Trekking New Zealand

Trekking in New Zealand

New Zealand has excellent opportunities for trekking all over the country and with 24% of the nations land in protected conservation areas, including 14 National Parks, the opportunities for trekking in New Zealand are endless.

Hiking New Zealand has a good many guided treks and trekking tours to meet your comfort and fitness levels. See the selection below or go to our Trip Search to quickly find the trekking trips that best suits your requirements.

Alpine Hike

Ball Pass Alpine Trek

  • 3 days @ NZ$1,300
  • Start/Finish: Tekapo return
  • Nights: Backcountry Huts

An alpine trek taking you to the heights of the Southern Alps. Learn to use crampons and ice-axes and apply your knowledge while climbing under the supervision of your guide. Gaze in wonder at the dramatic faces of Mount Cook, ascend the...

Ball Pass Alpine Trek map
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    Multi-day Hiking
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    Kayaking
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    Rafting
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    Caving
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    Biking
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    Glacier Walking
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    Scuba Diving
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    Snorkelling
   
Hiking Safari

Volcanoes & Rainforest

  • 10 days @ NZ$2,190
  • Start/Finish: Auckland/ Wellington
  • Nights: Backcountry Huts, Camping

Get up close to New Zealand's most famous volcanoes, hike through ancient rainforest and river gorges during three multi-day hikes. Capture the true essence of geo-thermal activity in hot rivers, explore beautiful lakes, alpine...

Volcanoes & Rainforest map
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    Multi-day Hiking
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    Kayaking
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    Caving
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    Touring
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    Rafting
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    Biking
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    Glacier Walking
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    Scuba Diving
   
Hiking Safari

West Coast Wilderness

  • 11 days @ NZ$2,290
  • Start/Finish: Nelson / Queenstown
  • Nights: Camping, Backcountry Huts

A unique opportunity to be totally immersed in the pristine wilderness of the West Coast. Hike through lush rainforests, soak in natural hotpools beneath majestic mountains, visit glaciers and kayak on a giant wetland area. Total...

West Coast Wilderness map
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    Multi-day Hiking
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    Touring
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    Kayaking
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    Glacier Walking
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    Caving
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    Helicopter Flight
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    Rafting
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    Biking
   
Hiking Safari

Secret South

  • 11 days @ NZ$2,290
  • Start/Finish: Queenstown/ Christchurch
  • Nights: Camping, Backcountry Huts

Take a journey to secret locations where rare wildlife play and exquisite scenery takes over. Your small group can enjoy the serenity of beautiful mountain ranges, crystal clear lakes and calm fiords while hiking, kayaking, cycling and...

Secret South map
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    Multi-day Hiking
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    Day Hikes
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    Touring
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    Kayaking
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    Marine Mammals
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    Biking
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    Rafting
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    Caving
   
Hiking Safari

The Far North

  • 6 days @ NZ$1,090
  • Start/Finish: Auckland return
  • Nights: Camping

Reach the very tip of New Zealand, hike stunning coastal tracks, kayak around volcanic headlands, island outcrops and mangrove forest. Try your hand at sand-boarding massive dunes and snorkelling in clear waters, camp in secluded...

The Far North map
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    Day Hikes
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    Kayaking
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    Snorkelling
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    Touring
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    Multi-day Hiking
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    Rafting
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    Caving
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    Biking
   
Great Hike

Hump Ridge Track

  • 3.5 days @ NZ$1,595
  • Start/Finish: Tuatapere/ Tuatapere
  • Nights: Lodges

Explore the southern edge of Fiordland and the unique combination of beach, bush and sub alpine scenery. Experienced guides share their knowledge of the historic areas as you enjoy commanding views of the south coast, Lake Poteriteri,...

Hump Ridge Track map
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    Multi-day Hiking
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    Helicopter Flight
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    Kayaking
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    Rafting
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    Caving
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    Biking
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    Glacier Walking
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    Scuba Diving
   
Great Hike

Stewart Island Track

  • 4.5 days @ NZ$1,995
  • Start/Finish: Invercargill/Invercargill return
  • Nights: Camping, Backcountry Huts

The best chance most people will ever have to see New Zealand's national bird, the kiwi, in its natural environment. Breathe fresh sea air, hear rare bird calls and enjoy the solitude of Stewart Island. Travel by light plane to the...

Stewart Island Track map
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    Multi-day Hiking
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    Kayaking
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    Bird Watching
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    Scenic Flight
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    Rafting
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    Caving
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    Biking
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    Glacier Walking
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    Scuba Diving
   
Great Hike

Hollyford Walk

  • 3 days @ NZ$1,795
  • Start/Finish: Queenstown / Te Anau return
  • Nights: Lodges

Located in Fiordland National Park, the dramatic Hollyford Track is one of New Zealand's greatest walks, representing the country's wilderness at its most undisturbed and inspiring. The diversity of landforms, vegetation and wildlife...

Hollyford Walk map
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    Multi-day Hiking
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    Scenic Flight
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    Jet Boating
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    Kayaking
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    Rafting
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    Caving
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    Biking
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    Glacier Walking
   
Hiking Tour

South Island Adventure

  • 14 days @ US$5,059
  • Start/Finish: Christchurch return
  • Nights: Backcountry Huts, Lodges

This is an active adventure - visit the icons of the South Island, tackle some of New Zealand's most stunning, challenging day hikes, plus you choose a three-day option of hiking in Nelson Lakes National Park, cycling or kayaking in...

South Island Adventure map
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    Multi-day Hiking
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    Day Hikes
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    Touring
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    Kayaking
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    Biking
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    Snorkelling
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    Glacier Walking
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    Marine Mammals
   

 

 

For a wider selection of New Zealand trekking options see the following:

Great Hikes - Guided treks from 3-7 days with comfortable accommodation and delicious meals provided.

Hiking Safaris - Small group trekking tours involving multi-day hikes, camping and often kayaking and caving.

Hiking Tours - Tours involving day hikes and other outdoor activities such as cycling, kayaking & caving.

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