Hiking in New Zealand continued...
Abel Tasman Coastal Track
The Abel Tasman Coast Track is a 51 km, easy to moderate walking track that passes through a picturesque landscape of coastal forests and golden sandy beaches. All streams are bridged and most people can walk it in 3 - 5 days with plenty of time to explore. Sea Kayaking around the coast is also a very popular New Zealand vacation option.
Heaphy Track
Crosses a range of landscapes in Kahurangi National Park, from the junction of the Brown and Aorere Rivers, over expansive tussock downs to the lush forests and roaring sea of the West Coast.
Kepler Track
A 67 km, moderate hike that takes three to four days to complete. It traverses lake edges, beech forest, alpine mountain tops and a U-shaped glacial valley.
Lake Waikaremoana Track
Magnificent forested scenery and plenty of opportunity for swimming and fishing are features of this walk.
Rakiura Track
A 29 kilometre, 3 day tramping track suitable for anyone with moderate fitness. It can be walked year round.
Routeburn Track
The Routeburn Track is a 32 kilometre, two to three day, moderate hiking track which links Mount Aspiring and Fiordland National Parks via the Harris Saddle (1,277 metres). Features of the track include waterfalls, forested valleys, rich birdlife, lakes and spectacular mountain scenery.
Queen Charlotte Track
Charlotte Track offers a spectacular 71-kilometre trip that can be done in 3-5 days cutting through the Marlborough Sounds, from the historic Ship Cove through to Anakiwa. Please note that the entire Queen Charlotte Track is open to Mountain Biking from March 1 to November 30 each year.
For more information on hiking in New Zealand please see..
DOC - New Zealand Department of Conservation (Te Papa Atawhai)
