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
Stewart Island
Duration
3 Days
Escape on an island adventure, the Rakiura Track is a 32-kilometre (20 mi) circular hiking track on the remote Stewart Island. On this great walk listen to birdsong, stroll along isolated beach’s and experience scenery that has barely changed in a thousand years.
From $1315
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
Starts
Te Anau
Duration
1 Days
This spectacular region is best seen in multiple ways, by coach, on the water and by foot. Enjoy a small group day excursion into Milford Sound. This tour includes a cruise deep into the fiord and select from one of a series of short walks with a local nature guide.
From $175
per person
Starts
National Park
Finishes
National Park
Duration
1 Days
The Tongariro Alpine Crossing winds its way through the otherworldly landscapes of Tongariro National Park. This unique (almost lunar) environment makes it the perfect setting for a hiking adventure. Highlights Include: View stunning volcanic landscapes with twisted lava formations, volcanic steam vents. Vast craters, active volcanoes, boiling lakes, barren desert, lush forest, crystal-clear mountain streams, steaming geysers and emerald green lakes.
From $255
per person
Starts
Christchurch
Finishes
Christchurch
Duration
1 Days
Discover Arthur's Pass National Park on this one day tour from Christchurch including one of the most scenic train journey in the world - The TranzAlpine. This 3-4 hour guided walk offers a fantastic insight into New Zealand's high country and the unique flora and fauna located here.
From $370
per person
