FAQ'S

FAQ's

Yes, children are permitted to do the walk. They will need to be fit and have a bit of grit to complete the minimum of 26km in trails. We wouldn’t recommend under 10’s doing the walk, but feel free to call to discuss.

You will need to be of average walking fitness. There is plenty of time to complete each day’s walk, so with plenty of breaks and slow walking most people will comfortably manage the walks. We offer various options of length and gradient so you can choose the right option for you. Our longest and steepest walk options offer a higher level of difficulty for our walkers looking for more of a challenge.

You won’t be sharing a room with anyone outside of your booking group.
Yes, of course. Either pick a date which already has bookings or take your chances that someone else will book that same date to bring numbers up to four. If no one has booked three weeks prior to your arrival date, we will phone you to discuss options. They will most likely be to change your date or organise alternative shuttle options or a full refund (minus transaction fees).
Yes, we do cater for gluten and dairy free, as well as vegetarian. We cannot guarantee that there won’t be cross contamination, so if this is an issue, please call us to discuss. For other dietary requirements please call to discuss – if we can cater for you, we will. We ask that all those with specific dietary requirements bring their own bread and milk alternative.
Yes, absolutely. Right up until the night prior to arrival. We will need the correct details for when you arrive at the shuttle.
We ask that you bring one medium size bag per person plus a sleeping bag. Also, one chilly bag per couple is allowed.
Yes, we have a Vodafone mast on the farm, so you are never too far from good Vodafone coverage. You can get Spark in certain places. On Night 1 there is a weak Vodafone signal but no Spark, while on Night 2 there is 4G Vodafone. Spark can be found in certain spots.
We are dog lovers but unfortunately, we don’t allow dogs on the tracks.

We provide you with plenty of food for your stay starting with a substantial morning tea when you arrive in Port Jackson.  You will need a good size water bottle. You also need to bring lunch for Day 1.

Yes, absolutely.
Yes, you can. The price will not change if you choose not to take the shuttle. We recommend that those unfamiliar with the Port Jackson Road take the shuttle.
No, we are unable to provide a self-catering option.

Full refund minus $80 administration fee for cancellations made more than 60 days prior to arrival date.
60 – 30 days prior to arrival your deposit of $195 – $295 will not be refunded
0 – 30 days prior to arrival no refund will be given

We strongly suggest that you get domestic travel insurance.  Please make sure it covers injury or sickness.

We have a very pleasant micro-climate here in Port Jackson, making this a sought-after destination for year round North Island hikes. Annual temperatures range from 12 – 26 degrees Celsius. As you will be climbing to approximately 600 meters above sea level the temperatures could vary up high. We are predominantly dry with an average annual rainfall of 1200 mls. We recommend you bring clothes to suit all weather conditions.

We recommend that you stay in Coromandel Town or Colville.  There are numerous accommodation and dining options.   More information is provided when booking the walk.

Yes.  You will leave your car at Hiken Bike where you catch the shuttle.  They live on site so very secure.

Yes.  All water at the accommodation passes through an Infrared filter as well as 2 other filters.

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