Manukau Tramping Club

Upcoming trips

Let's go tramping

If you are new to our tramps, you are welcome.

If you are not Club member, it is a requirement that you contact the trip leader beforehand. Don’t be offended if they ask some simple questions about your physical fitness and experience. People new to the club and tramping are usually asked to do several easier tramps of shorter duration before becoming members.

Where to meet up

Unless stated otherwise, meet at Ray Small carpark (next to the Papakura Skatepark), Elliot Street, Papakura.

For northbound trips, often we have a meeting point at the Recreation Ground carpark, Great South Road, (near 295 Great South Road), Papatoetoe. The meeting time at Papatoetoe will be 20 minutes later than the Papakura meet-up time.

What will it cost?

Trip transport is mainly by carpooling, with car fares currently set at 15 cents/km per person. The cost will be in the trip plan below.

Sometimes we hire a rental van. Per person costs for that will be communicated to participants.

How are trips graded?

For guidelines on this, go to our Information for day trips page.

Sunday 4th October 2026

Clifton Peninsula Loop, Whitford

Terrain Difficulty	Easy	Expected Duration	3-4 hours
Terrain Difficulty	Easy	Expected Duration	3-4 hours
Terrain Difficulty	Easy	Expected Duration	3-4 hours
Terrain Difficulty	Easy
Expected Duration	3-4 hours
Leader(s)	Claire Olsen - Phone: 021 493 354
Departs	8.30am at Ray Small carpark, Elliot Street, Papakura. Or meet leader 9.00am at Porterfield Road carpark (off Clifton Road), Whitford.
Fare	$8
Description	This is a 10km loop walk of the Clifton Road Peninsula and starts from the Porterfield Road carpark and takes you alongside the Porterfield Esplanade, the Turanga Creek Estuary, and also the Potts Road Esplanade. It's a nice walk with splendid water views, huge trees, farmland, majestic houses, and plentiful birdlife.

Description
This is a 10km loop walk of the Clifton Road Peninsula and starts from the Porterfield Road carpark and takes you alongside the Porterfield Esplanade, the Turanga Creek Estuary, and also the Potts Road Esplanade. It's a nice walk with splendid water views, huge trees, farmland, majestic houses, and plentiful birdlife.

Tuesday 6th October 2026

Hakarimata Range Northern Section, Huntly

Terrain Difficulty	Intermediate	Expected Duration	4-5 hours
Terrain Difficulty	Intermediate	Expected Duration	4-5 hours
Terrain Difficulty	Intermediate	Expected Duration	4-5 hours
Terrain Difficulty	Intermediate
Expected Duration	4-5 hours
Leader(s)	Robyn Hunter - Phone: 021 063 6131
Departs	Ray Small carpark, Elliot Street, Papakura at 8.00am.
Fare	$18
Description	Starting at Parker Road, Huntly this is a return walk to the Southern Lookout where there are excellent views south across Hamilton. Track is undulating and can be rough in places. We will do a detour to take in the Kauri Loop Track.

Description
Starting at Parker Road, Huntly this is a return walk to the Southern Lookout where there are excellent views south across Hamilton. Track is undulating and can be rough in places. We will do a detour to take in the Kauri Loop Track.

Friday 9th October 2026

Whirinaki Forest Loop weekend trip - Friday 9 - Sunday 11 October

Terrain Difficulty	Intermediate	Expected Duration	Multi-day
Terrain Difficulty	Intermediate	Expected Duration	Multi-day
Terrain Difficulty	Intermediate	Expected Duration	Multi-day
Terrain Difficulty	Intermediate
Expected Duration	Multi-day
Leader(s)	Steve Anderton - Phone: 027 268 5492 txt is best
Departs	Friday 8am, as arranged with leader. Returns Sunday evening.
Fare	$78 plus $70 shuttle at Whirinaki.
Description	The trip starts in the Okahu Valley and finishes at the Whirinaki River Road carpark. Tracks are benched and graded although the maintenance is a bit lacking. DOC Brochure - Tracks and Walks in Whirinaki Self-catered. Two standard hut tickets required. Approximately 35kms. For more details and to register, refer to advertisement in Ngatira.

Description
The trip starts in the Okahu Valley and finishes at the Whirinaki River Road carpark. Tracks are benched and graded although the maintenance is a bit lacking. DOC Brochure - Tracks and Walks in Whirinaki Self-catered. Two standard hut tickets required. Approximately 35kms. For more details and to register, refer to advertisement in Ngatira.

Description

The trip starts in the Okahu Valley and finishes at the Whirinaki River Road carpark. Tracks are benched and graded although the maintenance is a bit lacking.

DOC Brochure - Tracks and Walks in Whirinaki

Self-catered. Two standard hut tickets required. Approximately 35kms.

For more details and to register, refer to advertisement in Ngatira.

Tuesday 13th October 2026

Mt William Walkway

Terrain Difficulty	Intermediate	Expected Duration	3-4 hours
Terrain Difficulty	Intermediate	Expected Duration	3-4 hours
Terrain Difficulty	Intermediate	Expected Duration	3-4 hours
Terrain Difficulty	Intermediate
Expected Duration	3-4 hours
Leader(s)	Robyn Hunter - Phone: 021 063 6131
Departs	Ray Small carpark, Elliot Street, Papakura at 8.30am.
Fare	$8
Description	From the McMillan Rd end, the track climbs through the bush to the farmland and follows a farm fence line with markers to the Mt William Scenic Reserve and summit. Expansive views of West Coast and Firth of Thames. Return the same way. 9km.

Description
From the McMillan Rd end, the track climbs through the bush to the farmland and follows a farm fence line with markers to the Mt William Scenic Reserve and summit. Expansive views of West Coast and Firth of Thames. Return the same way. 9km.

Sunday 18th October 2026

Tanekaha Loop, Brynderwyns, Mangawhai

Terrain Difficulty	Intermediate	Expected Duration	3-4 hours
Terrain Difficulty	Intermediate	Expected Duration	3-4 hours
Terrain Difficulty	Intermediate	Expected Duration	3-4 hours
Terrain Difficulty	Intermediate
Expected Duration	3-4 hours
Leader(s)	Robert Scott - Phone: 09 533 5964 or 0274 591 592 Diane Treneman - Phone: 027 290 3631
Departs	8.00am Recreation Grounds carpark, Great South Road, Papatoetoe.
Fare	$35 (carpooling)
Description	This is a 9km loop walk on the southern side of the Brynderwyn Range near Mangawhai from King Road. The track follows a small stream, passing through a series of waterfalls, and the remains of a kauri dam before climbing out and up to the Brynderwyn Range crest which can be a grunt in places. From there we head eastward along the ridge, before descending down another arm of the track back to the carpark. Good footwear is essential as can be slippery in places, and bring your poles. If wet in the days beforehand the track is likely to be very muddy.

Description
This is a 9km loop walk on the southern side of the Brynderwyn Range near Mangawhai from King Road. The track follows a small stream, passing through a series of waterfalls, and the remains of a kauri dam before climbing out and up to the Brynderwyn Range crest which can be a grunt in places. From there we head eastward along the ridge, before descending down another arm of the track back to the carpark. Good footwear is essential as can be slippery in places, and bring your poles. If wet in the days beforehand the track is likely to be very muddy.

Description

This is a 9km loop walk on the southern side of the Brynderwyn Range near Mangawhai from King Road. The track follows a small stream, passing through a series of waterfalls, and the remains of a kauri dam before climbing out and up to the Brynderwyn Range crest which can be a grunt in places. From there we head eastward along the ridge, before descending down another arm of the track back to the carpark. Good footwear is essential as can be slippery in places, and bring your poles. If wet in the days beforehand the track is likely to be very muddy.

Tuesday 20th October 2026

Cossey Wairoa Track one way from Hunua Falls

Terrain Difficulty	Intermediate	Expected Duration	4-5 hours
Terrain Difficulty	Intermediate	Expected Duration	4-5 hours
Terrain Difficulty	Intermediate	Expected Duration	4-5 hours
Terrain Difficulty	Intermediate
Expected Duration	4-5 hours
Leader(s)	Olivia Fitzgerald - Phone: 021 907 289
Departs	Ray Small carpark, Elliot Street, Papakura at 8.00am.
Fare	$8
Description	Walk takes you from Hunua Falls up the Massey Track then onto the Wairoa – Cossey track. Join the Suspension Bridge track to head back to the car park. This walk involves a car shuffle so please advise leader if you are planning to attend. Leader will meet at Hunua Falls Car Park at 8.40am. 11.5km.

Description
Walk takes you from Hunua Falls up the Massey Track then onto the Wairoa – Cossey track. Join the Suspension Bridge track to head back to the car park. This walk involves a car shuffle so please advise leader if you are planning to attend. Leader will meet at Hunua Falls Car Park at 8.40am. 11.5km.

Description

Walk takes you from Hunua Falls up the Massey Track then onto the Wairoa – Cossey track. Join the Suspension Bridge track to head back to the car park. This walk involves a car shuffle so please advise leader if you are planning to attend.

Leader will meet at Hunua Falls Car Park at 8.40am. 11.5km.

Friday 23rd October 2026

Waikino / Mangakino – Labour weekend trip (Friday 23 – Monday 26 October)

Terrain Difficulty	Intermediate	Expected Duration	Multi-day
Terrain Difficulty	Intermediate	Expected Duration	Multi-day
Terrain Difficulty	Intermediate	Expected Duration	Multi-day
Terrain Difficulty	Intermediate
Expected Duration	Multi-day
Leader(s)	Judy Alderdice - Phone: 027 422 5024
Departs	As arranged with leader.
Fare	As arranged with leader.
Description	Day walks in Waikino / Mangakino area. Stay in Whakamaru. As arranged with leader. TRIP FULLY BOOKED.

Description
Day walks in Waikino / Mangakino area. Stay in Whakamaru. As arranged with leader. TRIP FULLY BOOKED.

Tuesday 27th October 2026

Onehunga to Otahuhu

Terrain Difficulty	Intermediate	Expected Duration	4-5 hours
Terrain Difficulty	Intermediate	Expected Duration	4-5 hours
Terrain Difficulty	Intermediate	Expected Duration	4-5 hours
Terrain Difficulty	Intermediate
Expected Duration	4-5 hours
Leader(s)	Peter Crane - Phone: 021 621 345
Departs	Papakura Train Station 8.09am train to Penrose then change to Onehunga West line to catch train to Onehunga.
Fare	AT HOP card
Description	Meet at Onehunga Train Station at 9.00am. Walk along the Manukau Harbour on cycle trails and some interesting spots where in the old times Aucklanders would go by tram and walk to the beach, before the harbour was clogged with mangroves. A bit of street walking to Otahuhu Railway Station via Hamlins Hill and Mt Richmond to catch the train home.

Description
Meet at Onehunga Train Station at 9.00am. Walk along the Manukau Harbour on cycle trails and some interesting spots where in the old times Aucklanders would go by tram and walk to the beach, before the harbour was clogged with mangroves. A bit of street walking to Otahuhu Railway Station via Hamlins Hill and Mt Richmond to catch the train home.

Sunday 1st November 2026

Shakespeare Regional Park

Terrain Difficulty	Easy	Expected Duration	3-4 hours
Terrain Difficulty	Easy	Expected Duration	3-4 hours
Terrain Difficulty	Easy	Expected Duration	3-4 hours
Terrain Difficulty	Easy
Expected Duration	3-4 hours
Leader(s)	Robyn Hunter - Phone: 021 063 6131
Departs	8am at Ray Small carpark, Elliot Street, Papakura. Or Papatoetoe Recreation Ground carpark, Great South Road, Papatoetoe at 8.30am.
Fare	$25
Description	From main carpark at Army Bay we will do a circuit of the park across farmland and regenerating native bush. Great views of the Auckland skyline and Hauraki Gulf. This is an open sanctuary with a pest proof fence so please ensure you check your gear for any potential pests before entering. Approximately 8.5kms.

Description
From main carpark at Army Bay we will do a circuit of the park across farmland and regenerating native bush. Great views of the Auckland skyline and Hauraki Gulf. This is an open sanctuary with a pest proof fence so please ensure you check your gear for any potential pests before entering. Approximately 8.5kms.

Description

From main carpark at Army Bay we will do a circuit of the park across farmland and regenerating native bush. Great views of the Auckland skyline and Hauraki Gulf.

This is an open sanctuary with a pest proof fence so please ensure you check your gear for any potential pests before entering. Approximately 8.5kms.

Tuesday 3rd November 2026

Waitakere Ranges Overnight Trip (Tuesday 3 - Thursday 5 November)

Terrain Difficulty	Advanced	Expected Duration	Multi-day
Terrain Difficulty	Advanced	Expected Duration	Multi-day
Terrain Difficulty	Advanced	Expected Duration	Multi-day
Terrain Difficulty	Advanced
Expected Duration	Multi-day
Leader(s)	Robyn Hunter - Phone: 021 063 6131
Departs	Ray Small carpark, Elliot Street, Papakura at 9.15am.
Fare	$25
Description	We will be staying in the Auckland Tramping Club hut for 2 nights to do several of the walks in the area. Booking must be made with the leaders and hut paid for. Refer to advertisement in Ngatira.

Description
We will be staying in the Auckland Tramping Club hut for 2 nights to do several of the walks in the area. Booking must be made with the leaders and hut paid for. Refer to advertisement in Ngatira.

Description

We will be staying in the Auckland Tramping Club hut for 2 nights to do several of the walks in the area.

Booking must be made with the leaders and hut paid for.

Refer to advertisement in Ngatira.

Sunday 8th November 2026

Mystery Trip - Port Waikato area (limited to 20)

Terrain Difficulty	Intermediate	Expected Duration	4-5 hours
Terrain Difficulty	Intermediate	Expected Duration	4-5 hours
Terrain Difficulty	Intermediate	Expected Duration	4-5 hours
Terrain Difficulty	Intermediate
Expected Duration	4-5 hours
Leader(s)	Meryl Finlayson - Phone: 09 235 1146 or phone/text 0274 239 724
Departs	Ray Small Drive car park, Elliot Street, Papakura at 8.15 a.m. to carpool or meet Leader at Tuakau at 8.45 a.m. on George Street by the Dr Lightbody Reserve Toilets.
Fare	$20 plus $2 donation.
Description	Mystery trip in Port Waikato area. Please refer to advertisement in Ngatira for details. Please contact leader by Saturday 30th October to confirm your place on the list.

Description
Mystery trip in Port Waikato area. Please refer to advertisement in Ngatira for details. Please contact leader by Saturday 30th October to confirm your place on the list.

Description

Mystery trip in Port Waikato area. Please refer to advertisement in Ngatira for details.

Please contact leader by Saturday 30th October to confirm your place on the list.