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Admiring the rolling farmland hills along the Kaikoura Coast Track | Janet Oldham
Admiring the rolling farmland hills along the Kaikoura Coast Track | Janet Oldham
Why choose a self guided walk
If you think that independent travel is a better option than organised trips, this review of both styles may make you think again
Standing on top of the world - or close enough to - Tuatapere Hump Ridge Track | Shane Boocock
Standing on top of the world - or close enough to - Tuatapere Hump Ridge Track | Shane Boocock
Tuatapere Hump Ridge Track - Stairway to Heaven
Join travel editor, writer, global tour guide and all around nice guy, Shane Boocock, on his journey on the Tuatapere Hump Ridge Track and find out what it's like to walk one of Southland's most iconic tracks.
A family out enjoying one of New Zealand's fabulous coastal walks | Fraser Clements
A family out enjoying one of New Zealand's fabulous coastal walks | Fraser Clements
3 reasons for an outdoor summer family holiday
Have kids, but worried about travelling with them? See some of the main reasons why a family holiday has great benefits.
A rare blue duck stands defiant on the Old Ghost Road | Brent Fagan
A rare blue duck stands defiant on the Old Ghost Road | Brent Fagan
For all the 'twitchers' out there - Top 10 New Zealand birds
The wilderness of NZ is where our native birds thrive. Whether you’re a bird watcher or avid twitcher, here are the best NZ birds to keep a look out for on your walk.
Time to put the pack down and simply admire the view from Skull Peak | Janet Oldham
Time to put the pack down and simply admire the view from Skull Peak | Janet Oldham
3 gear mistakes to avoid when going on a trek
Heading into the great outdoors for a day or a week long trek? Read these tips to avoid making these common mistakes on your walking holiday.
Don't walk too close - a sign warning about local wildlife on the Banks Peninsula | Janet Oldham
Don't walk too close - a sign warning about local wildlife on the Banks Peninsula | Janet Oldham
Don't let language be a barrier - learn the "Kiwi" way
One of the joys and battles of travel can often be language. As we all know, a particular word in one country, means something completely different in another. Here are some "Kiwi" words to help you on your way.
Rocky tors and boardwalk on Hump Ridge above Okaka Lodge | Sandra Appleby
Rocky tors and boardwalk on Hump Ridge above Okaka Lodge | Sandra Appleby
5 New Zealand Bucket list walks
Perhaps you’re looking to escape to the wilderness for a holiday? Or maybe you’re seeking a life changing, personal journey. Either way there’s plenty of Bucket List walks in Aotearoa to discover.
Enjoying a glass of wine in the Marlborough region. | MarlboroughNZ
Enjoying a glass of wine in the Marlborough region. | MarlboroughNZ
Why you should visit Marlborough and Nelson Tasman Regions
With the most sunshine hours in New Zealand, stunning coastal walks and great wine and seafood, find out why you should visit the two regions at the top of the South Island.
Enjoying the solitude of the Abel Tasman Coast Track | abeltasman.com
Enjoying the solitude of the Abel Tasman Coast Track | abeltasman.com
How you can support community projects whilst on your walk
As global demand for community focused travel grows, see how you can help the cause during your New Zealand adventure.
The local landowner may accompany walkers through their land | Janet Oldham
The local landowner may accompany walkers through their land | Janet Oldham
Why hike on Ben Lomond Station?
Ben Lomond Station is one of the few remaining high-country stations owned and operated by New Zealanders. So what makes a hike here special?
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