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Hiking Vacations in February

Hiking Vacations in February

February is late summer in New Zealand - settled weather, warm days and long evenings on the trail. It's also a good month for a mild-weather hike in Portugal, where the Algarve and the coast near Lisbon stay walkable while much of Europe waits for spring.

Take a New Zealand Drive & Hike at your own pace, walk the Algarve's golden clifftops and sea caves, or hike from Sintra's hilltop palaces down to the Atlantic at Cascais.

20+ years of self-guided hiking expertise - Macs Adventure is a leader in self-guided travel, with hand-picked accommodation and route notes on every trip.

  • Couple on the Queen Charlotte's Track in New Zealand

    Queen Charlotte Track, New Zealand

  • A place these routes go

    Milford Sound, New Zealand

  • A place these routes go

    Cabo São Vicente, Algarve, Portugal

10 hand-picked routes

  • Portugal

    Algarve Coastal Trails

    • Walking
    • 7 days
    • Moderate
    from$2,295CAD pp
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  • Portugal

    Madeira: The Flower Island

    • Walking
    • 8 days
    • Moderate
    from$3,050CAD pp
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  • Spain

    Walking in La Gomera

    • Walking
    • 8 days
    • Moderate - Challenging
    from$2,440CAD pp
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  • Portugal

    Authentic Algarve By Bike

    • Cycling
    • 8 days
    • Moderate
    from$2,465CAD pp
    View Route
  • New Zealand

    The Best of New Zealand

    • Walking
    • 26 days
    • Moderate
    from$9,175CAD pp
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  • New Zealand

    New Zealand: South Island Adventure

    • Walking
    • 19 days
    • Moderate
    from$7,570CAD pp
    View Route
  • Portugal

    Algarve Cycling Short Break

    • Cycling
    • 5 days
    • Easy - Moderate
    from$1,120CAD pp
    View Route
  • New Zealand

    Highlights of New Zealand

    • Walking
    • 14 days
    • Moderate
    from$7,075CAD pp
    View Route
  • Spain

    Island Hopping: Tenerife & La Gomera

    • Walking
    • 8 days
    • Moderate - Challenging
    from$4,185CAD pp
    View Route
  • New Zealand

    Highlights of New Zealand In Style

    • Walking
    • 14 days
    • Moderate
    from$11,360CAD pp
    View Route

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Get to know Hiking Vacations in February

Why February is worth planning around.

  • Why is February good for hiking?

    It's full late summer in New Zealand, with settled weather and long days, and Portugal's Atlantic coast is mild and quiet ahead of spring.

  • What's the weather like?

    New Zealand stays warm, typically 68-77°F. The Algarve and Lisbon coast run cooler, around 55-62°F, with occasional rain.

  • How far ahead should I book?

    New Zealand's summer is high season, so 6+ months ahead is best. Portugal routes can often be booked 3-4 months out.

  • What should I pack?

    Standard summer hiking gear for New Zealand. Layers and a waterproof jacket for Portugal, where February mornings can be cool.

  • Where will I stay?

    Accommodation is hand-selected - think comfortable lodges and small hotels across New Zealand, and coastal guesthouses and small hotels in Portugal.

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