The Top 10 Great Walks of New Zealand
Channel: BiyaherongPinoy New Zealand
Date: 2022-06-28

The Top 10 Great Walks of New Zealand
#GreatWalkofNewZealand 

1. Heaphy Track

Distance: 78.4 kilometres (48.7 miles) 4-6 days

The Kahurangi National Park, New Zealand's second-largest National Park, is where this track is situated. It follows an old Maori track that pounamu (jadestone) hunters used and is home to several Great Spotted Kiwi Birds. Rich rainforest, sub-alpine tussock grasslands, and steep, rough mountains are followed all the way down to the West Coast's palm-lined surf beaches.

2. Abel Tasman Coast Track

Distance: 60 kilometres (37.3 miles) 3-5 days

When picturing this magnificent National Park, which is situated at the summit of the South Island, images of golden sand beaches and crystalline blue sea spring to mind. This is one of the best treks that is most easily accessible, and its unparalleled beauty cannot be disregarded.

3. Whanganui Journey 

Distance: 145 kilometres (90miles) 3-5 days

Canoeing or kayaking along the scenic Whanganui River for five days covers 145 kilometres. In this breathtaking National Park, you can see native woodland and towering valley cliffs.

4. Lake Waikaremoana Track

Distance: 46 kilometres  (28.6 miles) 4-5 days

The Great Walk family includes Lake Waikaremoana. This one is more of a backwoods, off-the-beaten-path kind of adventure. Welcome to Ngai Thoe's country as you are immersed in a breathtaking natural setting. You'll feel connected, renewed, and hopeful when you leave (wellness).

5. Tongariro Northern Circuit

Distance: 43 kilometres (26.7 miles) 3-4 days

Discover the volcanic core of Tongariro National Park, a setting of striking glacier contrasts and alpine views, from late October to early April. Only go if you have navigational and alpine skills because it can be cold, damp, with ice, snow, avalanches, and short daylight hours from May to late October.

6. Kepler Track

Distance: 60 kilometres (37.3 miles) 3-4 days

Walk past the shorelines of lakes Te Anau and Manapouri that are covered with beech trees from late October to early April to reach tussock-covered ridgelines with breathtaking alpine views. Only attempt if you have alpine, navigation, and river crossing skills because it can be cold, wet, with ice, snow, and few daylight hours from May to late October.

7. Milford Track

Distance: 53.5 kilometres (33.2 miles) 4 days

Experience "the finest trek in the world" from late October to early April, which takes you past gushing waterfalls, through ancient jungles, and down valleys carved out by glaciers. Only go if you have alpine, river crossing, and navigational skills because it can be cold, wet, with ice, snow, and few daylight hours from May to late October.

8. Routeburn Track

Distance: 32 kilometres (19.9 miles) 2-4 days

Wander through meadows, reflected tarns, and alpine gardens from November to April, and you'll be rewarded with breathtaking views of large mountain ranges and valleys. Only attempt if you have alpine, navigation, and river crossing skills because it can be cold, damp, and have ice, snow, and little daylight hours from May to October.

9. Rakiura Track 

Distance: 32 kilometres (19.9 miles) 3 days

Escape on an island excursion, then unwind in the tranquilly of the bush, the birds, and the beach. The Rakiura Track offers the most comprehensive view on Stewart Island.

10. Paparoa Track

Distance: 45 kilometres (28 miles) 2-3 days

The Paparoa Range is traversed via Paparoa Track. It offers breathtaking views as it travels through flourishing rainforests, limestone karst landscapes, and alpine summits.