Our Staff Picks for 2024 and 2025
From flightless nocturnal parrots, to three-eyed reptiles, minuscule bats and giant crickets, glowin…
Winter tramping is a little different, because so is winter. However, if you're adequately prepared,…
An old Scandinavian proverb tells us “there’s no bad weather, only bad clothing.” While there are …
Nature is beautiful, and hiking is one of the best ways you can explore and enjoy it. It may also be…
Christchurch is no longer a ‘land and leave’ location. It is now a ‘stop and drop’ destination! …
Don’t fight it. Deep inside your brain you know that you are a tourist. Eventually, a huge force of …
Hiking is the perfect way to be immersed in the stunning wilderness. Nature can be very delicate so …
If it is winter and you happen to tell people you are in the tourism industry the inevitable respons…
According to the 2017 North American Camping Report, over six million new households have started ca…
Long black or Americano? As travellers we know that coffees have different names in different countr…
New Zealand is the perfect adventure holiday destination for a nature-loving thrill-seeker. Surfing,…
You’ll most likely be taking a long-haul flight (or two!) when you are traveling to New Zealand - he…
Craft Beer in New ZealandOver the past couple of decades, New Zealand, like the other “new world” co…
When travelling, it’s easy to feel a bit groggy and tired at times. Don’t fret, though – it’s easy t…
Our Hiking New Zealand and Active Earth Adventures photo competition is in its third year now. Durin…
Consistently achieving outstanding traveller reviews means Hiking New Zealand has received the C…
Struck by a 7.8 magnitude earthquake in November last year, it might leave you wondering whether you…
Entries are still open, however, be quick as they are closing on the 10 May 2017 for the Hiking New …
Bike it, hike it or run it? This purpose built 85km single track is fast becoming one of the best ba…
Are you a lover of thrills and excitement? Then New Zealand is the right spot for you! SwingWhe…
Following the New Zealand earthquakes in North Canterbury, we would like to reassure families and fr…
Hiking NZ director Malcolm witnessed a near accident at his local swimming hole recently so decided …
Daniel, co-owner of Hiking New Zealand, ensures he gets into the backcountry (Young Man's Country…
Guide and Director, Dan Murphy, gives his account of the Dusky Track Expedition run by Hiking New Ze…
Break a long haul flight in Dubai (do buy)? Director Malcolm likes hiking, exploring, and talking to…
The Story of the Land The landscape of New Zealand is diverse and dramatic. There are steep mount…
Dan Murphy gets together with a group of old school mates each year and heads into the wilderness. T…
The problem when you are married to a hiking guide is you find yourself passing over all responsibil…
Unleash the Neanderthal within by using this tip for shopping. Does anyone else under-achieve when …
Discover more than just rivers, wilderness and high mountains when you explore New Zealand’s nationa…
Cape Reinga WalkwayTapotupotu Bay to Te Rerenga Wairua (Cape Reinga) LocationYou will find the …
Glenys Erskine reflects on walking the Hump Ridge Track It has been over a year since I walked the …
Hiking New Zealand uses its wildlife fund to support Penguins Plus It is a little known fact that b…
A money raising idea that cares for the planet and is easy to set up… This is one of those tasks th…
With summer fast approaching we have put together our top ten swimming holes in no particular order …
Another helpful hint for hikers that will make life safer and more comfy in New Zealand's outdoors. …
Musings on Australia's wilderness - why we love the place (but can't wait to come home) Hiking NZ D…
The Dalai Lama was once asked what the secret to being happy was. Apparently he answered “being happ…
Hanmer Events organiser, co-ordinator and brains trust and Hiking New Zealand guide Graham Frith has…
Here is another in a series of helpful hints for hikers that will make life safer and more comfy in …
Mongolia was everything Daniel hoped it would be. For two weeks he did not see any other tourists, t…
This is the first story in a series as we look back over 20 years in business. Thanks Mike for sha…
What is our swing like? Now days it seems like a lot of us can not last 24 hours without a decent c…
We were again blown away with the amazing pictures our adventurers submitted... Starting with Alexa…
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