Where to Walk and Hike in Hokitika Hokitika is a budget traveller’s dream; 23 free walks! You don’t have to pay for any skydives or bungy jumps to enjoy the surrounds of this West Coast to
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South Island Hikes
Aoraki Mt Cook and Surrounds’ Best Hikes As the highest mountain in New Zealand, Aoraki Mt Cook provides the backdrop to many super stunning hikes in the Canterbury region of the South Island. B
The Top Hikes in Milford Sound Yep, there’s more to Milford Sound than just hopping on a boat and being overwhelmed with stunning scenery. There are many Milford Sound walks taking you to unmiss
A Hike into the Heart of Fiordland Arguably the wildest part of New Zealand, Fiordland National Park is unsurprisingly known for its fiords, towering mountain peaks, alpine environments and extremely
Explore Picton on Foot With sensational views over the Marlborough Sounds, native forest and a range of track lengths, Picton has plenty of hikes and walks to keep your feet busy! What’s more, a
What Multi-Day Hikes to Do Instead of the New Zealand Great Walks? The New Zealand Great Walks are an amazing way to experience the famous landscapes of New Zealand, but did you know that there are mo
Everything You Need to Know About the Paparoa Track! New Zealand’s newest Great Walk, the Paparoa Track lets hikers and mountain bikers discover impressive rock formations, ancient rainforest an
Everything You Need to Know About the Milford Track A 3-day 53.5km (33-mile) pilgrimage through the ancient rainforest and carved glacial valleys await on the Milford Track. With marvellous waterfalls
Walking and Hiking Trails in Oxford, New Zealand Nestled below the foothills of the Southern Alps, Oxford is fast becoming a popular destination for keen hikers and outdoors enthusiasts! It’s al
Trek Your Way Through the Catlins and Clutha Lakes, waterfalls, gold trails, wildlife and rugged coast: these are the drawcards for the Catlins and Clutha area. The district wedged between the Otago a
Walking Trails in the Oparara Basin Discover some of the most breathtaking limestone formations along a compact network of hiking trails at the Oparara Basin. Located in the Kahurangi National Park, j
Lake Brunner Walks Hidden behind the allure of the rugged West Coast coastline is a glacier-carved lake far too many backpackers travel right by without knowing its there. Before continuing along the
Walking and Hiking Trails at Farewell Spit Explore the magnificent coastline at the top of the South Island on these walks at Farewell Spit. Farewell Spit is one of New Zealand’s most protected
Walking and Hiking Trails in Balclutha The hub of the Clutha district in South Otago, Balclutha makes a great base to get outside and explore the area on foot. You have a variety of landscapes to enjo
What You Need to Know About the Queen Charlotte Track Explore lush New Zealand forest, discover historic bays and see spectacular wildlife along the 70km (43 miles) Queen Charlotte Track. This multi-d