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Taking our Thyme to Tarras! - Walking Trail

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WELCOME

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Duration

4 Days

Date

2 March 2027

Difficulty

Moderate rolling country with the odd short steep section

Fitness

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Experience Required

Reasonably fit walkers and trampers

Rider / Participant Cost:

$700

Back-up
Cost:

n.a

WEATHER EXPECTATIONS

30°C+ to -5°C. Typically warm/hot but southerly storms possible

HIGHLIGHTS

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Scenic Highlights

Amazing views, Classic Central Otago rocks and tussock!

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Special Events

Quiz night (Tuesday), Friday night 'Learn a new dance'.

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Unique Features

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TRAIL DETAILS

ALL YOU NEED TO BE PREPARED FOR YOUR NEXT CAVALCADE ADVENTURE

Itinerary

SUPPORT LEVEL -

Fully supported with gear transfer (one bag per person), Some sections without constant vehicle access

MEETING DATE & TIME :

2 March 2027

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MEETING LOCATION :

Tarras

RIDE OUT TIME :

8:00 AM

RETURN  TIME :

3:00 - 4:00 PM

TERRAIN :

High country/farm 4WD tracks and sheep tracks

Sunday sees us heading to the Idaburn area and on to the next woolshed.

Important Information:

ACCOMMODATION:

Woolsheds or Tent

Sleeping bag & mat, Optional tent (one bag limit), Towel & toilet articles

CATERING:

Fully Catered

HORSE REQUIREMENTS:

N/A

PACKING LIST:

CLOTHING

Waterproof coat/jacket/leggings/hat, Jersey/balaclava/socks/thermals/gloves, Hot weather gear, Gaiters recommended

OTHER ESSENTIALS

Day pack, Two water bottles (one for electrolytes), Small thermos, Mug/plates/cutlery/tea towels, Folding chair/stool, Period costume (1860s)

OPTIONAL EXTRAS:

n/a

VEHICLE TRANSFER:

Bus transfer from Tarras into the Lindis (included in price), Secure vehicle parking at Tarras

TRAIL BOSS

TBC

CONTACT PH:

0212846844

EMAIL

BOSS BACK-UP

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CONTACT US

Only send me information regarding:

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52 Erris Street

Cromwell, 9310

Central Otago 

+64 3 4450111

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