New Zealand's Great Walks

New Zealand's Great Walks

Tongariro Alpine Crossing

Alpine volcanic peaks, emerald crater lakes, and lunar landscapes.

Milford Track & Piopiotahi

Glacial valleys, roaring waterfalls, and towering fiord cliffs.

Routeburn Track & Lake Harris

Sub-alpine tarns, high mountain passes, and beech forest valleys.

Aotearoa New Zealand is home to some of the most diverse and spectacular trekking landscapes on the planet. This collection documents my experiences across the official Great Walks network—ranging from the high alpine passes of the Southern Alps to the ancient, temperate rainforests of the North Island. Follow along as I map out the logistics, gear requirements, and trail reports for all eleven premier routes.

North Island Te Ika-a-Māui

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Tongariro Northern Circuit

Volcanic craters and emerald lakes.

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Lake Waikaremoana

Remote wilderness & ancient shores.

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Whanganui Journey

Untouched gorges & historic river bends.

South Island Te Waipounamu

Milford Track

The finest walk in the world.

Routeburn Track

The ultimate alpine traverse.

Coming March 2027

Kepler Track

Soaring tussock ridge-lines above Fiordland.

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Abel Tasman Coast

Coastal golden sands.

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Heaphy Track

Diverse wilderness & coast.

Coming Soon

Paparoa Track

Limestone mountain vistas.

Coming Soon

Hump Ridge Track

Sub-alpine coastal ridges.

Coming Soon

Rakiura Track

Island birdlife haven.

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