Shipwreck Hut Bar & Restaurant & Accomodation, Avatiu Travel Guide

Getting There

• Walking

  From the center of Avatiu, head south towards the main road (Ara Tapu). Once you reach Ara Tapu, turn left and continue walking along the road. You will pass by local shops and residential areas. Keep walking for about 15-20 minutes until you reach the intersection with the road leading to Arorangi. At this point, you will see signs for the Shipwreck Hut Bar & Restaurant. Continue straight for another 5 minutes, and you will arrive at the Shipwreck Hut, which is located on your right-hand side.

• Bicycle

  If you have access to a bicycle, you can ride from the center of Avatiu. Start by heading south to the main road (Ara Tapu). Once on Ara Tapu, turn left and cycle for about 15-20 minutes. Look for the signs indicating the route to Arorangi. After approximately 5-10 minutes of cycling, you will see the Shipwreck Hut Bar & Restaurant on your right. This route is quite scenic and will give you a good view of the coastline.

• Public Transport (Bus)

  From Avatiu, you can catch a local bus heading towards Arorangi. Look for the bus stop near the Avatiu harbor area. Make sure to ask the driver if they stop at Shipwreck Hut Bar & Restaurant, as some buses might have specific routes. The bus ride will take about 10-15 minutes. Once you get off, the Shipwreck Hut will be a short walk away, just follow the signs and head towards the beach area.