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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
4.7
Get ready for an outdoor adventure among some of New Zealand's best volcanic scenery at Tongariro Alpine Crossing. Linking Mangatepopo and Ke
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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 $109
Hollyford Track ©
Hiking Trail
Hollyford Track , Fiordland National Park
5.0
Trek along the picturesque paths of Hollyford Track for a walk through some of New Zealand's richest landscapes. A multitude of walk options
Tours from $185
Hooker Valley Track ©
Hiking Trail
Hooker Valley Track , Aoraki Mount Cook National Park (Te Wahipounamu)
4.9
One of New Zealand's most popular walks, Hooker Valley Track passes through diverse landscapes encompassed by a vast national park including
Tours from $451
Mount Maunganui Summit Track
Hiking Trail
Mount Maunganui Summit Track , Mount Maunganui
4.9
Breathe in the fresh air and admire the amazing views of the Bay of Plenty on Mount Maunganui Summit Track. Rising up to 232 m (761 ft), this
Tours from $185

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New Zealand

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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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