A delightful bush and farmland walk to a magical waterfall. The Waikāretu Bush Walk near Nikau Cave may be short, but it delivers all the elements of a great walk in a small but mighty track in Waikato karst country. The intermediate grade trail starts with a
Nestled between Invercargill city and its airport lies a picturesque walking trail that offers one of the most beautiful experiences in Southland. Covering a distance of 4.7 kilometres, the loop track begins at the historic Stead Street Wharf, a once-busy port that now serves as the
Setting off from the tree canopy-covered carpark at Wenderholm Regional Park, you’ll follow the enchanting, pebbled path to find yourself at Couldrey House where you can learn about the life of those who used to live there. This historic home was built by Robert Graham who
“All truly great thoughts are conceived by walking.” – Friedrich Nietzsche It turns out the German philosopher was really onto something there. A 2014 study by Stanford found that walking did indeed increase creative thinking. They examined the creativity levels of people while they walked versus
Historians, nature lovers, romantics and fitness enthusiasts will all be satisfied with walking the Karamatura to Mt Donald McLean Track in Huia Regional Park in the Waitākere Ranges. The 11.6km track encompasses Karamatura Falls where forbidden lovers from opposing Māori tribes were said to have hidden
Walking to Waitonga Falls on a clear chocolate-box day doesn’t disappoint. This easy 4km hike has many highlights including the traverse across an alpine wetland via a boardwalk where majestic Mt Ruapehu is mirrored in the Rotokawa Pools. The entry point to the walk is via a
The easy hike to Bushline Hut in Nelson Lakes National Park makes it a perfect overnight adventure for families and novice trampers. Words and photography Petrina Darrah The Mount Robert Circuit Track ties together alpine ridges, views of Lake Rotoiti and the chance to have an overnight
One of New Zealand’s most well-known walks offers exquisite scenery and native wildlife year-round. The Abel Tasman maybe New Zealand’s smallest national park, but it punches above its weight with stunning vistas, golden sandy beaches, lush native bush, and native wildlife. And of course, it is
Discover gold and grandeur on this relatively easy tramp to Sam Summers’ Hut A short drive from the hustle and bustle of Queenstown is a unique glimpse into the history of the Otago region. Twelve Mile Creek Gorge, 12kms from central Queenstown, was once the site
When it comes to stunning scenery, we are spoilt for choice in New Zealand. Central Otago boasts some of our most incredible sights, and looking back on the sunny afternoon that had me standing at the summit of Roy’s Peak, Wanaka, I certainly remember it
