I am starting from Bluff, at the bottom of New Zealand on 1 January 2022.
Below is the latest update of my location and the next section I am heading into. See my latest blog for details of the last section
I reached Bluff on 20 March 2020, 149 days and 3,000 km after I started at Cape Reinga. I didn’t walk every step of the way as I hitched rides a few times in a range of vehicles from farm-bikes to helicopters. I will complete the 95 km from Wanganui to Palmerston North when the COVID-19 situation allows.
I am currently in lockdown at my daughters house just out of Palmerston North enjoying the rest.
The Te Araroa is each individuals journey and mine started in Cape Reinga and ended in Bluff and I am very, very proud of my achievement.
Cape Reinga – First Day 
Bluff – Last Day
Hopefully I will know where I am most of the time so can keep you up to date with my whereabouts. If you see I am getting close to where you live please make contact so I can tell you when and where to bring the beer and ice-cream. Comfy beds will also be appreciated and I will have a shower on arrival!
If you feel like joining in with let me know also via comment on this page or my Facebook or phone.
Congratulations Karen…what an adventure…I hope all continues to go as well as the planning and start. It’s all about the people. Best wishes from Ann and I in the Peak District, England. We are looking forward to following your progress…and just a little bit envious….
Thanks for following. Maybe some inspiration for a visit to new zealand
Really enjoying your diary Karen. Superb progress, well done!
Thanks I am really enjoying it..just as good as I expected
Hi Karen. Only just linked in to discover what amazing things u have been doing during past weeks. I’m hurting just reading about it all. Hope u had a restful break at Christmas. All the best for the next stages, hang in there and enjoy. Melva Jones