Te Araroa - ‘The Long Pathway' is a walking trail running the length of the country. 

A one day section of this walking trail is from the Waikanae Bridge on SH1 to Paekakariki; 22kms taking 6 - 7 hours.

It is virtually level walking all the way with the opportunity to experience some of the Kapiti District icons - Waikanae River, Estuary and Scientific Reserve; safe beach walking with Kapiti Island in full view; Queen Elizabeth Park, and time to enjoy the friendly villages in Paraparaumu, Raumati and Paekakariki each with their distinctive cafes and local art outlets.