Central Waiau Hut

Go to the map on the Ngāi Tūhoe website.

• On the key on the right side of the map, select 'Huts' under 'Points of interest'.
• On the scale on the left side of the map, zoom into the area of interest using the + button.
• Hut icons on the map will show which huts have been removed.
• Click the hut icon to view a pop-up with information about the hut.
• Huts are also listed on the left of the map - click links for more information about the hut.

Visitors heading into Te Urewera should visit the Ngāi Tūhoe website to check for alerts and/or speak to the staff at the Te Urewera Visitor Centre.

Visitors to the backcountry should carry a good shelter such as a tent, a warm sleeping bag, plenty of warm and waterproof clothing, and all other gear that they need to be self-sufficient.

We strongly recommend carrying a distress beacon when visiting remote areas with no mobile reception such as Te Urewera.

Gear lists for tramping and hunting.

Te Urewera is recognised in New Zealand law as a living person. Te Urewera is spoken for and governed by the Te Urewera Board. Care for Te Urewera, including the tracks and facilities, is carried out by Te Uru Taumatua – Ngāi Tūhoe’s operational entity.

DOC provides support and skills, particularly training, where wanted and needed by Te Urewera Board and Tūhoe, and contributes to resourcing.

Learn more on Ngāi Tūhoe website.

Visitors can also phone Ngāi Tūhoe on +64 6 837 3803 or email teureweravc@ngaituhoe.iwi.nz for information.