Heaphy Trampers Transport

"Run For Trampers By Trampers"

The Heaphy Track is one of New Zealand's most popular Great Walk. Situated in Kahurangi National Park traversing the remote top western section of the South Island. Each day is rewarded unbelievably by scenery better than the previous day. Ending dramatically with the coastal section passing through pristine Nikau Groves.

One of the best times to walk this track is Autumn or Winter. Although the days are shorter and colder. The weather is more settled without the large crowds.

Looking for something more challenging after this tramp/hike. Why not return to Nelson via the Wangapeka Track or Leslie Karamea Track. We can offer you transport options from these track ends. Click on the Links below for more detailed information on these tracks.

Nelson Lakes Shuttles are the answer to all your tramping/hiking transport to Brown River (Collingwood) or Kohaihai Shelter (Karamea)

We operate when you want to travel and are available anytime of the day or year.

Same day service from Nelson, Picton, Blenheim and Karamea.

Same day service from Karamea to Nelson, Picton, Blenheim.

We have tramped most of the tracks in the Nelson region and only to happy give out free information on all tracks.

Flying into Nelson or Blenheim ? We can pick up any supplies you might need before hand.

Need to hire a mountain radio or Personal Locator Beacon? Contact us and we can arrange to have one available when we pick you up.

The Old Bainham Store

We always stop at the Old Bainham Store. Spend a few moments in the past, when life wasn't so complicated. Meet Lorna Langford the present owner. Her family has owned this store well over 70 years. Lorna is a gold mine for local history. Look for that lost letter in the Post Office.

Bainham Store

Lorna Langford

Bainham Post Office

The Salisbury Swingbridge We also stop on request at The Old Swingbridge. This bridge is over 100 years old and has survived many large floods. In fact the new road bridge from where this photo was taken was washed away in a flood in the 1980's.  The locals warned the builders that it would get washed away. The replacement bridge is built slightly higher.

The Salisbury Swingbridge over the Aorere River(Washed Away 28th December 2010)

Kohaihai Track End	Kohaihai River Bridge

Fares

Brown River
Nelson to Brown River			$60 per person (min $240 charge)
Blenheim to Brown River			$75 per person (min $300 charge)
Picton to Brown River			$80 per person (min $320 charge)
St Arnaud to Brown River			$65 per person (min $260 charge)
Kohaihai Shelter or Karamea to Brown River			Please contact us for a quote
Totaranui to Brown River			Please contact us for a quote
Wainui Bay to Brown River			Please contact us for a quote
Vehicle Relocation			Please contact us for a quote
Kohaihai Shelter
Kohaihai Shelter to Nelson			$105 per person (min $420 charge)
Kohaihai Shelter to Brown River			Please contact us for a quote
Kohaihai Shelter to Blenheim			$100 per person (min $400 charge)
Kohaihai Shelter to Picton			$105 per person (min $420 charge)
Kohaihai Shelter to St Arnaud			$95 per person (min $380 charge)
Vehicle Relocation			Please contact us for a quote
Karamea
Karamea to Nelson			$95 per person (min $380 charge)
Karamea to Brown River			Please contact us for a quote
Karamea to Blenheim			$100 per person (min $400 charge)
Karamea to Picton			$105 per person (min $420 charge)
Karamea to St Arnaud			$85 per person (min $340 charge)
Vehicle Relocation			Please contact us for a quote
The above fares are based on a minimum of 4 passengers.
Click Here to make a secure online booking and payment for shuttle transport
Please contact us for discounted fares on 5 or more passengers
If you have less than 4 passengers, traveling as a couple or on your own. Check out our "Budget Fare Section". Join existing shuttle trips without having to pay the minimum fare. We can also list any of your planned trips on our Web Site and attract others to join you and share the shuttle cost. Please click on the following link to check dates and availabilty.
Click on picture for Budget Fares

Huts & Campsites Capacities

Hut Fees

Campsite Fees

Track Times & Distances

Road End to Brown River Hut - 5 minutes

Brown River Hut to Perry Saddle Hut - 5 hours (17 kilometers)

Perry Saddle Hut to Gouland Downs Hut - 2 hours (8 kilometers)

Gouland Downs Hut to Saxon Hut - 1 hour (5 kilometers)

Saxon Hut to James Mackay Hut - 3 hours (14 kilometers)

James Mackay Hut to Lewis Hut - 3.5 hours (13.5 kilometers)

Lewis Hut to Heaphy Hut - 2.5 hours ( 8 kilometers)

Heaphy Hut to Kohaihai Shelter - 5 hours (15.5 kilometers)

Click here to view a Heaphy Track Map
Click here to check on bed availability or book your Heaphy Track DOC Huts
Click here to check to check the Low Tide Tables for Crayfish Point
Click here to view Heaphy Track Huts.
Click here to view Heaphy Track Campsites and camp fees.
Click here to view same day Heaphy Track shuttle transport from Karamea to Nelson, St Arnaud, Blenheim and Picton
Email us for an obligation free quote. info@nelsonlakesshuttles.co.nz  #Note if you have a Xtra mail address and you don't receive a return email from us. We always return your emails as soon as possible. Check your deleted or spam box. It is a Xtra problem stemming from their "Bubble Upgrade" and they assure us they hope to have it sorted soon.
We stay at the following accommodation in Karamea and Little Wanganui. Each place offers it's own unique style catering to all budgets.
The Last Resort Motels and Backpackers. To find out more just click on the picture
Rongos Backpackers and Karamea Motels. To find out more just click on the picture
Atawhai Farm backpackers and homestay. To find out more just click on the picture
Vehicle Relocation Nelson Lakes Shuttles now offer a Vehicle Relocation Service. Drive your car to either end of the Heaphy Track.We will deliver your car to the other end in time for your exit off the track. Please contact us for a obligation free quote info@nelsonlakesshuttles.co.nz  Or just click on the photo to the right.
Click here to read and see photos of the Heaphy Track by Peter Kemp
Click here to read and see photos of the Heaphy Track by Joost de Gouw
Click on picture for Westland / Buller weather forcast
Click here for uptodate DOC Hut and Heaphy Track Information
Done the Heaphy. Still have energy to burn ? Why not return via the Wangapeka or Leslie Karamea Tracks. Check out the links listed below
Read about and see  photos of our trip through the Leslie Karamea Track. Just click on the photo to the right.
Photos Of Leslie Karamea Track Huts & Shelters
Read about and see our photos of trip through the Wangapeka Track. Just click on the photo to the right.
Check out our Web Site for those interesting places you might want to explore.

Click hear for information on New Zealand Birds. Not only can you view photos. But actually hear their bird calls.
Click On Picture To Find Out About Personal Locator Beacon Hire

"Run For Trampers By Trampers"

For further information contact:

Peter & Trish Kemp
Nelson Lakes Shuttles
P.O. Box 75
St Arnaud 7053
Nelson Lakes
New Zealand
Phone:     +64 (3) 521-1900
Mobile             021 490095

Email info@nelsonlakesshuttles.co.nz 

Nelson Lakes Shuttles proudly transporting passengers since 1994

Peter & Trish have 30 years experience in the New Zealand Transport, Tramping and Accommodation Industries in the Nelson, Marlborough and West Coast regions

Nelson Lakes Shuttles operate under a DOC Transport Concession.

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