Hiking New Zealand

Active Adventure

New Zealand is one of the best hiking destinations in the world. We have 13 National Parks and 2 World Heritage Areas, with an amazing variety of landscapes; volcanoes, fiords, snow capped mountains, glaciers, lakes, rainforests and rugged coastlines. Hiking New Zealand have put together a range of safaris and hikes for people who have come to New Zealand to experience our untouched wilderness.

Typical Day

Drive 2-3 hours, stop for lunch and a swim, pack gear for a 2-3 day hike, hike for 3-5 hours, learn river-crossing techniques, hear about rain forest, set up camp, collect firewood, cook dinner together, campfire yarns.

Age range, type of group

16-65 years. People must be reasonably fit. Many individual travellers, some couples and friends - all like-minded, wanting to get off the beaten track.

Sleeping and meals

Camping with campfires most nights. Some back-country huts. Everybody helps prepare meals. Camping/food kitty operates at local payment of NZ$25/day.

Restrictions

Fitness requirements depend on the grade of the trip. Please tell us if you have any medical conditions as we will be operating in wilderness areas. Also let us know if you have any allergies or dietary requirements. We can cater for most food intolerances.

Rates

Far North 5.5 day - NZS$635 (+$25 per day kitty)
Volcanoes and Rainforest 10 day - NZ$1195 (+$25 per day kitty)
West Coast 11 Day - NZ$1235 (+$25 per day kitty)
Secret South 11 day - NZ$1235 (+$25 per day kitty)
Fault-line Adventure 8 day - NZ$2750

Other Information

Please contact us if you have any further queries

Discounts Offered

We donate NZ$5 per ticket sale to the NZ Wildlife Research Fund, contributing to the success of the Hector's Dolphin. Possible discount available for booking two 10-day trips.