10 October 2026
Cloudy with the odd shower, then rain developing this evening, possibly heavy. Northeasterlies.
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Backcountry hut
Motukawanui Island Scenic Reserve
Accessed by boat, Motukawanui Hut is a good base to experience Northland's Cavalli Islands. Stay overnight at this serviced platform-style bunk hut (sleeps 12).
Hut category
Serviced
Capacity
12 bunks
Booking
Required
From road end
Not Applicable
No active alerts returned. Conditions can still change.
Issued 10 Oct 2026, 4:55 pm
10 October 2026
Cloudy with the odd shower, then rain developing this evening, possibly heavy. Northeasterlies.
11 October 2026
Mainly fine with showers before dawn, possibly heavy. Turning partly cloudy in the afternoon with the chance of a shower. Northwesterlies.
12 October 2026
Cloud clearing and becoming fine in the morning. Northerlies, turning westerly before dawn.
13 October 2026
Partly cloudy, with showers in the afternoon. Westerlies developing in the morning.
14 October 2026
Isolated showers, with increasing cloudy periods. Northwesterlies.
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Accessed by boat, Motukawanui Hut is a good base to experience Northland's Cavalli Islands. Stay overnight at this serviced platform-style bunk hut (sleeps 12).
Availability, fees, facilities, water and access can change. Confirm the latest hut information and alerts, carry suitable equipment, and be prepared for the hut to be full.