Intro
Segment 14 is the final leg of the Waitukubuli National Trail. It’s a half-day style walk from Capuchin to Cabrits National Park (Fort Shirley), passing small coastal villages along the way. Expect sea views, local village life, and simpler logistics than the remote interior segments.
Quick facts
- Difficulty: 4/10
- Duration: About 4 hours
- Cost: Trail Pass required for non-residents (confirm current pricing)
What you’ll do
- Start at Canna Heritage Park in Capuchin.
- Follow the coastal route through Clifton, Cottage, Toucarie, and Tantane.
- Enjoy shoreline viewpoints and small beach areas on the way.
- Finish the full WNT journey at Cabrits National Park (Fort Shirley).
Key tips
- Bring water and sun protection. Some stretches have limited shade.
- Be road-aware when sharing space with vehicles in villages.
- Plan transport at both ends if you’re not walking it as a loop.
- If you have time, keep going inside Cabrits for fort ruins and viewpoints.
We haven’t explored the full Waitukubuli National Trail yet. A full end-to-end outing is planned during 2026 so we can update our on-the-ground notes (conditions, access, real timings). If you want to prepare an expedition for one segment or multiple segments, please fill out our form and we’ll connect you with guides based on the sections you want to do.