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The Best Hiking Trails in New Zealand

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Hiking trails in New Zealand

Tongariro Alpine Crossing ©
Hiking Trail
Tongariro Alpine Crossing , Tongariro National Park
4.6
Get ready for an outdoor adventure among some of New Zealand's best volcanic scenery at Tongariro Alpine Crossing. Linking Mangatepopo and Ke
Tours from $15
Milford Track ©
Hiking Trail
Milford Track , Fiordland National Park
4.7
Traverse lush rainforests and verdant wetlands of Milford Track, offering views of icy rivers, cascading waterfalls, and glacier-encrusted mo
Tours from $97
Kepler Track ©
Hiking Trail
Kepler Track , Te Anau
4.8
Kepler Track allows visitors to trek from the beech-forest shores of lakes Te Anau and Manapouri to the very top of Mt. Luxmore. Traverse roc
Tours from $16
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Glass Bottom Boat Whitianga Cathedral Cove Cruise
5.0
Duration: 2 hours
Our unique tour is the only one to show you the marine life without getting wet. The glass panels provide a clear window to spotting marine life. Our crew are passionate about the ocean, conservation and our marine reserve.
Book on Viator from $78
Hooker Valley Track ©
Hiking Trail
Hooker Valley Track , Aoraki Mount Cook National Park (Te Wahipounamu)
4.8
One of New Zealand's most popular walks, Hooker Valley Track passes through diverse landscapes encompassed by a vast national park including
Tours from $147
Fox Glacier South Side Walk ©
World heritage site · Hiking Trail
Fox Glacier South Side Walk , Fox Glacier
4.0
Fox Glacier South Side Walk leads across bumpy terrain, but offers great viewpoints of the landscape. Guided tours make the walk suitable for
Tours from $201

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New Zealand

4.7
Specialty Museums · Landmarks · Hiking Trails
With its astounding topography and singular biodiversity, New Zealand is a heaven for nature and outdoor enthusiasts, and hiking is a great way to explore the country's spectacular scenery at a leisurely pace. Hiking trails in New Zealand can meander through thick, wild rainforests and verdant wetlands, traverse volcanic scenery, run along a roaring river, or follow sandy beaches past impressive rock formations. Franz Josef Glacier is an ideal spot for an outdoor adventure on South Island, offering a range of hiking tours suitable for all levels of ability and fitness.
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