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Tatare Tunnels Walk

  1. West Coast
  2. Franz Josef / Wai̇au Park

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Tatare Tunnels Walk
Scenic hiking track through early-20th-century bedrock mining tunnels & wooded landscape.
Address: 21 Cowan Street, Franz Josef / Waiau 7886, New Zealand
State: West Coast
City: Franz Josef / Waiau
Zip Code: 7886


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Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

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2 slips you have to get across. Don't do it if you have a fear of heights. Also you need to be skinny to get over the gate at the end of the 1st tunnel. Don't think this track be open any time soon.
This was an unexpected amazing pitstop.nIf you love scenic walks with a sense of adventure this is for you. Our round trip was 1hr 15mins and we really took our time in the tunnel. The tunnel is super comfortable in terms of width and height for the average folk. It was winter when we went so I imagine the water was icy, we wore ankle boots and our feet stayed dry.nTo those who want to see glowworms, occasionally turn off your lights and look up. We saw soo many and it was truly magical!
What an unexpected adventure! Walk leading to the cave is bit rocky but nothing too dangerous. Part of the walk is currently closed, but we were able to get to the end of the first cave, then it stops with wooden beam. The tunel itself is filled ankle hight with cold water, it’s doable barefoot. Right at the end is nice surprice in the shape of glow worms. Highly recommended track.
Great hike, about 1 hr 20m return. Tunnels at the end of the hike very creepy, ankle deep in water and absolutely no light. Would recommend if you love hiking and history, as well as an adventure!
The DOC return time is about accurate. You follow a well maintained old 4WD track up to some man-made tunnels. If you're lucky enough, you can spot some cave wetā in their unique habitat. And of course, there are glow worms further down the tunnel.nnBring jandals and a good head torch. The water is pretty cold, but we went in April and didn't find it as icy as some have claimed. The walk in the tunnel itself isn't very long, as a section has been closed off. It definitely gives you a sense of adventure.
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