No dogs. Other pets on conservation land rules. The walk to the viewing area winds gently through the rainforest, with glimpses of the mountain tops, waterfalls and the upper glacier. A short uphill ...

Te Papa-Kura-o-Taranaki, formerly known as Egmont National Park, can be found on the western coast of New Zealand's North Island. Here the volcano Taranaki rules supreme.

Remote high-country lakes, beech-clad mountains, wide rivers and hot springs complete this picturesque landscape, a tramper’s mecca and a safe haven for endangered species.

Rangikapiti Pā provides panoramic views over the Mangōnui Harbour. It is a significant site to Ngati Kahu, and the terraces and defensive ditch around the pa make it a distinctive feature on the ...

This park is one of the least developed or visited tracts of bush in the North Island. You can climb Mount Hikurangi, raft the Mōtū River and mountain bike Otipi Road. You can get to the park from: ...

Conservation campsites are places to relax, enjoy and explore the outdoors. Choose from more than 300 campsites in forest settings, lakeshores and sandy beaches.

Discover earth pillar formations that are some of the best in New Zealand. Camp nearby and explore the surrounding coastal area. Starting from Whangaimoana go south-east on Cape Palliser Road.

Learn how to plan and plant a garden to attract native birds. Motukārara Conservation Nursery grows exclusively Canterbury native plants. We would love to grow your plants. Get in touch with us with ...

Rangitoto Island is known for its contrasting rugged lava terrain and abundant native plant life. It has the largest pōhutukawa forest in the world, and is a safe haven for endangered native birds.

Tongariro is New Zealand's oldest national park and a dual World Heritage area. This status recognises the park's important Māori cultural and spiritual associations as well as its outstanding ...

The Lake Monowai and Borland Road area offers access into a different and very handsome part of Fiordland National Park. It offers great ‘off the beaten track’ tramping, hunting, boating and fishing ...

This one hour walk will lead you around Lake Kaitawa, a small lake to the south of Lake Waikaremoana. Along the way take the track to Green Lake and Fairy Springs. Te Urewera is recognised in New ...