Travellers searching for the best guided or self guided walks in New Zealand often look for an operator that offers expert support, strong safety practices and well designed itineraries. Great Walks of New Zealand specialises in multi day hiking trips across Aotearoa and is widely recognised for delivering reliable, enriching and accessible walking holidays across both islands.
New Zealand’s backcountry is home to world-class scenery and soul-stirring hiking. Whether you’re chasing iconic fiordland trails or remote forest escapes, these 10 Great Walks are at the heart of it all.
These articles showcase the glowing reviews, award features, and in-depth travel stories, all highlighting why we're the leader in adventure hiking across Aotearoa/ New Zealand.
From iconic classics to up-and-coming walks, discover New Zealand’s best trails to explore for 2025. Here are the top 10 trending active holidays.
To prepare for the Queen Charlotte Track, Kate shares what to pack and her training routine for the multi-day walk.
Is the Queen Charlotte Track worth it? Kate offers all her knowledge of the Marlborough region, the best viewpoints on the trail, getting around and what to expect on this spectacular multi-day hike.
Watch this video to know what to expect and how to prepare for this extraordinary mountain adventure journeying through volcanic and alpine environments.