If you want epic views of mountains hiking in an alpine, volcanic environment then the Tongariro Northern Circuit is the NZ Great Walk for you. This 45km 3-4 day loop offers non-stop scenery, and takes you over the active volcanic Red Crater, which at 1868m is the highest point on any NZ Great Walk.

The Kepler Track is compared with the Routeburn Track and Milford Track - many say it’s their favourite with a little bit of both other tracks combined, and logistically easier too. Shortening the hike to 45km you’ll still experience the best of the track and it’s a great way to do it! Read on for highlights of our 4-day hike experience!

Hiking the Milford Track is a huge bucket list tick, and one that I'd been wanting to do all my life. Fiordland's weather makes each hike unique, and our experience walking at the end of the Great Walk season in late April with snow, rain and wind might not sound appealing, but it all came together for one hell of an epic adventure...

So you're going to walk the Milford Track? Great! Well there's a few important things you should know first. How to get there, how much it might costs, what to take and what to expect. Use this post to get prepared with the key information you need to ensure you are confident tackling this world-class 4-day hike.

The thought of hiking the 3-day Pouakai Circuit as a first family multi-day hike with teenagers was an equal mix of nerve-wracking and exciting. How would we cope with this advanced 25km track on Mt Taranaki - famous for its unpredictable weather? It was going to be a challenge but we were up for it..... and hopefully our experience inspires you to put this hike on your bucket list!

New Zealand is a hiker's paradise. And if you want the best bang for buck when it comes to epic scenery and a thoroughly enjoyable experience to boot, you'll find it on the Rob Roy Glacier hike in the Matukituki Valley near Wanaka - it's one of NZ's best day hikes.

Hiking The Pinnacles has been on my bucket list for ages. It's an accessible and enjoyable hike for all ages, especially if you decide to stay the night in the Pinnacles Hut to experience a sunset or sunrise from the summit. If it's not on your list of must-do NZ experiences, it should be!

There's best way to see backcountry NZ is on a Great Walk, so check out my top tips for getting the most out of hiking one of New Zealand's most popular multi-day walks, The Routeburn Track.