South Wairarapa Tramping Club
Banks Peninsular Track
4 SWTC members intended to do the Banks Peninsular 3 day tramp, but unfortunately, due to a broken leg, only 3 arrived in Akaroa. We met our 5 fellow trampers, all from Auckland, outside the Old Post Office, and were driven to our first night’s accommodation, at Onuku.
The BP Track is run by 5 farming families. Our main luggage and food was transported each day, while we tramped with smaller day packs carrying lunch and wet weather gear.
After a comfortable night’s sleep, we woke to a glorious day, with bellbirds singing. We had brilliant views up Akaroa Harbour, and out to the heads to open sea, as we climbed about 500m up through farmland. Over the top ridge, we descended on the seaward side, though a large bush reserve, which provided a good contrast to the farmland. When we arrived at Flea Bay (probably named for the little native fleas that live on the penguins) we were delighted to find cold drinks including beer in the fridge for purchase! … Continue Reading
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