Multiday hikers , Lake Tekapo, Mackenzie Basin

Trips for every walk of life

Touring, rugged multi-day hikes, huts & camps

Kiwi-Style Hiking

Lodge to lodge hikes, 3-5 days, daypacks

Great Walks

Travel region to region, 6-26 days, lodges, daypacks

Hiking Tours

Remote, rugged, need high level of fitness

Alpine Hikes

Tours by location

There is so much to see, do, and experience in Aotearoa – the Land of the Long White Cloud. If you already know where you want your holiday to take place, check out what active adventure we offer there.

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KIA ORA

We're New Zealand owned and operated by passionate hikers.

As avid hikers, mountain bikers, canoeists and people who give everything a go, we're able to use our own personal knowledge and experience to craft itineraries and provide guidance to ensure your travel expectations are exceeded.

A TOUR COMPANY WITH REAL NZ SPIRIT

HANDPICKED, PROFESSIONAL GUIDES

Experience how our top-quality guides bring destinations alive with stories of the land and its people.

100% NEW ZEALAND OWNED

Support local businesses and communities by choosing who you travel with carefully. We love what we do and love working in our business.

EXTENSIVE RANGE OF NEW ZEALAND TOURS

Our unrivalled range of trips and extensive knowledge of outdoor adventure enables us to match you to your perfect active holiday.

HIKING NEW ZEALAND'S TIAKI PROMISE

We have a special connection with our land and are committed to caring for New Zealand, for current and future generations.

Discover our top small-group experiences

Explore Aotearoa New Zealand with an expert local guide and a small group of like-minded travellers. From wild landscapes to rich cultural encounters, you’ll uncover the best of this incredible country, both on and off the beaten track.

Be inspired by untamed wilderness, share stories under starlit skies, and connect with places and people that leave a lasting impression.

Staff Picks

Hear from our customers

Mike and Sandra

New Zealand Uncut

The joy of travelling in small groups gives you a chance to see things without being in big crowds. You also get to travel with like-minded individuals.

Cindy and Doug

New Zealand Uncut

Not having to worry about anything. Seeing all of the best things, you get taken away from all the popular vacation spots and avoid all the tourists. You don't have to worry about where to or where to eat - it's all done for you.

Frank

Ultimate South Island

Seeing the huge range of diverse attractions on the South Island. Being certain to hit the highpoints from an experienced guide. Māori culture is incorporated into the tour.

OUR COMMUNITY

Best New Zealand Music: Our Recommendations for your time in Aotearoa

Aotearoa New Zealand’s music is as varied as its landscape, our uniquely iconic music is woven into every aspect of our lives, local bands and musicians perform at markets and bars in every corner of the country, music is performed in schools, scream-sung at sports matches, played in living rooms on…

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New Zealand’s Conservation Land: The Fight Isn’t Over

At Hiking New Zealand, we oppose the Conservation Amendment Bill in its current form.

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Best things to do in Queenstown

So, you've just wrapped up an epic hiking adventure in Queenstown, what’s next? Queenstown is a paradise for post-hike activities, whether you want to keep the adrenaline flowing, explore charming nearby towns, or simply kick back and relax.

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New Zealand’s Best Guided Multi-Day Hikes for Beginners

When you start out hiking, choosing the right trip builds confidence, keeps things enjoyable, and shows you how magical time in the outdoors can be. The wrong one can feel overwhelming, physically demanding, or simply not very fun. If you’re starting (or re-starting) your hiking journey, I’ve put to…

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A Brief History of Conservation and Biosecurity in New Zealand

New Zealand’s isolation gave rise to a unique web of life: flightless birds like the kiwi and takahē, giant wētā, the one-of-a-kind tuatara and forest giants such as the mighty kauri tree. For millions of years, unique species thrived in isolation, until the arrival of our tūpuna (ancestors) and set…

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Embracing Te Reo Māori

Te Reo Māori is the living heartbeat of Aotearoa New Zealand. This blog explores the language’s history, from near loss to revival, and why learning even a few phrases like kia ora or whānau can deepen your journey. Alongside stories, proverbs, and the power of haka and waiata, you’ll discover how s…

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