The Totara Flats Hut walk is a fun, challenging overnight walk in the Tartarua range. This walk is right next to the iconic Holdwsorth-Jumbo Loop and actually includes part of it. The Tartarua range, located close to Wellington, is full of walking tracks and is…
The Tutukaka Lighthouse walk is a fun short walk with fantastic views. This easy walk is a great way to enjoy the views of the area and get your heart pumping! I have visited the Tutukaka Coast area a few times and have always really…
These 7 best Egmont National Park day walks include the famed Pouakai Crossing. They are a great way to get the full Taranaki experience. I have spent a lot of time exploring the trails around Mt. Taranaki since it is the closest mountain to where…
The Round the Mountain Track is a classic walk that circumnavigates Mt. Ruapheu. This multi-day walk has waterfalls, snow capped peaks, native forest, open tussock, and varied volcanic landscapes. Although I’ve spent a lot of time in the Mt. Ruapehu area I had not yet…
The Lake Surprise Walk is an uncrowded, fun alpine walk on Mt. Ruapheu. The panoramic views and waterfalls along this walk are awesome. My first explorations of Mt. Ruapehu were always during the winter to go snowboarding. Since those first trips I’ve been back several…
The Abel Tasman Coast Track is a lovely great walk in New Zealand. Here is an overview of this magnificent walk. New Zealand’s great walks offer a wide range of experiences, from walking wild west coast beaches along the Heaphy to traversing volcanoes on the…
The Taranaki Falls Hike on Mt. Ruapehu is a great short walk. This hike is perfect if you only have a few hours at Whakapapa Village to explore the area. When I first heard about this hike I was a bit confused. I live in…
Here are 8 New Zealand waterfalls that will leave a lasting impression. This short list includes some from across the country that are all truly awe inspiring. When we first arrived in New Zealand I remember being blown away at the sheer number of rivers,…
The Paritutu rock hike may be short, but it is quite exciting and not for anyone afraid of heights. The walk up takes about 15 minutes and finishes with stunning 360 degree views. When you live in an area you become quite familiar with all…
The Mt. Roberts hike in Nelson Lakes National Park is fantastic day hike. This half day hike has incredible views and is a must do! I have a lot of hobbies, but hands down my favourite activity is hiking. I absolutely love spending a day…