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New Zealand Hiking Guides: Walks, Tracks & National Parks

Upper Nihotupu Dam Walk: Waterfalls, an Old Tramline and Our Honest Take

Upper Nihotupu Dam Walk: Waterfalls, an Old Tra...

We expected an easy walk to an old dam. The bush, waterfalls, birdlife and tramline made Upper Nihotupu a much better couple of hours than that.

Upper Nihotupu Dam Walk: Waterfalls, an Old Tra...

We expected an easy walk to an old dam. The bush, waterfalls, birdlife and tramline made Upper Nihotupu a much better couple of hours than that.

Best Auckland Walks Without a Car: 8 That Actually Make Sense

Best Auckland Walks Without a Car: 8 That Actua...

Auckland has brilliant walks. Some are a pain without wheels. These eight are the ones where the bus, train or ferry actually fits the day.

Best Auckland Walks Without a Car: 8 That Actua...

Auckland has brilliant walks. Some are a pain without wheels. These eight are the ones where the bus, train or ferry actually fits the day.

Tongariro Crossing Cancelled? What We’d Hike Instead

Tongariro Crossing Cancelled? What We’d Hike In...

The Crossing’s off. Before automatically heading for Tama Lakes, work out why. Wind, rain, low cloud and a lost shuttle all point to very different Plan Bs.

Tongariro Crossing Cancelled? What We’d Hike In...

The Crossing’s off. Before automatically heading for Tama Lakes, work out why. Wind, rain, low cloud and a lost shuttle all point to very different Plan Bs.

Ōrākei Basin Walk Auckland: Easy Loop, Parking & What Caught Us Out

Ōrākei Basin Walk Auckland: Easy Loop, Parking ...

Ōrākei Basin is a calm little Auckland loop with boardwalks, birds and city views. The walk is straightforward. Getting down the narrow road to the main car park was less...

Ōrākei Basin Walk Auckland: Easy Loop, Parking ...

Ōrākei Basin is a calm little Auckland loop with boardwalks, birds and city views. The walk is straightforward. Getting down the narrow road to the main car park was less...

Zion Hill Track Auckland: What Caught Us Out on the Karekare Loop

Zion Hill Track Auckland: What Caught Us Out on...

Zion Hill is tougher and less straightforward than we expected. Here’s our experience of the climb, west coast views, dunes, dog restrictions, parking and the long Karekare beach return.

Zion Hill Track Auckland: What Caught Us Out on...

Zion Hill is tougher and less straightforward than we expected. Here’s our experience of the climb, west coast views, dunes, dog restrictions, parking and the long Karekare beach return.

Best Auckland Volcanic Cone Walks: What’s Worth Your Time

Best Auckland Volcanic Cone Walks: What’s Worth...

Auckland’s maunga may all look like short grassy climbs. They aren’t. Here’s which one we’d choose for views, tunnels, fitness, families or a full day.

Best Auckland Volcanic Cone Walks: What’s Worth...

Auckland’s maunga may all look like short grassy climbs. They aren’t. Here’s which one we’d choose for views, tunnels, fitness, families or a full day.