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Read our journal entries below for a more detailed insight into our guided walks, Which ones to do, what to bring, what you’ll see, who you’ll meet and more.
Guided walk in Taranaki

Guided Hikes in New Zealand That Will Blow Your Mind (And Not Your Feet)

What other type of New Zealand holiday package gives you the perfect balance of fresh air and moderate exercise amongst world-famous scenic locations with delicious meals and a comfortable bed waiting for you at the end of each day?
New Zealand guided hikes with Walking Legends

Guided Hikes in New Zealand for Every Skill Level: Discover Our Hiking Tours

For most hikers, visiting New Zealand is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. How do you plan your time strategically to make the most of your guided hiking holiday to New Zealand?
The Aotea Track, one of the best walks in Auckland

The Aotea Track: One of the Best Walks in Auckland

The Aotea Track on Great Barrier Island is one of the best multi-day walks in Auckland. Join our Great Barrier Island Escape and experience part of this excellent hiking track near Auckland.
dawson falls taranaki guided walk with Walking Legends

Hikes in Taranaki: Why Dawson Falls Should Top Your Mt. Taranaki Walks List

Dawson Falls is an 18m high single-drop waterfall on the Kapuni Loop track. The Kapuni Loop track is located on the south-eastern side of Mt. Taranaki.
Hiker climbs the "Hump" after crossing the Ahukawakawa Swamp

Exploring Taranaki: A Hikers’ Guide To Mount Taranaki Walks

New Zealand’s Taranaki region, dominated by the majestic and perfectly symmetrical Mt. Taranaki, is a hiker’s dream destination.
Waihohonu Hut Tongariro Northern Circuit Great Walk

What to Expect From a DOC Hut

Staying in a Department of Conservation hut in New Zealand is a unique experience for hiking enthusiasts from across the globe. Here's what to expect from a DOC hut.
happy hikers on greats walks new zealand

8 Things to Like About Guided Hikes in New Zealand

If you’re thinking of doing your first Great Walk in New Zealand, research and planning is key! We are North Island hiking experts. Here's what you need to know.
Female hikers on Great Barrier Island hikes

Guided Walks in NZ: How Fit Should You Be to Join?

Ah it’s the eternal question isn’t it? How fit do I need to be to join a guided multi-day walk in New Zealand? How do I know that I’m going to be able to keep up, avoid injuries and actually have a good time while I’m doing it?
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