Waiheke
30 Nepean Ave
Walk Difficulty
6/10
Duration
15-20 Minutes
Length
1000-1500 Metres
Number of Steps
40 Steps
Terrain
Gravel/Grass/Dirt
Elevation Type
Medium Hills
Views
Bush/Sea Views
Overview
Otakawhe Bay to Pearl Bay Walkway Is in the far end of Waiheke by Orapiu and is a big drive to access it being about 30min from Oneroa by car.
The walkway can only be accessed by Otakawhe bay, as this is the key way to get to pearl bay without a boat or having access to one of the homes in pearl bay.
Walkway Summary
The walkway is one of the longer ones with the total walking distance about 15-20 min each way.
We rate it a 6/10 difficulty with the main hard bit is the steps and hills.
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