Kaipo Swing Bridge Heli-Hike Tramp
Poronui Station, Taharua Road, Taupo, Lake Taupo
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Kicking it in the Kaipo - Fly in by helicopter to the Kaipo Swingbridge for guided walk with Sika Foundation members down the Kaipo River track.
Stop along the way to enjoy the flora and fauna of the CNI beech forests and backcountry river ecosystems. Learn about Sika, game-management and the environment they inhabit and what conservation efforts are being undertaken by the hunting community.
Observe the Foundation’s predator control efforts in action to protect our rarest backcountry species - the Whio/Blue Duck.. Arrive at the Oamaru Hut for relaxing afternoon cuppa, snack (and swim) before a short hike up the river terraces to Poronui Station/KFP boundary where trip participants will be driven out through Poronui Station back to helihangar.
Trip Length: 6-8 hours
Minimum Age: 10
Maximum Participants: 18
Meeting Place: Helisika Hangar, Poronui Station, Taharua Road
Transport: Heli - Hike - Van
Cost: $165
Medium Grade Tramp.
May be cancelled/postponed due to adverse weather. Other conditions for cancellation/postponement include covid alert level changes.
Participants are asked to bring the following:
- Warm clothing
- Waterproof and Windproof clothing
- Sturdy tramping boots
- Sunglasses/sunscreen/hat
- Gloves and warm hat
- Lunch, snacks and drink
- Personal first aid kit
- Personal medication
- Swimwear
Please note: the Trip leader reserves the right to refuse anyone who is insufficiently equipped.
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