Wainui Hut | Abel Tasman National Park

Wainui Hut is an old New Zealand Forest Service SF 70 hut with an open fireplace, etc, just like in the olden days. There are at least 180 similar structures scattered around the South Island backcountry, so it might feel somewhat familiar.

There is no internal wall lining or insulation, so it ain’t the warmest accommodation you will find around due to the shade for much of the year. The chimney from the open fireplace adds to the ventilation.

A large aviary has been built adjacent, well, across the clearing, for acclimatising the endangered birds, kaka and kakariki, prior to release. A bird-feeding platform encourages them to stay in the area rather than fly home.