Te Araroa Drop Points

Te Araroa – Drop Points

Posted on by Jak & Ve

Drop Points Interactive Map

We hope this map simplifies your understanding of where to send re-supply boxes. 
 
The drop points in the South Island are in remote locations with limited re-supply options. If you do not send a parcel to them you will be forced to hitch-hike away from the trail, costing you time and unexpected town expenses. 
 
Please note that you have to pay a small fee to the parcel holders when you pick up your box. Carry cash on you to be able to pay this fee.
 
However, for parcels sent to Boyle River – the holding fee must be paid online and advance.
 
Therefore, we will pay this on your behalf and invoice you after. 
 
MAKE SURE YOU PAY THIS INVOICE TO ENSURE YOUR PARCEL IS DELIVERED :-). 
 
Monitor your email, you will receive the invoice to pay within 24hours of placing your order.
 
*This only applies to parcels sent to Boyle River* – the holding fee is $25/35 depending on box size – see HERE. 
 
 

Te Araroa - Drop Points

Waikato

Taumaranui: Hikumutu Valley Lodge – 874 Hikumutu Road, RD2, Hikumutu, Taumarunui, 3992
Estimated delivery costs for parcels 5kg-8kg: around $20-30

 

Te Tau Ihu – Marlborough/ Te Tai o Aorere – Tasman

Havelock: Holiday Park – 24 Inglis Street, Havelock 7100
Estimated delivery costs for parcels 5kg-8kg: around $10

St. Arnaud: Alpine Lodge – 75 Main Rd, St Arnaud, RD2 Nelson 7072
They will charge you $15/$20 per parcel depending on size. You pay when you pick it up.
Estimated delivery costs for parcels 5kg-8kg: around $15-20

Boyle River: Outdoor Education Centre – Private Bag 55002, Orchard Road, Christchurch 8154 
Payment in advance is required. We will do this for you! We will invoice you $25/$35 per parcel depending on size and register your resupply box through their website. Parcels are sent within Christchurch, and they will take them to Boyle River themselves. No post/courier will deliver directly to Lewis Pass area. Please order in advance to ensure your parcel will be there for you to pick up.
Estimated delivery costs for parcels 5kg-8kg: around $5-10.

 

Waitaha – Canterbury

Arthur’s Pass: Mountain House – 84 West Coast Road, Arthur’s Pass Village, Canterbury 7875
You pay a $10 fee on arrival.
Estimated delivery costs for Arthurs Pass locations for parcels 5kg-8kg: around $10.

Lake Coleridge Village: The Powerhouse Lodge – 114 Hummocks Rd, Lake Coleridge 7572
Open from late November for Te Araroa Trail Walkers (you can camp here for $25/tent or $35/bunk))
Estimated delivery costs for parcels 5kg-8kg: around $20-25 (due to the remote location)

 

Murihiku – Southland

Birchwood Station – 567 Ohai-Clifden Highway, RD1, Birchwood 9689
You pay a fee on arrival. 
Estimated delivery costs for parcels 5kg-8kg: around $20-25.

 

Can't find a drop point?

We are working on expanding our network of drop points and welcome any feedback, ideas and new locations. While we try to think ahead to make it as easy and practical for you as possible, we appreciate all the input you may have. 

If you can’t find a drop point in any remote area that you need, please don’t hesitate to contact us. We would love to support you and try to organize a location that will work for you.

 

For further information on each trail section, walking times, notes, maps, etc. please have a look at the Te Araroa Trust website. 

Jak & Ve