Short walks

• 13 mins from Aoraki/Mount Cook Village
• 2 hrs 35 mins from Wānaka

Discover New Zealand's longest glacier with this walk that takes in alpine-fed lakes and glacier moulded landscapes.

• 1 hr from Wānaka
• 2 hours 40 mins from Franz Josef

Wander through beautiful native forests and over a swing bridge to experience the pristine waters of the the Makarora River's Blue Pools.

• 15 mins from Westport
• 1 hr 30 mins from Greymouth

The Cape Foulwind Walkway is a family-friendly walking trail. There's plenty to see, including a fur seal colony, a lighthouse, and panoramic views of the mountains and coastline.

• 50 mins from Whitianga
• 2 hrs 30 mins from Auckland

Cathedral Cove Walk is closed until summer 2023 –24 due to storm damage.

• 30 mins from Franz Josef
• 2 hrs 45 mins from Greymouth

Wander through ancient forest and gaze on mirror-like reflections of New Zealand's highest mountain Aoraki/Mount Cook on this easy Lake Matheson hike.

• 25 mins from Auckland

Travel to the dormant volcano island just off the coast of Auckland. Climb to the summit and experience panoramic views.

• 26 mins from Westport
• 3 hrs 40 mins from Nelson

Hike along a disused railway line through tunnels, over bridges and along deep gorges. Enjoy native forest, waterfalls and sweeping views.

• 1 hr from Whangārei
• 1 hr 30 mins from Auckland

Journey over beaches and cliff tops, through farmlands and native forests to discover views that reach all the way down to the Hauraki Gulf.

• 30 mins from Whangārei

Wander through regenerating native forest to the summit of Mount Manaia, where rocky outcrops create perfect natural lookouts with spectacular views.

• WEST COAST
• 1 hour 40 mins from Wānaka

From swamp forest to windswept sand dunes these two short walks will give you give a real taste of the wild West Coast.

• WELLINGTON
• 20 mins from central Wellington

This is a circular track that circles Matiu/Soames Island in Wellington Harbour, allowing you to enjoy a peaceful walk amidst nature and history while enjoying 360-degree views.

• FIORDLAND
• 1 hour from Te Anau
• 1 hour 45 mins from Invercargill

Lake Monowai is a very peaceful paradise at the edge of Fiordland National Park.

• WELLINGTON
• 30 mins from Wellington

Put half a day aside for this easy coastal walk to Red Rocks and a fur seal colony on the south side of Wellington. Make sure to take a drink and lunch!

• NELSON TASMAN
• 1 hour from Tākaka
• 2 hrs 30 mins from Nelson

A easy walk along the most spectacular coastline in the region, passing through farmland and forest.

• NELSON TASMAN
• 2 mins from Nelson Central

The Centre of New Zealand, on Botanical Hill at the start of the Maitai Valley, is an iconic walk in Nelson.

• WAIRARAPA
• 15 mins from Wairarapa

Fensham Reserve is an easy-going bush walk on the outskirts of Carterton in the Wairarapa.

• WEST COAST
• 35 mins from Greymouth
• 40 mins from Westport

Follow the Pororari River upstream into the impressive Paparoa National Park. Pass between dramatic limestone cliffs and through sub-tropical forest.

• WĀNAKA 
• 10mins from Wānaka

This family friendly track follows the Clutha River/Mata-Au from its starting point of Lake Wānaka.

• 11 mins from Dunedin

Explore the sea-carved sandstone cliffs, rock arches and caves at Tunnel Beach; look for fossils as you descend through the pioneers' hand-carved tunnel.

• WEST COAST
• 5 mins from Franz Josef township

Not for the fainthearted, this track winds through a rocky riverbed. You'll be rewarded with stunning glacier views.

• ROTORUA
• Start in central Rotorua

Walk, run or ride along a scenic lakeside trail on the front porch of downtown Rotorua. Learn about the local birdlife and geothermal activity.

• WĀNAKA
• 5 mins from Wānaka

Just outside of Wānaka, the track ascends for 250 metres. At the top, experience awesome 360 views.

• WAIRARAPA
• 1 hour from Wairarapa
• 2 h 30 mins from Wellington

Named in 1770 by Captain Cook who thought Castle Rock looked similar to the battlements of a castle.

• DUNEDIN
• 15 minutes from Dunedin

Hike along the Pineapple Track high above Dunedin and enjoy magnificent views of the city and Taieri Plains.

• WAITAKI
• 3 mins from central Oamaru

Work up an appetite with one of Oamaru's scenic walks. Choose the challenging Skyline Walk or the relatively easy South Hill Walkway.

• 50 mins from Hamilton 

This totally unique experience allows visitors to get up close to New Zealand’s native flora and fauna in natural, self-sustaining forest surroundings.

• Tairawhiti
• 5 mins from Tolaga Bay
• 45 mins from Gisborne

Picnic in Cooks Cove where Captain Cook restocked and repaired his ship.

• THE COROMANDEL
• 12 mins from Whangamatā

Camp beside a river in a quiet rural valley and walk through native forest to a picturesque waterfall and abandoned gold mines.

• Christchurch-Canterbury
• 5 mins from Kaikōura

There are a number of different segments in this walkway. Cross the peninsula’s cliff top and soak up the ocean views.

• WAIRARAPA
• 1 hr 50 mins from Wairarapa

You don't have to travel far to find yourself in another world. The Putangirua Pinnacles are just an hour's drive from Martinborough.

• QUEENSTOWN
• 4 mins from Queenstown

In the heart of town, and a favourite with locals, the Queenstown Hill Time Walk offers spectacular views of Queenstown and the area around Lake Wakatipu.

• MARLBOROUGH
• 5 mins from Picton

Close to Picton, the track ascends to the Queen Charlotte View Lookout. Great views along the way.

• WAIKATO
• 5 mins from Putāruru
• 45 mins from Rotorua

Walk the Te Waihou Walkway and explore the famous Blue Spring, which supplies around 70% of New Zealand's bottled water.

• AUCKLAND
• 30 mins from Auckland

Go west to the Waitākere Ranges and wind through wild and stunning locations like Huia, Piha and Muriwai.

• THE COROMANDEL
• 1 hour 30 mins from Auckland

Entdecke die Hinterlassenschaften der Goldgräber, spaziere am Ohinemuri Fluss entlang und lasse die beeindruckende Karangahake Schlucht auf dich wirken.

• WELLINGTON
• 30 mins from Wellington

Diese Strandwanderung an der wilden Westküste führt zu spektakulären Aussichten in die Ferne.

• 1 hour 20 mins from Nelson to Kaiteriteri or Mārahau then 1 hour further by boat
• NELSON TASMAN

Cruise into the heart of the National Park to walk the most varied section of the Coastal Track. Optional side trip to Cleopatra’s Pool.

• QUEENSTOWN
• 25 mins from Queenstown
• on the Glenorchy-Queenstown Road.

Exercise your mind as well as your legs on this three hour loop track. There's a lot to be learned about gold mining here.

• CHRISTCHURCH-CANTERBURY
• 1hr 30mins from Christchurch

Traverse the edge of the Rakaia Gorge and marvel at the spectacular geological areas.

• WĀNAKA
• 1 hour from Wānaka

Walk into the alpine zone beneath Mount Rob Roy. This half day on-foot adventure brings you face to face with active glaciers.

• TARANAKI
• Can be started at various points.

Stretch your legs along the award-winning promenade walkway that extends along the New Plymouth coastline.

• ROTORUA
• 20 min from Rotorua

Explore forest walks that lead to a series of beautiful waterfalls, the Tutea Caves and Hinemoa's Steps.

• BAY OF PLENTY
• 15 mins from Waihī

Walk from Waihī beach to Orokawa Bay. A hidden gem with white sandy beaches and overhanging pohutukawa trees.

• LAKE TAUPŌ
• 3 min from Taupō centre

Explore the scenic beauty of Lake Taupō by stretching your legs along one of many lakeside walking trails.

• 30 mins from Franz Josef Village
• 3 hrs 10 mins from Wānaka

The Fox Glacier South Side Walkway and Cycleway is a beautiful forest track with excellent views of Fox Glacier