

Te Au Track is a coastal-wetland walk near Waikanae offering layered compositions: native bush, boardwalks, tidal creeks and distant views toward Kapiti Island. Ideal for sunrise/sunset color, birdlife and long-exposure waterscapes. Easy walk-in access, free parking nearby, no entry fees. Visit at low tide for exposed mudflats and at golden hour for warm side-lighting. Expect uneven boardwalks and some mosquitoes in summer; weekends can be busier.


Te Au Track is a coastal-wetland walk near Waikanae offering layered compositions: native bush, boardwalks, tidal creeks and distant views toward Kapiti Island. Ideal for sunrise/sunset color, birdlife and long-exposure waterscapes. Easy walk-in access, free parking nearby, no entry fees. Visit at low tide for exposed mudflats and at golden hour for warm side-lighting. Expect uneven boardwalks and some mosquitoes in summer; weekends can be busier.