New Zealand is truly a hiker's paradise. No matter whether you are in the North or South Island, the trails to choose from are so numerous that you basically could do a different hike every day for a long time. However, most of us are limited on time so we made a small overview of our favorite day hikes. Key Summit (South Island - Fiordland) This beautiful day hike starts as part of the popular Routeburn Track. The Routeburn and the … [Read more...] about Best Day Hikes in New Zealand
tongariro crossing
How to do the Tongariro Crossing
One of the best day hikes in New Zealand, even officially mentioned in the brochure of the Department of Conservation, is the Tongariro Crossing. A 19.4 km hike across volcanic landscape. The area was used for Mount Doom so all Lord of the Ring fans would especially love this hike. After completing the crossing, here are our recommendations to enjoy it to the maximum. Where to stay on a budget There are several accommodation options, … [Read more...] about How to do the Tongariro Crossing
Tongariro Crossing and Lake Taupo
Leaving Wellington behind we were very excited about our next destination, the Tongariro National Park, and its famous day hike. The distance was a too much to do it in one evening, so we had an overnight stop at the free Simpsons Domain Campsite. Tongariro National Park The next day we arrived quite early at the National Park and pitched our tent in the Mangahuia campground. From there we made our way past the Chateau Tongariro to do the … [Read more...] about Tongariro Crossing and Lake Taupo