How much does it cost to walk Te Araroa Trail?

April 2023

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April 2023

Matt Gordon spent $16,000 walking Te Araroa but says he didn’t make any effort to keep costs down
Even though you’re using your legs for transport and staying in hut and tents for much of the journey, walking Te Araroa can cost five figures. Ask anyone how much it costs to walk the length of New Zealand and you’ll likely get the answer ‘how long’s a piece of string?’. While it’s true everyone […]
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