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Rakiura Track

New Zealand · Oceania · Hut-to-hut · score 59/100

At a glance

CountriesNew Zealand
ContinentOceania
RegionStewart Island (Rakiura NP)
TypeHut-to-hut
Length32 km
Typical duration3 days
Difficulty2/5 (Easy-moderate)
Max altitude300 m
Best seasonyear-round (best Nov-Apr)
StartLee Bay (Oban)
EndLee Bay (loop)
Permit / guideDOC hut booking required in season
Special gearmud-proof footwear essential

Score

59/100
Scenery
22/35
Fame
10/25
Uniqueness
11/20
Logistics
16/20

Muddy, mellow loop on Stewart Island; the best place to see kiwi in the wild

How the score works: scoring method. Information confidence: high.

Notes

32 km loop

Sources

Information compiled from public sources, as of October 19, 2026. Trail conditions, permits and closures change: verify with local authorities before you go.

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