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St James walkway, north west South Island of New Zealand

 

The Heaphy Bus
www.theheaphybus.co.nz
For the most econimical way for transoport to the Heaphy from either end. In either direction 4 or 5 days, it offers the best price provided you stick to the scheduled days.

Backpacking activities in New Zealand
http://www.newzealand.com/int/backpacking-activities/
Options to do and see backpacking activities in New Zealand.

Real Meals
https://realmeals.co.nz//
If you want food that actually tastes like home cooking this is pretty close to the real thing, tasty and nutritious. I have tried most varieties and they are all good.. especially Thai Red Curry or Tom Kha Gai. They provide great desserts.

Tasman Bay Backpackers
http://www.tasmanbaybackpackers.co.nz
A comfortable clean option to stay central Nelson.

Kiwiana backpacker hostel, Takaka, Golden Bay"
www.kiwianabackpackers.co.nz
Kiwiana backpackers hostel is 5 minutes walk from Takaka town center. A tidy, warm backpackers with a brilliant atmosphere located in the 'heart of the parks', Golden Bay.

Department of Conservation (DOC) New Zealand.
www.doc.govt.nz
Great website for those wanting information, but can be a bit too complicated finding your way around! Best to insert request in "search"

Karamea Information Center
www.karameainfo.co.nz
Information on transport West Coast Heaphy

Alpine Sports Club inc.
www.alpinesport.org.nz
Useful stuff for trampers and ski bunnies

Outdoor Generations website for gear and beginner information (American site)
https://www.outdoorsgenerations.com/backpacking-beginners/ A useful site to help planning your tramp in the hills

Tablelands - Kahurangi National Park