New Zealand Hiking Tours & Guided Walks

From volcanic alpine crossings to ancient rainforest trails, hike New Zealand with local guides who know every track.

60Hiking Tours
9Regions
3-8 hrsAvg Duration

Book New Zealand Hiking Tours & Guided Walks (12 available)

Day Visitor & Jurassic Walks
From NZ$5
Waipu Caves Farm Park

Day Visitor & Jurassic Walks

Explore the Jurassic Walks at Waipu Caves Farm Park, where you can traverse diverse tracks through limestone…

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Misty Mountain Heli-Hike
Price on request
Eco Adventures Wanaka

Misty Mountain Heli-Hike

Soar over glaciers and rugged peaks in a helicopter, then walk in the footsteps of hobbits and wizards on a guided trek through …

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Routeburn Valley Hike
From NZ$226.22
Private Discovery Tours

Routeburn Valley Hike

Embark on a 8.5-hour adventure from Queenstown to the Routeburn Track. Experience landscapes,…

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Mt Tarawera Hike & Wai Ariki Restorative Bathing Experience
From NZ$314.6
Kaitiaki Adventures

Mt Tarawera Hike & Wai Ariki Restorative Bathing Experience

Discover the extraordinary beauty of Mt Tarawera on a fully guided premium walking experience. Journey across this sacred volcanic…

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The Adventurer: Tasman Glacier Heli Hike
From NZ$899
INFLITE - Mt. Cook

The Adventurer: Tasman Glacier Heli Hike

Fly by helicopter over alpine scenery to a remote Tasman Glacier drop-off and spend up to two hours exploring ice formations with an…

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Walk Talk Eat Repeat, A Ponsonby Food Tour
From NZ$225
The Big Foody Food Tours

Walk Talk Eat Repeat, A Ponsonby Food Tour

Explore Auckland’s trendy Ponsonby Road on a 3-hour guided walk, tasting artisan ice cream, modern Italian dishes, and visiting hidden…

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Fiordland Heli-Hike
From NZ$462.96
Southern Lakes Helicopters

Fiordland Heli-Hike

Soar over Fiordland’s lakes and mountains, land at a mountain tarn, then hike through native beech forests or reach Luxmore…

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LOTR Scenic Nature Walk
From NZ$231.48
Pure Glenorchy Scenic Lord of the Rings Tours

LOTR Scenic Nature Walk

Embark on a nature walk to Bob’s Cove, guided by locals who unveil the unique wildlife and lush native bush. Discover…

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Northern Cemetery Walking Tour
From NZ$63.13
Tales From Darkest Dunedin

Northern Cemetery Walking Tour

Uncover Dunedin’s rich history on a 90-minute walk through the Northern Cemetery, where stories of heroes, betrayal, and kindness unfold…

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Abel Tasman Water & Walk Private
From NZ$1787.64
Wine Art and Wilderness

Abel Tasman Water & Walk Private

Sail turquoise waters, spot playful dolphins, then trek through lush forests to golden beaches. Swim, explore native wildlife, and…

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Ben Lomond Day Hike
From NZ$447.17
Silver Beech Outdoors Limited

Ben Lomond Day Hike

Ascend above Queenstown on a private guided hike to 1,748m Ben Lomond. Enjoy panoramic views, alpine tussock, and a gourmet lunch, all…

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Walk-In Shuttle Payment
From NZ$63.13
Owhango Adventures

Walk-In Shuttle Payment

Hike New Zealand’s famous Tongariro Crossing, passing emerald lakes, steaming vents, and volcanic landscapes. Start at Mangatepopo,…

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Types of Tours

Tongariro Alpine Crossing

New Zealand's most famous day hike. Traverse volcanic terrain, emerald lakes, and steaming vents across 19.4 km of the Central Plateau.

Glacier Walk

Strap on crampons and explore Fox or Franz Josef Glacier with certified guides. Heli-hike options skip the valley walk.

Coastal Track

Abel Tasman, Kaikoura Peninsula, and Cathedral Cove — golden beaches, turquoise water, and native bush.

Rainforest & Bush Walk

Ancient podocarp forest in Fiordland, Waipoua kauri forest, and Rotorua's geothermal wonderland trails.

Where to Go

Tongariro National Park

Central North Island

Dual World Heritage Site. The Alpine Crossing runs between Mangatepopo and Ketetahi through active volcanic landscape.

Franz Josef Glacier

West Coast

12 km glacier descending through temperate rainforest. Heli-hikes land you directly on the ice.

Milford Track

Fiordland

The 'finest walk in the world' — 53.5 km over 4 days through valleys, past waterfalls, and over Mackinnon Pass.

Abel Tasman

Nelson/Tasman

Coastal track combining golden beaches with native bush. Water taxis let you hike one way and cruise back.

Mount Cook

Mackenzie

Hooker Valley Track leads to glacier-fed lake views beneath Aoraki. Easy 3-hour return suitable for families.

Rotorua

Bay of Plenty

Geothermal trails past boiling mud pools, silica terraces, and the Redwoods treewalk through towering California redwoods.

Tips

Book Tongariro Shuttles

No private car parking at both ends — book a shuttle from National Park village or Turangi well in advance.

Weather Changes Fast

Alpine conditions can shift from sun to snow in an hour. Carry layers, rain gear, and extra food regardless of forecast.

Hut Passes Required

Great Walk huts (Milford, Routeburn, Kepler) require DOC booking months ahead for peak season.

Start Early

Tongariro and popular day hikes get crowded by 9 AM. Starting at 6-7 AM means smaller groups and better photos.

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