Fiordland · South Island · 4 nights · 53.5km

The Milford Track is often called the finest walk in the world. Four days through Fiordland National Park, passing the spectacular Sutherland Falls and the alpine expanse of the Mackinnon Pass.

Fiordland / Otago · South Island · 3 nights · 32km

The Routeburn Track traverses the boundary between Fiordland and Mount Aspiring National Parks. Stunning alpine scenery, beech forests, and pristine lakes across 3–4 days.

Fiordland · South Island · 3 nights · 60km

The Kepler Track loops through Fiordland National Park near Te Anau. An extraordinary circuit across alpine ridges and through ancient beech forest, with sweeping views of Lake Te Anau and surrounding ranges.

Nelson/Tasman · South Island · 3 nights · 60km

The Abel Tasman Coast Track winds along golden-sand beaches and native bush in Abel Tasman National Park. The only Great Walk accessible by water taxi, letting you mix walking days with beach days.

Nelson/Tasman · South Island · 4 nights · 78.4km

The Heaphy Track crosses Kahurangi National Park, New Zealand's second largest. From the Golden Bay coast through rare nikau palm groves to limestone karst and alpine tussock – the most varied Great Walk.

Central North Island · North Island · 3 nights · 43km

The Tongariro Northern Circuit loops around the active volcanoes of Tongariro National Park, a dual UNESCO World Heritage Area. Passes the famous Emerald Lakes and Red Crater of the Tongariro Alpine Crossing.

Central North Island · North Island · 4 nights · 46km

Lake Waikaremoana Track circles the stunning lake in Te Urewera, the ancestral home of Tūhoe. Dense native bush, remote backcountry atmosphere, and incredible views from the Panekire Bluffs.

Stewart Island · Stewart Island · 3 nights · 36km

The Rakiura Track on Stewart Island (Rakiura) is New Zealand's southernmost Great Walk. An intimate circuit through ancient podocarp forest, with excellent birdwatching and a real sense of wilderness.

Central North Island · North Island · 5 nights · 145km

The Whanganui Journey is New Zealand's only canoe Great Walk — five days paddling the Whanganui River through the Whanganui National Park. Passes the famous Bridge to Nowhere deep in the bush.

West Coast · South Island · 2 nights · 55km

The Paparoa Track is New Zealand's newest Great Walk, opened in 2019. Built in memory of the 29 miners killed in the Pike River disaster, this 2-day route traverses the Paparoa Range above the West Coast.