Fiordland National Park was officially constituted in 1952. Today it covers over 1.2 million hectares and was declared a World Heritage Area in 1986. Fiordland National Park was officially constituted ...

Easily accessed from Akaroa with a 4WD, this short walk includes the relics of a rich history, dramatic views and stunning wildlife. Lighthouse Road is not suitable for campervans. The road is narrow ...

The best time to hike this track is from November to April. It has persistent snow and ice in winter and spring, which requires winter alpine skills and equipment. No dogs. Other pets on conservation ...

View New Zealand's longest glacier, the mighty Haupapa/Tasman Glacier on one of our best short walks. The 23 km Tasman glacier is the longest in New Zealand. Recreational drone use is not allowed ...

This easy graded walking track is 630 m and takes 15 min return. The track is suitable for wheelchairs and buggies. On a clear day, take in the views of the upper Whakatipu district and Mount Aspiring ...

Highly visible over a large area of the surrounding landscape, the Grandview Ridge provides a spectacular vantage point for views over the upper Clutha Valley and peaks beyond. From the Long Gully car ...

This track takes you along a short walk to views of the ocean and coast. If you quietly follow the track and keep an eye on the coast on the seaward side of the Point you may be rewarded with a ...

This walk gently winds its way through subalpine grasslands and scrub to the Mueller Glacier moraine wall. The track passes through a landscape that was formed in 1913 when a stream cut through from ...

Forestry operations in the area can close roads into Mount Richmond Forest Park. Check the status of roads into Mount Richmond Forest Park. Dogs with a DOC permit only. Contact closest DOC office to ...

The track initially climbs 300 m to two lookouts. The forest contains fine specimens of kahikatea, rimu and matai, and is well populated by a variety of native birds. From the lookouts, there are ...

Be awestruck, walk in gentle silence or ride through the mists of this primordial place. Feel the breath of life, the song of Tāne, transcend time, walk in the footsteps of dinosaurs, in the shadow of ...

There are 235 kākāpō alive today. All are wild and there is currently no place where the public can visit or view kākāpō in person.