You should have a good level of fitness and complete some hill training before arrival. Daily distances (12 km, 13 km, 8 km) are moderate, but Days 1 and 2 include solid climbs with uneven terrain. Day 3 is mostly downhill or flat. Walking times range from 3–6 hours depending on pace and stops.

Each night offers something different: farmstay cottages, eco bush cabins, and oceanview retreats. All have hot showers and comfortable single beds (2 per room). All your bedding, linen and towels are provided.

Yes, all meals are included:

- an arrival platter, and platters each evening to enjoy after your big day

- breakfast each morning

- freshly prepared packed lunches for each of your 2 big walk days

- dinner after your 2 big walk days, with simple easy to follow instructions to follow.  Plus dessert of course!

Please advise of any dietary requirements at least 10 days prior.

BYO. We will chill and transport them between accommodations.

Most of the White Star Trail is on old farm/forest tracks and trails with a good trail surface that is wide, even and easy to walk.

However the White Star Trail is called an ‘Adventure’ for good reason.  There are also some steep climbs, narrow trails, uneven ground, shallow creek crossings and potential slippery surfaces if wet.

So all walkers must have the physical fitness to take on 400-500m of climb on days one and two and be competent on areas of uneven and slippery terrain.

Because of the terrain, Private Walks NZ and we the Hosts define the trail level as ‘Moderate’ or ‘Intermediate’.

We do highly recommend trail shoes or light tramping boots that provide good traction.  Our walkers are also encouraged to use hiking poles.

For a guide please refer to the Walking Track Categories on the DOC website (Click on the Intermediate Tramping Track).

 If you still have questions, please email or phone Sandra.