Event details
Explore ancient forests and waterways on a guided walk in Wainuiomata Regional Park
Join us for a special guided walk through beautiful native forest in Wainuiomata Regional Park, exploring areas not usually open to the public. Led by our knowledgeable park ranger, you’ll learn about the Wainuiomata water collection area and how this pristine water makes its way to Wellington’s taps.
This is one of our most popular summer events, and places are limited to just 40 participants. If you’ve attended before, please consider letting someone else experience this unique opportunity.
The walk will follow the Orongorongo Pipeline Tunnel and visit the historic Morton Dam—one of New Zealand’s largest concrete dams and a remarkable example of early engineering innovation.
Event Details:
Group size: Limited to 30 participants
Registration: Max two per person
Fitness level: Moderate; not suitable for children under 14
What to bring: Lunch, snacks, water bottle, and suitable footwear and clothing—you’re likely to get wet feet!
To book: Due to the overwhelming popularity of these limited capacity events, we have now decided that the fairest way to allocate bookings is via a ballot system. A ballot will open for registrations via the link below at 10am on Tuesday 2 December and close at 10am on Thursday 4 December. Names will then be drawn at random all applicants notified of the outcome by 4pm on Friday 5 December.
Your adventure starts in regional parks.
Greater Wellington has been hosting recreational events like this for 25 years, helping people connect with nature, get active outdoors, and enjoy peaceful escapes close to home.
Wainuiomata Regional Park is not only a place of beauty—it’s a hub for conservation. Greater Wellington works here to protect freshwater, restore native habitats, preserve historic sites, and build resilience to climate change. Our partners and volunteers play a vital role in making this park a special place for everyone.