Heaphy Track Accommodation
“We'll organise your accommodation, transport and local logistics—so all you need to do is enjoy the walk.”.
Planning Your Stay
Whether you're walking the Heaphy Track from east to west or west to east, choosing where to stay before and after your adventure is an important part of your planning.
Many walkers stay the night before beginning the track and reward themselves with a few extra nights afterwards to relax, recover and explore the surrounding region.
The Heaphy Track begins at Brown Hut near Golden Bay and finishes at Kōhaihai near Karamea (or vice versa), giving you accommodation options at both ends of the trail.
Accommodation in Golden Bay
Golden Bay has accommodation to suit every style of traveller. If a holiday home isn't what you're looking for, you'll also find excellent motels, lodges, holiday parks, backpackers and boutique accommodation throughout the region.
Holiday Parks
Pohara Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park
Golden Bay Holiday Park
Wharariki Holiday Park
Collingwood Holiday Park
Motels
Golden Bay Motels
Anatoki Motel
Mohua Motels
The Rocks Chalets
Patons Rock Villa
Collingwood Park Motel
Accommodation at the Karamea End of the Heaphy Track
If you're finishing your Heaphy Track adventure at the Kōhaihai Trailhead, Karamea offers a range of excellent accommodation options. Whether you're looking for a motel, hotel, holiday park or boutique stay, it's the perfect place to relax, enjoy a hot shower and celebrate completing one of New Zealand's Great Walks.
Karamea Accommodation
Karamea River Motels
Last Resort Karamea
Karamea Hotel
Karamea Holiday Park
Riverstone Karamea
Let us take the stress out of planning your trip
Planning a Heaphy Track adventure involves more than simply booking accommodation. Coordinating where to stay, how to get to and from the trailheads, and ensuring everything runs smoothly can quickly become one of the most challenging parts of your trip.
That's where we can help.
Our team can organise your accommodation, transport and itinerary, so you can spend less time planning and more time looking forward to your adventure.
Whether you're travelling solo, as a couple, or in a group, we'll help create a package that suits your schedule and budget.
Our Heaphy Track Packages Can Include
✔ Accommodation before your walk
✔ Accommodation after your walk
✔ Motels or Holiday homes for couples, families and groups
✔ Transport to or from the Brown Hut trailhead
✔ Airport transfers from Nelson or Golden Bay Air
✔ Golden Bay Air flight bookings
✔ Additional nights to explore Golden Bay
✔ Personalised local recommendations
Why Book Everything Together?
One point of contact
Less time spent organising multiple bookings
Flexible accommodation options
Local knowledge from people who know the region
A seamless start and finish to your Heaphy Track adventure
Leave the planning to us and simply enjoy the journey.
Pricing varies depending on your chosen property, travel dates and transport requirements.
Extend Your Stay
The Heaphy Track may be the highlight of your trip, but there's so much more waiting to be discovered.
Spend a few extra days exploring:
Te Waikoropupū Springs
Wharariki Beach
Farewell Spit
Wainui Falls
Rawhiti Cave
The Grove Scenic Reserve
Labyrinth Rocks
Tata Beach
Ligar Bay
Local cafés and galleries
We recommend allowing at least two or three extra nights to experience the very best of Golden Bay.
Frequently Asked Accommodation Questions
How far is accommodation from the Brown Hut trailhead?
Golden Bay Escapes offers accommodation throughout the region, all within an easy drive of the Brown Hut trailhead.
Collingwood – approximately 30 minutes
Takaka – approximately 50-60 minutes
How many nights should I stay?
We recommend staying at least one night before starting the Heaphy Track and one or two nights afterwards. This gives you time to relax before your adventure and recover while exploring everything Golden Bay has to offer.
When should I book accommodation?
Accommodation fills quickly during the Great Walk season (typically October to April). We recommend booking your accommodation and transport several months in advance, especially during summer and school holidays.
Where is the best place to stay before starting the Heaphy Track?
If you're starting from the Brown Hut end of the track, staying in Takaka or Collingwood is ideal. Golden Bay Escapes offers a range of holiday homes to suit couples, families and groups.
