National parks
From dual World Heritage status Tongariro to wildlife-rich Rakiura, New Zealand’s 13 national parks showcase some of our finest scenery. Whether you explore them by foot, bike, boat, kayak, car or air, you’ll be experiencing Aotearoa the way it was before humans began meddling with it.
Why the West Coast's Ōpārara Arches are worth the expedition
It will cost you only effort and patience, for which you will be generously rewarded with some truly wondrous sights.
Tongariro: Why you should visit NZ's first National Park
Born from the extremes of a still-active volcanic history, Tongariro National Park is a year-round adventurers' destination.
A pick'n'mix Abel Tasman National Park getaway
Picture postcard beaches and inviting azure waters are undoubtedly the Abel Tasman National Park’s hallmarks.
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Number of visitors to national parks may be capped during peak times
The Department of Conservation is considering restricting the number of people who can enter popular national parks at peak times.
7/1/2021
Why you should visit the Paparoa National Park this summer
Rugged coastal landscapes, superb birdlife and an easygoing, quintessentially Kiwi vibe make a journey to the South Island’s West Coast worthwhile.
5/1/2021
A guide to Nelson Lakes National Park
One of New Zealand's lesser-visited national parks is also one of the country's most spectacular.
4/1/2021
A guide to visiting Kahurangi National Park
A Great Walk adventure combines with limestone landscapes dating back millions of years on the northwestern edge of the South Island.
3/1/2021
Walk along a sacred river in Kahurangi National park
The river-smoothed boulders surrounding the pools of emerald water are draped in lime-green moss that makes the kind of shocking contrast in colour that only nature can get away with.
2/1/2021
Going off the beaten path in Fiordland
There are less well-known multi-day tracks to take into the wilderness.
1/1/2021
Heli-biking plan for Paparoa Track at centre of stoush over NZ's newest Great Walk
Environmental groups are embroiled in a court battle against helicopters in the Paparoa National Park.
30/12/2020
A guide to visiting Egmont National Park
A superb one-day walk, accessible bushwalks and the opportunity to reach the summit of a volcanic peak are highlights of Egmont National Park.
30/12/2020