5-21 day, all-inclusive, guided adventure tours
Our very first World Heritage of the 2017/2018 season was a huge hit! Under the practiced eye of super-guide Josh, our intrepid Heritagers struck some gorgeous weather around the South Island. We're really glad that Paul, Paula, Margi and Lisa had such a great time. Ka kite ano!
READ MOREDecember is a month of excitement on the Kepler track, especially if you’re a mountain runner or keen to spend Christmas in one of the most beautiful DoC huts in New Zealand. The Kepler Track[/news/the-kepler-track-a-complete-guide/], one of New Zealand’s Great Walks, is a spectacular 60km (37 mile) loop trail in Fiordland National...
READ MORELooks like these hikers had an amazing two weeks in the South Island on their Masterpiece trip. Thanks to Blake and Courtney who took their team swimming with Hectors Dolphins, wine tasting in Marlborough Sounds, hiking in Aoraki/Mt Cook National Park and kayaking in Queen Charlotte Sounds. That's a whole...
READ MOREJanuary is heralded as a time for new beginnings, new goals and new experiences. Whether you’ve done a Great Walk of New Zealand before, or you’re considering attempting your first, hiking the Kepler Track couldn’t be a better start to the year. It’s one of three Great Walks that can be hiked...
READ MOREAlex and Bex took this keen team of hikers on the trip of a lifetime around the best spots of the South Island, from amazing wildlife encounters to incredible hikes and back country get aways this trip really was a "Kiwi Classic"!
READ MOREFebruary is one of the most popular times to walk the Kepler Track. Just like January, the days are long, the weather is good (knock on wood!), and it usually only rains 9-10 days within the month. It’s the perfect time for people who want to soak in the sunlight while...
READ MOREEllen and Lisa enjoy an action packed guided tour around the South Island of New Zealand with New Zealand Trails guide Josh at the helm! Taking in the incredible scenery, meeting knowledgable locals and tasting iconic kiwi dishes like Josh's pavlova dessert is all just part of the fun on...
READ MOREEmily, Amanda and their team of intrepid travellers had some phenomenal weather as they explored the very best of the South Island on the World Heritage Walking Tour. They were treated to mountains, glaciers, glowworms, picturesque vistas, wildlife, and some great laughs on their trip - it looks like they...
READ MOREThe key to an unforgettable adventure, is unforgettable people, right? We consider ourselves experts in guided New Zealand hiking tours, and just like all the places we visit on our trips are hand-picked to show you the best of New Zealand, so too are our New Zealand hiking guides. We're proud to...
READ MORELooks like this Kiwi Classic[/kiwi-classic-overview/] crew made the most of every experience on their fun filled adventure around the South Island with guides Bruce and Courtney. Stunning sunsets, peaceful mountain lakes and epic backcountry adventures made for a wonderful trip around our favourite places in New Zealand.
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In December 2018, the team at New Zealand Trails were beyond delighted to receive a Gold Award from Qualmark, which you’ll see we’re now proudly displaying here on the website.
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The Routeburn Track is one of the most beautiful and picturesque multi-day hikes anywhere in the world.
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