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Rangatira Point is the primary landing site for independent day walks on Kapiti Island. Tracks range from a flat 1-hour loop to a steady 2-hour summit climb.
Standard daytime tours give you roughly 5.5 hours to explore the island. This is enough time to tackle the main trails at your own pace.
Keep to the marked tracks and mowed areas at all times. Remember that you must pack your food in rodent-proof containers and carry all rubbish off the island.
2 hours to summitSteady climb
This track offers a well-formed, steady climb through regenerating forest. You will pass a hihi feeding station along the way. Pace yourself as the trail gains elevation toward the highest point on the island.
1 hour returnEasy loop
This easy walk routes through coastal shrubland and forest. You will see historic whaling try-pots and the oldest conservation building on the island. It is a good choice for families and a simple way to observe lower canopy birds.
521 meters highMainland views
Tūteremoana is the highest peak on Kapiti Island at 521 meters above sea level. It provides clear views of the mainland and the surrounding marine reserve. There is a picnic area at the top where you can eat your packed lunch.
