By Vaughn Brookfield
By Amos Chapple
Experience New Zealand at its best with a multi-day hike through the country's most iconic scenery, beautiful national parks and diverse landscapes.
New Zealand offers a huge range of multi-day hikes located throughout the country.
Circumnavigate active volcanoes, traverse rugged pinnacles or wind your way through pristine rainforest in the North Island. Travel south and discover the stunning coastal scenery, diverse landscapes and challenging alpine climbs of the South Island.
Find your ultimate hiking experience below.
Nelson Tasman
GRADE: EASY - INTERMEDIATE
5 Days - 51 Kms
Nelson Tasman
GRADE: EASY - INTERMEDIATE
5 Days - 51 Kms
Explore the beautiful beaches and remarkable rock formations and encounter cheeky wildlife amidst beautiful Abel Tasman National Park.
Christchurch - Canterbury
Grade: EXPERT
3 Days - 35 km 1400m ascent
Christchurch - Canterbury
Grade: EXPERT
3 Days - 35 km 1400m ascent
Ball Pass Crossing is a demanding route that rewards experienced trekkers with unforgettable alpine scenery.
West Coast
GRADE: INTERMEDIATE
2 Days - 21 km
West Coast
GRADE: INTERMEDIATE
2 Days - 21 km
The park contains some of New Zealand's finest native beech forest, as well as relics from the region's famous gold rush.
West Coast
Grade: Intermediate
2 Days - 36 km (return)
West Coast
Grade: Intermediate
2 Days - 36 km (return)
The 2-day Copland Track offers stunning forest, river and alpine vistas as it winds its way towards the naturally heated Welcome Flat Hot Pools.
Stewart Island - Rakiura
Grade: ADVANCED
8 - 10 Days - 84 km (one way)
Stewart Island - Rakiura
Grade: ADVANCED
8 - 10 Days - 84 km (one way)
If you want to immerse yourself in the mountains, valleys and absolute remoteness of Fiordland, the Dusky Track is calling.
West Coast
GRADE: INTERMEDIATE
4-6 Days - 78.4 KM
West Coast
GRADE: INTERMEDIATE
4-6 Days - 78.4 KM
This ancient Maori trail crosses over tussock downs to lush forests, through Nikau palms and onward to the roaring seas of the West Coast.
Queenstown
GRADE: ADVANCED
4 - 5 Days - 56 km
Queenstown
GRADE: ADVANCED
4 - 5 Days - 56 km
Step into the dramatic Hollyford Valley and enter a world that looks the same today as it did thousands of years ago.
The Coromandel
GRADE: INTERMEDIATE
1-2 Days - 12 km
The Coromandel
GRADE: INTERMEDIATE
1-2 Days - 12 km
The Pinnacles Track climbs through ruggedly beautiful mountain ranges in The Coromandel. It's one of New Zealand's most popular overnight walks.
Fiordland
GRADE: INTERMEDIATE
4 Days - 60 KM
Fiordland
GRADE: INTERMEDIATE
4 Days - 60 KM
This awe-inspiring track was designed to show you all the best features of Fiordland - mountains, native forest, waterfalls and glacier-carved valleys.
Hawke's Bay
GRADE: INTERMEDIATE
3-4 Days - 46 KM
Hawke's Bay
GRADE: INTERMEDIATE
3-4 Days - 46 KM
Journey into the enchanted green world that surrounds beautiful Lake Waikaremoana. Venture through rainforest, wetlands and a magical ‘goblin forest'.
Taranaki
GRADE: ADVANCED
3 - 5 Days - 42 km (one way)
Taranaki
GRADE: ADVANCED
3 - 5 Days - 42 km (one way)
Follow an old Maori trail that links the Forgotten World Highway with the Whanganui River. This is wilderness at its wildest.
Fiordland
GRADE: EASY - INTERMEDIATE
4 Days - 53.5 KM
Fiordland
GRADE: EASY - INTERMEDIATE
4 Days - 53.5 KM
New Zealand’s most famous walk, the Milford Track has been thrilling hikers for more than 150 years. The alpine and fiord scenery is as perfect as ever.
Wairarapa
GRADE: INTERMEDIATE
1 - 3 Days - 24 km (loop)
Wairarapa
GRADE: INTERMEDIATE
1 - 3 Days - 24 km (loop)
Pack a picnic basket for a day trip or gear up for a three day hike - this section of the Tararua Forest Park has something for everyone.
Marlborough
GRADE: ADVANCED
2 Days - 27 km
Marlborough
GRADE: ADVANCED
2 Days - 27 km
Journey through farmland and lush native forest. Enjoy panoramic views of the Marlborough Sounds and overnight at historic Nydia Bay.
Taranaki
GRADE: ADVANCED
2 - 3 Days - 25 km
Taranaki
GRADE: ADVANCED
2 - 3 Days - 25 km
The Pouākai Circuit ventures through some of the most beautiful areas of Egmont National Park/Te Papakura o Taranaki, including the iconic reflective Pouākai Tarn.
Marlborough
Easy - Intermediate
3-5 Days - 70 km
Marlborough
Easy - Intermediate
3-5 Days - 70 km
Experience the heart of the Marlborough Sounds as you journey through lush coastal bush and along skyline ridges.
Stewart Island - Rakiura
GRADE: INTERMEDIATE
3 Days - 32 KMS
Stewart Island - Rakiura
GRADE: INTERMEDIATE
3 Days - 32 KMS
Stewart Island is a world where nature is very much in charge. Discover peace, birdsong and scenery that has barely changed in thousands of years
Wanaka
GRADE: ADVANCED
4 - 5 Days - 86 km
Wanaka
GRADE: ADVANCED
4 - 5 Days - 86 km
Hike along two magnificent river valleys enclosed by towering mountains. A glacier side trip adds to the adventure.
Ruapehu
GRADE: ADVANCED
6 Days - 66.2 km
Ruapehu
GRADE: ADVANCED
6 Days - 66.2 km
Walk around a volcanic mountain and immerse yourself for days in the strong, silent beauty of this World Heritage area.
Fiordland
GRADE: INTERMEDIATE
3 Days - 32 km
Fiordland
GRADE: INTERMEDIATE
3 Days - 32 km
With soaring mountain peaks, huge valleys, waterfalls and jewel-like lakes, this track links the Mount Aspiring National Park with Fiordland National Park.
Christchurch - Canterbury
GRADE: ADVANCED
5 Days - 66 km
Christchurch - Canterbury
GRADE: ADVANCED
5 Days - 66 km
The St James Walkway combines diverse scenery, wildlife and vegetation on an undemanding trail through sub-alpine conservation and reserve areas.
Ruapehu
GRADE: INTERMEDIATE
4 Days - 41 km
Ruapehu
GRADE: INTERMEDIATE
4 Days - 41 km
This amazing walk encircles Mount Ngauruhoe, an active volcano in Tongariro National Park. You’ll see craters, explosion pits, lava flows and more.
Nelson Tasman
GRADE: ADVANCED
4-7 Days - 80 km (loop)
Nelson Tasman
GRADE: ADVANCED
4-7 Days - 80 km (loop)
This Nelson Lakes hike is an epic 80km journey through an alpine landscape, traversing mountains, forests and rushing streams.
Southland
GRADE: INTERMEDIATE
3 Days - 61 km (loop)
Southland
GRADE: INTERMEDIATE
3 Days - 61 km (loop)
The acclaimed Tuatapere Hump Ridge Track is an epic walking adventure known for its fascinating blend of nature and heritage.
Ruapehu
Grade:Canoe journey
5 Days - 145 km
Ruapehu
Grade:Canoe journey
5 Days - 145 km
Take a walk down the Whanganui River, without touching the ground. This memorable kayak or canoe adventure flows through a wildly beautiful national park.