adventure!
A relaxed weekend on our Natural Campsite with swimming pond, tipi tent, yoga platform, outside shower and other eco-facilities like a compositing toilet. We promise: it’s (one of) the best composting toilet you’ve encountered so far 😉
*** The spoken language will be English and Dutch, depending on the participants’ origins ***
What’s included?
Two nights of camping with your own (trekking)tent. It is possible to come with a caravan or camper (max. 6m), but we encourage you to take your little tent to create the real ‘hiking-vibe’ 🙂
Workshop to prepare your long-distance hiking adventure, with focus on Te Araroa.
A diner around the campfire with vegetables from our organic garden. The perfect place to meet, inspire and talk to other long-distance hikers.
Homemade breakfast – vega(n) – optional on both days.
Yoga session in the morning – optional.
What are the costs?
The costs are € 45,- per person.
If you would like to enjoy home made breakfast we ask € 9,- per day (optional).
Wanna join a morning yoga session? For € 15,- you start the day smooth and relaxed (optional).
About us
We, Teun and Inge, are passionate about long-distance hiking. After a few long distance hikes in Europe and dreaming of Te Araroa for years, we decided to go to New Zealand to walk the trail in 2023-2024. Being on the trail for months, walking through the most remote places and encountering so many challenges, it truly become one of the biggest adventure of our life. That’s why we decided to organise a meet-up weekend where we meet other hiking lovers to share, meet and inspire each other!
How can I join?
Please fill in the form below and we will see you in the 6th of September!