Manakau Heads - Coastal
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Greetings Everyone - Join us on Sunday as we walk along the coastline to the Manukau Heads and onto Wattle Bay.
🟡 Some words to Inspire you:
This Sunday’s hike begins at Hamilton’s Gap, tracing the wild west coast of the Awhitu Peninsula. We walk north along firm black sand beneath dramatic white sandstone cliffs, timing our start two hours before a midday low tide to avoid the surf’s reach.
As we round Manukau South Head, striking rock formations emerge, and across the harbour mouth, Whatipu and the Waitākere Ranges beckon. The route is mostly easy, with steady footing on sand and rocky shelves.
A final short scramble over Taratara Point—also known as Cake Island—adds a touch of adventure before we finish at Wattle Bay, satisfied and windswept.
Duration: About 3.5 - 4.5 hours hike including stops.
Distance: Approx 14-16 km.
Difficulty: 3.0 on our 1-5 scale for day hikes.
Cost for Car Poolers: $25 - Please pay the driver cash at Freemans Bay, otherwise you may not be able to come.
Toilets: Use the cafe.
Low Tide: 13:09 - 0.62 meters.
🟡 How the Grading Works:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/17iZoaM7SFaQcuyBF-AecNY8YBZeUpdxIvUmqpPfv1wo/edit?usp=drivesdk
🟡 Post-Hike Gathering (Optional):
After our adventure, you're welcome to join us for some well-deserved relaxation and camaraderie at The Kentish
🟡 PLEASE: No smoking, animals, children or guests.
🟡 First Timers & Regulars:
We extend a warm welcome to newcomers, and we kindly request a $5 donation to support our website and enhance the safety of our group.
You can also pay directly to our bank account
12-3430-0791504-00 - many thanks.
🟡 Important Notes:
Swimming is not recommended - Dangerous Beach
Walking along the coast will require some climbing over rocks, cars must be taken. Consider poles if not too stable on your feet.
🟡 Health and Safety Information:
All Auckland Global Trekkers organisers work on a strictly voluntary basis and hold NO responsibility or liability for any injury, or loss suffered during the events organised.
Each person who participates accepts responsibility for making their own determinations and for their own safety, conduct and well being; recognising that there are hazards in attending group and outdoor activities and agrees to participate solely at their own risk.
🟡 Preparation is the key to having a good day:
Check the weather
Do you have the correct clothing and shoes?.
Do you know where the meeting places are?
🟡 Meeting Places:
NISHIKI FREEMANS BAY - 100 Wellington Street
Mugs & Muffins Cafe - 26/30 Constable Road, Waiuku
Hamilton's Gap - 238 West Coast Road, Āwhitu
Wattle Bay - 18 Dodd Road, Manukau Heads
The Kentish - 5 Queen Street, Waiuku
🟡 Carpooling:
Carpooling will be arranged for everyone meeting at New World. Best efforts, no guarantees.
Just ANSWER the RSVP question.
🟡 Time Guideline:
08:00 - Good Time to meet at NISHIKI FREEMANS BAY
08:15 - Car Pooling organised and leave
09:15 - All arrive at Mugs and Muffins (Coffee & Toilets)
09:45 - Leave cafe
10:15 - Drop off passengers
Cars drive to Wattle Bay and carpool back to start of hike
11:00 - Introductions
and start the trek.
13:09 - Low Tide
15:00 - Finish (Approx) Organise car shuttle to pickup cars.
16:00 - 17:00 - The Kentish - (Optional)
18:00 - Arrive back at CBD
🟡 Maps and More Information:
https://maps.app.goo.gl/e9J19ddPT4aoX2fu5
https://www.nstc.org.nz/event-6320048
🟡 Walk Description & Directions:
On this Easy/Medium trek we start from Hamilton's Gap on the west coast of the Awhitu Peninsula and walk north on a black sand beach beneath towering white sandstone cliffs. The surf breaks near the base of the cliffs at high tide but we avoid this by starting two hours before a midday low tide.
Rounding Manukau South Head we will see some interesting rock outcrops and look across the harbour entrance to beautiful Whatipu and the southern Waitakere Ranges.
Straightforward walking on firm sand and rocky shore platforms, with a final short interesting scramble over the promontory of Taratara Point/Cake Island before arriving at Wattle Bay. Car pooling organised to pickup cars at Hamilton's Gap.
🟡 Capture the Moment:
Share your best photos of the day to have a chance to be featured on our Instagram Account.
🟡 What to Bring:
Appropriate clothing for the weather conditions.
Comfortable shoes suitable for a variety of terrains.
Sun protection and emergency rain gear.
Personal first-aid items
🟡 Additional Notes:
Safety and togetherness are our priorities. We will make stops at all track junctions to ensure the group stays together.
Punctuality is key, and we will depart on time, so please be prompt.
We can't wait to go trekking with you on Sunday - Chris and the Team.
www.aucklandglobaltrekkers.co.nz
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Manakau Heads - Coastal
Location only visible to confirmed attendees
Hosts
About
Greetings Everyone - Join us on Sunday as we walk along the coastline to the Manukau Heads and onto Wattle Bay.
🟡 Some words to Inspire you:
This Sunday’s hike begins at Hamilton’s Gap, tracing the wild west coast of the Awhitu Peninsula. We walk north along firm black sand beneath dramatic white sandstone cliffs, timing our start two hours before a midday low tide to avoid the surf’s reach.
As we round Manukau South Head, striking rock formations emerge, and across the harbour mouth, Whatipu and the Waitākere Ranges beckon. The route is mostly easy, with steady footing on sand and rocky shelves.
A final short scramble over Taratara Point—also known as Cake Island—adds a touch of adventure before we finish at Wattle Bay, satisfied and windswept.
Duration: About 3.5 - 4.5 hours hike including stops.
Distance: Approx 14-16 km.
Difficulty: 3.0 on our 1-5 scale for day hikes.
Cost for Car Poolers: $25 - Please pay the driver cash at Freemans Bay, otherwise you may not be able to come.
Toilets: Use the cafe.
Low Tide: 13:09 - 0.62 meters.
🟡 How the Grading Works:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/17iZoaM7SFaQcuyBF-AecNY8YBZeUpdxIvUmqpPfv1wo/edit?usp=drivesdk
🟡 Post-Hike Gathering (Optional):
After our adventure, you're welcome to join us for some well-deserved relaxation and camaraderie at The Kentish
🟡 PLEASE: No smoking, animals, children or guests.
🟡 First Timers & Regulars:
We extend a warm welcome to newcomers, and we kindly request a $5 donation to support our website and enhance the safety of our group.
You can also pay directly to our bank account
12-3430-0791504-00 - many thanks.
🟡 Important Notes:
Swimming is not recommended - Dangerous Beach
Walking along the coast will require some climbing over rocks, cars must be taken. Consider poles if not too stable on your feet.
🟡 Health and Safety Information:
All Auckland Global Trekkers organisers work on a strictly voluntary basis and hold NO responsibility or liability for any injury, or loss suffered during the events organised.
Each person who participates accepts responsibility for making their own determinations and for their own safety, conduct and well being; recognising that there are hazards in attending group and outdoor activities and agrees to participate solely at their own risk.
🟡 Preparation is the key to having a good day:
Check the weather
Do you have the correct clothing and shoes?.
Do you know where the meeting places are?
🟡 Meeting Places:
NISHIKI FREEMANS BAY - 100 Wellington Street
Mugs & Muffins Cafe - 26/30 Constable Road, Waiuku
Hamilton's Gap - 238 West Coast Road, Āwhitu
Wattle Bay - 18 Dodd Road, Manukau Heads
The Kentish - 5 Queen Street, Waiuku
🟡 Carpooling:
Carpooling will be arranged for everyone meeting at New World. Best efforts, no guarantees.
Just ANSWER the RSVP question.
🟡 Time Guideline:
08:00 - Good Time to meet at NISHIKI FREEMANS BAY
08:15 - Car Pooling organised and leave
09:15 - All arrive at Mugs and Muffins (Coffee & Toilets)
09:45 - Leave cafe
10:15 - Drop off passengers
Cars drive to Wattle Bay and carpool back to start of hike
11:00 - Introductions
and start the trek.
13:09 - Low Tide
15:00 - Finish (Approx) Organise car shuttle to pickup cars.
16:00 - 17:00 - The Kentish - (Optional)
18:00 - Arrive back at CBD
🟡 Maps and More Information:
https://maps.app.goo.gl/e9J19ddPT4aoX2fu5
https://www.nstc.org.nz/event-6320048
🟡 Walk Description & Directions:
On this Easy/Medium trek we start from Hamilton's Gap on the west coast of the Awhitu Peninsula and walk north on a black sand beach beneath towering white sandstone cliffs. The surf breaks near the base of the cliffs at high tide but we avoid this by starting two hours before a midday low tide.
Rounding Manukau South Head we will see some interesting rock outcrops and look across the harbour entrance to beautiful Whatipu and the southern Waitakere Ranges.
Straightforward walking on firm sand and rocky shore platforms, with a final short interesting scramble over the promontory of Taratara Point/Cake Island before arriving at Wattle Bay. Car pooling organised to pickup cars at Hamilton's Gap.
🟡 Capture the Moment:
Share your best photos of the day to have a chance to be featured on our Instagram Account.
🟡 What to Bring:
Appropriate clothing for the weather conditions.
Comfortable shoes suitable for a variety of terrains.
Sun protection and emergency rain gear.
Personal first-aid items
🟡 Additional Notes:
Safety and togetherness are our priorities. We will make stops at all track junctions to ensure the group stays together.
Punctuality is key, and we will depart on time, so please be prompt.
We can't wait to go trekking with you on Sunday - Chris and the Team.
www.aucklandglobaltrekkers.co.nz
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