Te Ara Moana - SH88 section of Te Aka Ōtākou

The trail from Port Chalmers to beyond Portobello is named as Te Aka Ōtākou (The Otago Vine), refers to the winding path clinging to the harbour. The State Highway 88 section is named Te Ara Moana (The Ocean Path)

This 13.5 km route makes for a full-day commitment — bring sufficient food and water. Plan for around 2 hours and 59 minutes on the trail.

Point-to-point in layout, this trail takes you from A to B across the landscape. Consider your return logistics before heading out. The trail is officially waymarked as TAM, so look out for the trail markers along the way.

As a Regional Walking Network (RWN) route, this trail is maintained and waymarked at the regional level. It typically connects towns, villages, and natural highlights across the wider area.