With around 30 percent of New Zealand's land area being officially protected with public access, there's no shortage of New Zealand hiking and walking opportunities at all levels. Whether you're looking for shorter walks up to a day long or a multi-day track through remote high country, you'll soon see why soaking up the breathtaking New Zealand scenery is a national past time and rite of passage for generations of kiwis.
Starts
Tekapo
Finishes
Tekapo
Duration
3 Days
The Tekapo High Country Trek is a 3-day guided alpine hike through open tussock country above Lake Tekapo, with panoramic views of the Southern Alps and the Mackenzie Basin. The area is famed for its exceptionally clear skies and intense light, highlighting the turquoise-blue glacial lakes, golden grasses, and white snow-capped peaks.
From $890
per person
Starts
Tekapo
Finishes
Tekapo
Duration
3 Days
Aoraki Mount Cook National Park offers New Zealand's most spectacular alpine scenery. With all but one of its 29 peaks over 3000m, it is New Zealand's climbing mecca. Most peaks are accessible only to experienced mountaineers. However, hiking or trekking is possible close to Mount Cook on the guided Ball Pass Trek, in the company of experienced mountain guides. A High level of Fitness Required
From $1470
per person
