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Hiking Tours in New Zealand

New Zealand's landscapes change dramatically from one region to the next, where hiking trails lead through ancient forests, along golden beaches, and across dramatic alpine passes. On one trip you can climb Rangitoto, a volcanic island off Auckland, walk among geysers near Rotorua, cruise Milford Sound and hike to Key Summit on the Routeburn Track. Along the way, look out for sea lions, dolphins, penguins and, if you're lucky, the elusive kiwi.

Hike Queen Charlotte Track above Marlborough Sound, or the Abel Tasman Track's golden beaches in 4 or 5 days. Drive yourself and hike the Highlights of New Zealand or the shorter South Island Adventure. For a truly immersive experience, our Best of New Zealand gives you 26 days exploring both islands.

Lodges, water taxis and luggage transfers are booked on the track walks, rental car, ferries and internal flights on the Drive & Hikes. And, when it's summer in New Zealand, it's winter at home!

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  • 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
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  • New Zealand

    Queen Charlotte Track

    • Walking
    • 4 days
    • Moderate
    from$1,670CAD pp
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  • New Zealand

    Highlights of New Zealand

    • Walking
    • 14 days
    • Moderate
    from$7,075CAD pp
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  • New Zealand

    Abel Tasman Track

    • Walking
    • 4–5 days
    • Easy - Moderate
    from$2,735CAD pp
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  • New Zealand

    Highlights of New Zealand In Style

    • Walking
    • 14 days
    • Moderate
    from$11,360CAD pp
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Find your pace

  • Easy

    Up to 5 miles per day

    Flat, well-kept paths; ideal for beginners

  • Easy - Moderate

    6–9 miles per day

    Good paths, some gentle climbs; active beginners

  • Moderate

    10–12 miles per day

    Mixed trails, regular climbs; for regular hikers

  • Moderate - Challenging

    15–17 miles per day

    Remote mountainous terrain; experienced hikers

  • Challenging

    17+ miles per day

    Scrambles, big drop-offs; very experienced hikers

  • Strenuous

    19+ miles per day

    High passes, sustained ascents; expert, very fit hikers

Get to know walking in New Zealand

December to March is prime hiking weather in New Zealand, and it lines up nicely with winter back home. Our track walks run from September or October to April, and the Drive & Hike trips run from September to May. Book 6 to 9 months ahead, as lodges on the tracks fill up.

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