Great Walks of New Zealand

09/04/2024

It is with great sadness that a rāhui has been placed on the Tongariro Alpine Crossing for the next three days to acknowledge and express sympathy of a recent death of an independent trekker in Tongariro National Park.

It will be lifted 6am on Friday 12th April and all all hikers in the area are asked to consider using alternative tracks until then.

Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends at this time.

13/03/2024

Misty mornings for 🍃
Day 2 of the Routeburn Track - heading over Harris Saddle. Walk the best of Kepler, Routeburn and Milford with us before the snow sets in, in a couple of months. Such a magical part of the world to explore.

19/01/2024

New Zealand's most popular day hike...
The Tongariro Alpine Crossing is a 19.4km mountain adventure that journeys through other-worldly landscapes and active volcanoes.

Are you up for the challenge? 😎

We only have a few departures left for April - https://www.greatwalksofnewzealand.co.nz/regions/north-island/waikato-coromandel-central-north-island

27/12/2023

We are extremely lucky to have all of this right on our back doorstep!😍

favourite Great Walk - the Routeburn Track

Experience the beauty and walk Routeburn Track for yourself: 👇
https://www.greatwalksofnewzealand.co.nz/south-island/trekking-hiking/guided/milford-hollyford-and-stewart-island-trails

21/12/2023

This isn't the kind of Christmas tree you are used to.... this is our NZ Christmas tree🎄 Do you know its name?

Thank you for a wonderful 2023! Our office will be closed from the 22nd of December, re-opening on 8th of January, whilst we spend time celebrating with family and friends.

Have a safe and Happy Festive Season,
The Great Walks team

18/12/2023

There's a reason the Hump Ridge Track is becoming an official Great Walk of New Zealand..

Traveller Mark got to experience the iconic panoramic views over Ta Waewae Bay from Stag Point - but it wasn't the location that made his experience so memorable.

"An amazing experience. Great guide and a fun crowd. The lodges were outstanding and far exceeded expectations.
The walk was challenging on day 1 but everyone coped very well. Stunning scenery everywhere and total isolation in nature. It was a real highlight of our NZ trip and we loved every part of it."

08/12/2023

Cruise into 2024 and save $400 on our Marlborough Sounds Walk and Cruise Trips

If you are dreaming of venturing into one of New Zealand's most picturesque regions but have found everything is booked out, we've got a few last-minute departures open:

⭐ Queen Charlotte Walk and Cruise (GCQ) - Guaranteed to depart on 5th January 2024 and 14th February 2024

⭐ Nydia Track Walk and Cruise (GNW) - Departing 21st January 2024

Don't miss your chance and book now:
https://www.greatwalksofnewzealand.co.nz/

30/11/2023

It's easy to see why this is one of New Zealand's most popular walking tracks😍
.Golden beach foreshores, rocky granite headlands, azure water, native beech forests and playful kekeno (fur seals), the scenery of Abel Tasman National Park will not disappoint.

View Abel Tasman tours here👇
https://www.greatwalksofnewzealand.co.nz/advanced-search/categories/nznelsontasman/searchtograde/4

08/11/2023

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Our self guided walk of the Abel Tasman was fabulous. Wonderful scenery, amazing track and lovely lodges and company."
- Kerry G

Tick off one of the NZ Great Walks this summer👇

Be fully immersed in everything for which the stunning Abel Tasman National Park is famous on this self-guided walk at your own pace.

03/11/2023

Discover a fresh perspective of Auckland☀️

Experience more than just the Great Walks this summer and kayak across Waitemata Harbour enjoying the picturesque sunset.

Tick off the best of what Auckland has to offer on this 5-day Best of Auckland Culture, Walk & Kayak trip.

View itinerary and dates here:
https://www.greatwalksofnewzealand.co.nz/north-island/self-guided-walks/self-guided/best-of-auckland-culture-walk-and-kayak

12/10/2023

Three-course meals by a private chef, local produce tastings, hiking the Pinnacles Track and the world's best gin are on the menu for our fresh new tour🍃🥂

Introducing.. our Taste of Waiheke & Coromandel Pen*sula Guided Walk

There are many local treasures to discover and the best way to experience the most of a place is by tasting your way through it.
So why not feast your eyes on our itinerary and dates on our website.

13/09/2023

Are you considering tramping the Hump Ridge track before it becomes the next 'official' Great Walk?
Once the word gets out, The Stairway Heaven will be popular with travellers around the world.

Check out our complete guide and everything you need to know when taking on the 3-day Tuatapere Hump Ridge Track Walk

Read through our complete guide to the next official Great Walk of New Zealand, the Hump Ridge Walking Track.

11/09/2023

What's better than hiking one iconic trail? Walking THREE!

There are plenty of photo opportunities in these postcard locations as you experience our Best of Kepler, Milford, and Routeburn.
.and the best part? These Great Walks are often unavailable on hut-based walks but we operate these sections throughout the ENTIRE season!

View detailed itinerary and dates here:
https://www.greatwalksofnewzealand.co.nz/southland-fiordland/guided-walks/guided/best-of-kepler-milford-and-routeburn-guided-walk

25/08/2023

Indulge in New Zealand's finest gourmet artisans on our NEWEST trip.. Taste of Waiheke and Coromandel Peninsula Guided Walk 🍒🍋

⭐ A gourmet dinner with your private chef
⭐ Discover a diverse range of produce including wine, cheese, coffee and gin
⭐ Explore some of the North Island's stunning forest, coastal and river walks
⭐ Unwind each night in the comfort of a boutique lodge

Explore the detailed itinerary on our website👇
https://www.greatwalksofnewzealand.co.nz/north-island/guided-walks/guided/taste-of-waiheke-and-coromandel-peninsula-guided-walk

24/08/2023

Arguably the best day walk in Fiordland, hike to the Key Summit of the Routeburn Track for 360-degree views of snow-capped peaks, alpine lakes and spectacular glacially carved valleys.

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📍Routeburn Track

15/08/2023

It may be a challenging hike but the views are definitely worth it😍
We are lucky to have to not one but two walking trips up to Ben Lomond.. more time to soak up the views

⭐️ Best of Southern Alps Trek
⭐️ Milford, Hollyford and Stewart Island Trails
https://www.greatwalksofnewzealand.co.nz/south-island/trekking-hiking/guided/milford-hollyford-and-stewart-island-trails

08/08/2023

Picture this, you've made your way along a challenging ridge top standing at Eatwell's lookout in awe, taking in the impressive panoramic views of Marlborough Sounds (with just a lightweight pack, mind you) - this is what you can experience on our Queen Charlotte Walks👇

Hike Marlborough's spectacular landscapes on a self guided walking tour with the active NZ walking specialists. Flexible & affordable. Discover our range of Marlborough walking trips or create your own.

03/08/2023

Want the best views on Mt Cook?

Mueller hut is located at a unique vantage point with 360-degree views of uninterrupted alpine beauty.

It makes a wonderful location for lunch before returning the Mueller Hut Track and exploring the rest of Aoraki Mt Cook National Park.

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28/07/2023

Ready for your next tramping adventure?

Explore the full Queen Charlotte track in a small group setting, completely supported by knowledgeable local guides and surrounded by the superb natural beauty of the Sounds👣🍃

Learn about the Maori legends, history, and landscape of the Marlborough region on our Queen Charlotte Guided Explorer

Hike the Queen Charlotte Track with our experienced guides to discover the history and sublime natural beauty of this special pocket of NZ's Marlborough Sounds region.

15/06/2023

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"This track is my best to date. You get everything on this trip. GREAT leader, GREAT food, nice lodges and GREAT staff at the lodges, snow, sunburn, lol wind, mountains, beach and a very knowledgeable leader."

- Charles,E, Jr. | Hump Ridge Guided Walk

Hike the Hump Ridge Track: Trek through beach, bush and sub-alpine scenery on one of New Zealand's finest multi-day walks

06/06/2023

Experience the tranquility of New Zealand like never before on our LATEST TRIP 🌿🌟

Get ready to embark on our upcoming trip, an exclusive adventure that will take you to one of the most mesmorising parts of the North Island. With the sound of birds and waterfalls, mountain views as far as the eye can see and a chance to unwind in a hot tub under the night sky after the day's walk.

Explore the detailed itinerary here:
https://www.greatwalksofnewzealand.co.nz/private/BNNSGB

Hike New Zealand's famous wildernes on a self guided walking tour or guided hiking trip. Affordable, flexible and fun - discover our amazing range of great walks in New Zealand.

02/06/2023

Any guesses to where this might be?

Stay tuned for updates on our newest North Island adventure.. more details to come!

30/05/2023

🔥 EXPERIENCE THIS TRIP FOR THE FIRST TIME

We are a little excited.. 16th November 2023 is the first time EVER that our South Island Hike & Kayak Trip will be departing!

Unlock your inner adventurer and explore magnificent trails over 12 glorious days. Come face to face with active glaciers, an unforgettable kayak down Lake Wakana, completed with an overnight cruise in the remote Fiords, Doubtful Sounds.

We are looking for 2 more people to join us on this once in a lifetime multi activity adventure👇👇
https://www.greatwalksofnewzealand.co.nz/south-island/trekking-hiking/guided/south-island-hike-kayak

Hike New Zealand's famous wildernes on a self guided walking tour or guided hiking trip. Affordable, flexible and fun - discover our amazing range of great walks in New Zealand.

25/05/2023

NEW TRIP ALERT! 😍
Get a taste of three of South Island's most popular Great Walks on our new Kepler, Milford and Routeburn Guided Walk.

You'll heli-hike beyond Kepler's main trails to a hidden alpine wonderland, bag a summit on the Routeburn Track and immerse yourself in the beauty as you cruise through the fjords in Milford Sound

Check out our new trip here
https://www.greatwalksofnewzealand.co.nz/southland-fiordland/guided-walks/guided/best-of-kepler-milford-and-routeburn-guided-walk

12/05/2023

What other hiking experience includes a helicopter?🚁

Experience the untouched Kepler Mountains by helicopter on Day 2 of the Kepler, Milford and Routeburn Guided Walk.

This all-inclusive 5 Day tour allows you to see the best of the South Island Great Walks from water, forest and air.

NZ Fiordland walking tours: Small group guided walks on three iconic trails in New Zealand including Kepler, Milford and Routeburn.

16/02/2023

Found a hidden gem in New Zealand this weekend.

No internet, phones, radio or tv - just a disconnect and reset whilst on a fabulous walk.

If you’re looking for an escape then come with us to Island Hills! 🏞️

19/12/2022

Will 2023 be about taking on a new personal challenge?

Perhaps a self-guided hike along the Old Ghost Road can help you with that.

Enjoy a taste of the west coast wilderness and heritage on this self guided walk of the historic Old Ghost Road, tracing the route of an old gold mining road

24/11/2022

Psssssst…….the word is finally out!

You asked for it, and we listened.

A walk that combines three of New Zealand’s iconic walks: Kepler, Milford and Routeburn, wrapped in one neat parcel and just in time for Christmas!

https://www.greatwalksofnewzealand.co.nz/southland-fiordland/guided-walks/guided/best-of-kepler-milford-and-routeburn-guided-walk

16/11/2022

NEW TRIP! Enjoy a hike like no other in New Zealand, exploring a diverse range of landscapes and vegetation on this true back country experience on a private conservation reserve.
Our new self-guided walk will see you explore 30kms of trails over 3 days amidst the high mountains of Island Hills where your nights are spent surrounded by the stars and the wild in amongst the bush on a QEII conservation covenant deep in the heart of the high country.
Walks run until March.

There is no better way to really explore New Zealand then on a remote and truly back country experience. You will explore a diverse range of landscapes and vegetations across 3 days of walking. The private track is part of a working sheep, cattle and honey farm that has its own private conservation....

13/09/2022

The New Zealand hiking season is coming up quickly. If you're stuck for ideas, start here.

Perhaps you’re looking to escape to the wilderness for a holiday? Or maybe you’re seeking a life changing, personal journey. Either way there’s plenty