This tramping club is based in Hamilton and run trips every second Sunday except during January, on tracks within the greater Waikato area.

We  car pool for our transport , so if you are willing to take a car and drive that would be great.

We sometimes travel further afield, with overnight trips to a lodge or hut near a great tramping area somewhere within a few hours of Hamilton.

Our focus is on having an enjoyable and energetic day in the hills - we leave the high-speed gut-busting to other people. The companionship and conversations are an essential part of any tramp, but at the end of the day we also know we have had great exercise as well.

Loan gear may be available for those who are new to this sport.

Contact Dianne Lee  for more information.  Email:  leedi444@gmail.com

New or potential members should read our contacts page. Read why you should tramp with a Club, and download a document that tells you what you need to know about coming out with us. Even existing members should download and check the Emergency form.

The latest bulletin can be viewed here

(Last updated   20 January 2026)

Important Information

From February 2026 NO BOOKINGS REQUIRED JUST TURN UP UNLESS STATED OTHERWISE. If carpooling you will need to have cash to pay the car driver on the day, there is no longer a bank account.

All tramps will leave at 8am from Community Living Trust carpark on Collingwood St, Hamilton unless stated otherwise.  Fortnightly update on up coming tramp   description and cost ($10-$25 depending on distance).

Welcome to the 2026 Tramping year, we have some great tramps lined up, some new, some old.  I hope you all had a great festive season and break, ready to get back on the track.

First Tramp of year

Sunday 8 February    Hamilton Gardens and around bridge walk    G1

First tramp is a social leisurely walk from the gardens.  Meeting at the bus stop at Gate 1 Car park. It is a loop walking from Gardens  to Cobham Bridge, turning left towards Peacocks Road and heading to cross the new bridge and back to gardens. It’s about 1.5 to2h walk with stops.  Then coffee/ice cream at the garden’s café.

Depart:       8am                                                      Return: 10am approx..

Meet:           Gate 1 Bus stop at the Hamilton Gardens.

Cost:            NIL

Leaders:      Dianne, Pam and Barbara

Remember to bring lots of water during HOT summer months and cover up , wear a hat and sunblock 

Cheers Dianne

Wanderers member name badges.
Put these on your hat, pack or shirt to identify yourself and your club.
Only $12.00

Embroidered Wanderers Tramping Club badges
They look great on your pack or clothing, and help to promote your club.
Only $10.00

"Safety in the Mountains" 11th Edition, 2012
Useful reminders and important advice for trampers.
Only $5.00

"Navigation" 2013 Edition,

Know where you are, where to go, and how to get there. 16 page brochure from Mountain Safety Council
Only $4.00

Order or purchase all items from our committee members  See them on one of our trips