Marlborough walks include the Queen Charlotte Track in the Sounds area and Molesworth Station tramping tracks and the Kaikoura Peninsula Walkway in South Marlborough.
From the Mount Richmond Alpine Route to hikes on the Kaikoura Peninsula, the South Marlborough area features a range of walks for people of varying ages and abilities.
Whether you're interested in a short walk or a multi-day tramp, the Sounds area features a number of excellent walkways and tracks. One of the area's most popular walkways is the Queen Charlotte Track.
An A-Z listing of Marlborough tracks and walks.
The Nelson/Tasman region offers visitors an array of walking and tramping experiences, including two of New Zealand's Great Walks - the Abel Tasman Coast Track and the Heaphy Track.
Walking tracks from Aoraki Mount Cook Village, Arthur's Pass day walks, the Mueller Hut Route and many other tracks and walks in the Canterbury region.
Tracks and walks in the Wellington/Kapiti region include the popular Orongorongo Track and the classic Tararua Northern Crossing and Tararua Southern Crossing.
There are extensive walking and mountain biking opportunities on conservation land throughout New Zealand.
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Stop the spread of didymo Check, Clean, Dry all items before entering, and when moving between, waterways.
Follow the Outdoor Safety Code: 1. Plan your trip 2. Tell someone 3. Be aware of the weather 4. Know your limits 5. Take sufficient supplies
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