Last Updated: 27th Jul 2026

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Kahui Hut

Located on the western slopes of Taranaki Maunga, Kahui Hut sits in a small clearing surrounded by native bush.

Taranaki, New Zealand

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Last Updated: 27th Jul 2026

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Bookable

880m

Approx. elevation

-39.29425, 174.01458

Coordinates

Image: Tamsen Walker | DOC

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Facilities and services

Containment tank toilet a short walk from the hut
Cold running water from a rainwater tank

There is no heating.

Facilities

Mattresses, Toilets - non-flush, Water from tap - not treated, boil before use, Water supply

Fees and bookings

Fees

Adult (18+ years): $15 per night
Youth (5–17 years): $7.50 per night
Child/Infant (0–4 years): free

Before you go, buy Hut Tickets for each night's stay. Put these in the honesty box at the hut. Or buy a Backcountry Hut Pass that gives unlimited use at most Standard and Serviced huts for a 12 month period.

Trails

Kahui Hut can be accessed on the trails Kahui Hut, Taranaki RTM with a Twist and Kahui Climb from our trail directory.

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