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.  If you would like to bring under 10 year olds you will need to book the whole accommodation (minimum 11 people).

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, we take bookings for two people online and via email for solo walkers. 

If we don’t have any other walkers book on the same day to bring the numbers over four we may discuss changing your dates.

Yes, we cater for gluten free, dairy free, vegetarian, pescatarian, vegan as well as coeliac and nut free.

We ask that all those with specific dietary requirements bring their own bread and milk alternative.

We cannot guarantee that there won’t be cross contamination, so if this is an issue, please call us to discuss.

We can cater for no beef or no pork for religious reasons. Please select the vegetarian option.

For other dietary requirements please call to discuss – if we can cater for you, we will. There will be a supplementary fee charged for dietary needs outside those listed above.

 

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.

Unfortunately we are unable to change the time of the shuttle as it is on a tight time schedule and we are often catering for other passengers.

We book single walkers via email so that we are able to accomodate your booking ensuring you have your own room.

We have a single supplement fee of $400 to have your own room, or you can choose to share a room.

We can book up to 14 people per booking. The accomodation sleeps 13 comfortably in single beds, but if you book for 14 then one person needs to sleep on a top bunk on the first night.

To secure the accomodation for your own group, you need a minimum of 11 people.

The accommodation is made up of twin single rooms and triple single rooms. 

Each night’s accommodation has two bathrooms which everyone shares.

If multiple groups are there on the same night, there will not be any sharing, all groups only share between their own group members.

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 One.

You are welcome to bring extra snacks for the evening which we can put in the fridge for you if necessary.

Yes, absolutely. We often have people who decide not to walk on the day or come as non-walkers. 

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 your deposit will not be refunded
30 – 0 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 or please email us.

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.

You can book the bikes right up to the day you arrive. If you arrive and decide you want to bike, you can book this directly with Hike and Bike Coromandel which is where you leave your car and meet the shuttle. You can also decide to cancel the bike when you arrive if you change your mind. You are also welcome to settle the bill for the bikes when you arrive in Colville.

Yes we have hairdryers in the accommodation.

Yes you can bring a small bag of drinks that we will put in the fridge for you in the accommodation so they are chilled for you when you arrive back from your walk. You can also bring extra snacks if you wish. 

You are unable to purchase drinks at Pahi.

You can order pre-packed lunches from Hereford’n’ a Pickle which is located in Colville. They also serve breakfast if you pre-book. You can contact them via Facebook or on 07 866 6937.

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