Twin Coast Cycle Trail Hauraki Rail Trail Waikato River Trail Te Ara Ahi Trail Motu Trails Great Lake Trail The Timber Trail Mountain to Sea Trail Hawke’s Bay Trails Rimutaka Cycle Trail Far North Cycleway Kauri Coast Kaipara Missing Link Rere Falls Trail (Marawai to Gisborne) Forgotten World Highway Timber Trail Connection Mountains to Sea Connection Gentle Annie Manawatu Cycleway Tararua Traverse Route 52 Wairarapa Valley Cycleway 1 1 1 14 12 12 16 1 1 26 2 25 25 3 1 3 3 3 4 30 30 38 30 26 25 27 23 27 31 32 29 1 1 5 5 5 2 2 33 35 35 35 2 2 38 2 2 50 2 5 5 1 1 1 1 4 49 45 45 3 3 3 3 3 43 49 47 46 41 41 1 1 54 57 56 1 4 2 2 53 1 2 10 2 2 Paeroa AUCKLAND MASTERTON LEVIN FOXTON PALMERSTON NORTH WHANGANUI HASTINGS NAPIER Thames Whitianga Whangamata Waihi Raglan Cambridge Te Awamutu Opotiki Murupara Matamata Kawerau GISBORNE TAUPŌ NEW PLYMOUTH Ohakune Turangi LOWER HUTT Martinborough Kaitaia Kerikeri Kaikohe Dargaville WHANGAREI Mangawhai Heads Warkworth Orewa Helensville Cape Reinga/ Te Rerenga Wairua TAURANGA HAMILTON ROTORUA TOKOROA WHAKATANE WELLINGTON Great Barrier Island (Aotea) Lake Taupō Bay of Islands Wairoa Te Kuiti Taumarunui Stratford Hawera Waitomo Tangihua Forest Pukenui Forest Kaiikanui Forest Kaihu Forest Houto Forest Marlborough Forest Waipoua Forest Mataraua Forest Russell Forest Waikino Forest Opua Forest Puketi Forest Omahuta Forest Maungataniwha Forest Raetea Forest Warawara Forest Herekino Forest TONGARIRO NATIONAL PARK Rimutaka Forest Park EGMONT NATIONAL PARK WHANGANUI NATIONAL PARK TE UREWERA Aorangi Forest Park Ruahine Forest Park Kaweka Forest Park Kaimanawa Forest Park Whirinaki Te Pua-a-Tāne Conservation Park Raukumara Conservation Park Pureora Forest Park Pureora Forest Park Pirongia Forest Park Coromandel Forest Park Kaimai Mamaku Conservation Park Whakarewarewa State Forest Park Tararua Forest Park Poor Knights Islands Marine Reserve Whangarei Harbour Marine Reserve Cape Rodney- Okakari Point Marine Reserve (Goat Island/Leigh) Te Tapuwae o Rongokako Marine Reserve Whanganui A Hei (Cathedral Cove) Marine Reserve Kapiti Island Marine and Nature Reserve Motu Manawa -Pollen Island Marine Reserve Long Bay- Okura Marine Reserve Te Matuku Marine Reserve Tuhua (Mayor Island) Marine Reserve Parininihi Marine Reserve Tapuae Marine Reserve Te Angiangi Marine Reserve Te Paepae o Aotea (Volkner Rocks) Marine Reserve Tāwharanui Marine Reserve Te Whara Track Tongariro Alpine Crossing Cape Kidnappers Walking Track Mt Manaia Track Mangawhai Cliffs Walkway Rangitoto Summit Track Cathedral Cove Walk The Old Ghost Road St James Cycle Trail West Coast Wilderness Trail Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail The Queenstown Trail Otago Central Rail Trail Roxburgh Gorge Trail Clutha Gold Trail Around the Mountains Queen Charlotte Track Dun Mountain Trail Tasman’s Great Taste Trail Queen Charlotte Drive Molesworth Muster Trail Rainbow Trail Old Ghost Road Roundabout Westport to Old Ghost Road Golden Down Trail Touring the West Coast 1 1 63 1 6 60 60 60 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 75 1 1 1 1 73 72 72 77 77 79 80 7 7 7 70 73 8 8 83 83 82 85 1 1 1 1 8 8 6 6 6 6 7 73 67 69 65 8 6 6 6 6 85 8 8 1 87 99 6 6 94 94 94 1 1 94 96 96 90 1 0 50 100 25 km Kepler Track Rakiura Track Milford Track Routeburn Track Heaphy Track Abel Tasman Coast Track Tongariro Northern Circuit Whanganui Journey Lake Waikaremoana RAKIURA NATIONAL PARK FIORDLAND NATIONAL PARK MOUNT ASPIRING NATIONAL PARK WESTLAND TAI POUTINI NATIONAL PARK AORAKI / MOUNT COOK NATIONAL PARK ARTHUR’S PASS NATIONAL PARK PAPAROA NATIONAL PARK NELSON LAKES NATIONAL PARK KAHURANGI NATIONAL PARK ABEL TASMAN NATIONAL PARK North West Nelson Forest Park North West Nelson Forest Park Mount Richmond Forest Park Ka Whata Tu o Rakihouia Conservation Park Victoria Forest Park Victoria Forest Park Hanmer Forest Park Lake Sumner Forest Park Craigieburn Forest Park Korowai Torlesse Tussocklands Park Ruataniwha Conservation Park Ahuriri Conservation Park Hāwea Conservation Park Hāwea Conservation Park Oteake Conservation Park Oteake Conservation Park Te Papanui Conservation Park Catlins Conservation Park Eyre Mountains/ Taka Ra Haka Conservation Park Lake Wakatipu Lake Te Anau Lake Manapouri Lake Wanaka Lake Hāwea Lake Pukaki Lake Tekapo Lake Ellesmere Kaka Point CHRISTCHURCH Takaka Motueka NELSON BLENHEIM Picton Kaikoura Hanmer Springs Reefton Murchison Westport Punakaiki Franz Josef/Waiau Fox Glacier Greymouth Kumara Hokitika Karamea Akaroa Methven Milton Balclutha Riverton/ Aparima GORE INVERCARGILL QUEENSTOWN Twizel Wanaka Te Anau ASHBURTON Geraldine Fairlie TIMARU OAMARU Ranfurly DUNEDIN Arrowtown Cromwell Palmerston Roxburgh Lawrence Clyde Alexandra Milford Sound Tonga Island Marine Reserve Long Island - Kokomohua Marine Reserve Taputeranga Marine Reserve Piopiotahi (Milford Sound) Marine Reserve Ulva Island-Te Wharawhara Marine Reserve Westhaven (Te Tai Tapu) Marine Reserve Horoirangi Marine Reserve Pōhatu Marine Reserve Hikurangi Marine Reserve Kahurangi Marine Reserve Punakaiki Marine Reserve Waiau Glacier Coast Marine Reserve Hautai Marine Reserve Fiordland marine reserves Hooker Valley Track Roys Peak Track Cape Foulwind Walkway Charming Creek Walkway Devil’s Punchbowl Walking Track Kura Tāwhiti Access Track Wainui Falls Track Lake Matheson/ Te Ara Kairaumati Walk Blue Lakes & Tasman Glacier View Fox Glacier/Te Ara O Tuawe Valley Walk Lake Gunn Nature Walk 53 57 58 54 49 50 43 48 37 39 41 35 22 26 27 29 30 25 23 9 10 11 14 18 13 21 20 33 36 12 55 44 45 46 47 38 16 17 19 32 34 24 5 7 8 1 2 3 4 79 85 82 93 94 80 86 87 89 90 84 81 83 88 95 70 73 77 75 76 78 74 72 64 66 67 68 63 59 60 62 71 61 56 15 28 31 52 51 65 69 91 92 6 40 42 Blue Pools Track SOUTH ISLAND / TE WAIPOUNAMU STEWART ISLAND / RAKIURA NORTH ISLAND / TE IKA-A-MĀUI We want you to stay safe while enjoying the great natural attractions New Zealand has to offer. Here are some websites that provide information to keep you safe. New Zealand Police New Zealand is relatively safe but it’s not crime free. It is important to keep safe and look after yourself as you would at home. Visit www.police.govt.nz/visitor-guide AdventureSmart Be AdventureSmart and Know Before You Go. AdventureSmart provides tips, links and advice for you to plan and prepare any outdoor, boating, water, snow or air activity safely, for any level of ability. Visit www.adventuresmart.org.nz Freedom Camping Where can I camp? Find out how to camp responsibly in New Zealand. Visit www.camping.org.nz or www.campermate.co.nz DriveSafe What’s different about driving in New Zealand? Driving is a great way to experience all New Zealand has to offer. But driving here can be different to driving in other countries. Visit www.drivesafe.org.nz for information about New Zealand road rules and etiquette, and other useful tips for drivers who are unfamiliar with our roads. NORTHLAND northlandnz.com 1 Far North i-SITE Te Ahu, Cnr Matthews Ave & South Street, KAITAIA (09) 408 9450 2 Hokianga i-SITE 29 State Highway 12, OPONONI, HOKIANGA | (09) 405 8869 3 Bay of Islands i-SITE (Paihia) The Wharf, Marsden Road, PAIHIA | (09) 402 7345 4 Whangarei i-SITE 92 Otaika Road, WHANGAREI (09) 438 1079 AUCKLAND aucklandnz.com 5 Warkworth i-SITE 1 Baxter Street, WARKWORTH (09) 425 9081 6 Auckland i-SITE - Princes Wharf Shop 2, Shed 19, 137 Quay Street, Princes Wharf, AUCKLAND (09) 365 9914 DOC Tāmaki Makaurau / Auckland Visitor Centre (09) 379 6476 7 Auckland i-SITE - SKYCITY Level P3, Skycity, Cnr Victoria & Federal Streets, AUCKLAND (09) 365 9918 8 Auckland i-SITE - International Airport Terminal Arrivals Hall, International Terminal, Auckland Airport, AUCKLAND | (09) 365 9925 WAIKATO hamiltonwaikato.com 9 Huntly i-SITE 156 Great South Road, HUNTLY (07) 828 6406 10 Raglan i-SITE 13 Wainui Road, RAGLAN (07) 825 0556 11 Hamilton i-SITE Corner Caro & Alexandra Sts, Garden Place, HAMILTON (07) 958 5960 12 Morrinsville i-SITE 251 Thames Street, MORRINSVILLE (07) 889 5575 13 Te Aroha i-SITE 102 Whitaker Street, TE AROHA (07) 884 8052 14 Te Awamutu i-SITE 1 Gorst Avenue, TE AWAMUTU (07) 871 3259 15 Cambridge i-SITE Cnr Queen and Victoria Streets, CAMBRIDGE | (07) 823 3456 16 Matamata i-SITE 45 Broadway, MATAMATA (07) 888 7260 17 Waitomo i-SITE 21 Waitomo Village Road, WAITOMO CAVES | (07) 878 7640 LAKE TAUPŌ/ RUAPEHU greatlaketaupo.com visitruapehu.com 37 Taupō i-SITE 30 Tongariro Street, TAUPŌ (07) 376 0027 38 Taumarunui i-SITE Railway Stn, Hakiaha Street, TAUMARUNUI | (07) 895 7494 39 Turangi i-SITE Ngawaka Place, TURANGI (07) 386 8999 40 DOC Tongariro National Park Visitor Centre Whakapapa i-SITE (satellite) Whakapapa Village, State Highway 48, MT RUAPEHU (07) 892 3729 41 Ohakune/Ruapehu i-SITE 54 Clyde Street, OHAKUNE (06) 385 8427 42 Waiouru i-SITE National Army Museum, State Highway 1, WAIOURU (06) 387 5279 WESTERN NORTH ISLAND taranaki.info visitwhanganui.nz manawatunz.co.nz 43 New Plymouth i-SITE 65 St Aubyn Street, NEW PLYMOUTH | (06) 759 0897 44 DOC Taranaki / Egmont National Park Visitor Centre 2879 Egmont Road, NEW PLYMOUTH | (06) 756 0990 45 DOC Dawson Falls Visitor Centre Manaia Road, KAPONGA (027) 443 0248 46 Stratford i-SITE Miranda Street, STRATFORD (06) 765 6708 47 South Taranaki i-SITE 55 High Street, HAWERA (06) 278 8599 18 Otorohanga i-SITE 27 Turongo Street, OTOROHANGA (07) 873 8951 19 Te Kuiti i-SITE Rora Street, TE KUITI (07) 878 8077 20 Tirau i-SITE State Highway 1, TIRAU (07) 883 1202 21 Tokoroa i-SITE State Highway 1, TOKOROA (07) 886 8872 THE COROMANDEL / BAY OF PLENTY thecoromandel.com bayofplentynz.com rotoruanz.com 22 Whitianga i-SITE 66 Albert Street, WHITIANGA (07) 866 5555 23 Thames i-SITE 200 Mary Street, THAMES (07) 868 7284 24 DOC Kauaeranga Visitor Centre Kauaeranga Valley Rd, THAMES (07) 867 9080 25 Waihi i-SITE 126 Seddon Street, WAIHI (07) 863 6715 26 Tauranga i-SITE 95 Willow Street, TAURANGA (07) 578 8103 27 Rotorua i-SITE 1167 Fenton Street, ROTORUA (07) 348 5179 28 Redwoods i-SITE Longmile Road, ROTORUA (07) 348 5179 29 Whakatane i-SITE Cnr Quay St & Kakaharoa Drive, WHAKATANE | (07) 306 2030 30 Opotiki i-SITE 70 Bridge Street, OPOTIKI (07) 315 3031 31 Kawerau i-SITE Plunket Street, KAWERAU (07) 323 6300 EAST COAST tairawhitigisborne.co.nz hawkesbaynz.com 32 Gisborne i-SITE 209 Grey Street, GISBORNE (06) 868 6139 33 Wairoa i-SITE Cnr SH2 & Queen Street, WAIROA (06) 838 7440 34 Napier i-SITE 100 Marine Parade, NAPIER (06) 834 1911 35 Hastings i-SITE Cnr Russell & Heretaunga Street East, HASTINGS | (06) 873 0080 36 Havelock North i-SITE Cnr Te Aute & Middle Roads, HAVELOCK NORTH | (06) 877 9600 63 DOC Rotoiti / Nelson Lakes Visitor Centre View Road, ST ARNAUD (03) 521 1806 WEST COAST westcoastnz.com 64 Westport i-SITE Coal Town Museum, 123 Palmerston Street WESTPORT | (03) 789 6658 65 DOC Paparoa National Park Visitor Centre 4294 Coast Road, PUNAKAIKI (03) 731 1895 66 Reefton i-SITE 67 - 69 Broadway, REEFTON (03) 732 8391 67 Greymouth i-SITE 164 Mackay Street, GREYMOUTH (03) 768 7080 68 Hokitika i-SITE 36 Weld Street, HOKITIKA (03) 755 6166 69 Franz Josef i-SITE 63 Cron Street, FRANZ JOSEF (03) 926 2182 DOC Westland Tai Poutini National Park Visitor Centre (03) 752 0360 70 DOC Awarua / Haast Visitor Centre Haast Junction, Cnr SH6 & Jackson Bay Road, HAAST (03) 750 0809 CANTERBURY christchurchnz.com kaikoura.co.nz mtcooknz.com aorakitourism.co.nz 71 Hurunui i-SITE 42 Amuri Ave West, HANMER SPRINGS | (03) 315 0020 72 Kaikoura i-SITE West End, KAIKOURA (03) 319 5641 73 Kaiapoi i-SITE 143 Williams Street (Cnr Williams & Charles Streets), KAIAPOI (03) 327 3134 74 Akaroa i-SITE 74a Rue Lavaud, AKAROA (03) 304 7784 75 Christchurch Airport i-SITE International Arrivals Hall, Ground Floor, Christchurch Airport, CHRISTCHURCH (03) 741 3980 76 Christchurch i-SITE Arts Centre, 28 Worcester Boulevard, CHRISTCHURCH (03) 379 9629 DOC Ōtautahi / Christchurch Visitor Centre (03) 379 4082 77 Methven i-SITE 160 Main Street, METHVEN (03) 302 8955 78 DOC Arthur’s Pass National Park Visitor Centre State Highway 73, ARTHUR’S PASS Village | (03) 318 9211 79 DOC Aoraki / Mt Cook National Park Visitor Centre 1 Larch Grove, AORAKI/MT COOK (03) 435 1186 CENTRAL OTAGO/ SOUTHERN LAKES lakewanaka.co.nz queenstownnz.co.nz fiordland.org.nz centralotagonz.com 80 DOC Tititea/Mt Aspiring National Park Visitor Centre Corner Ardmore Street & Ballentyne Road, WANAKA (03) 443 7660 81 Lake Wanaka i-SITE 103 Ardmore Street, WANAKA (03) 443 1233 82 DOC Te Rua-o-te-moko / Fiordland National Park Visitor Centre Lakefront Drive, TE ANAU (03) 249 7924 83 Fiordland i-SITE 19 Town Centre, TE ANAU (03) 249 8900 84 Queenstown i-SITE Clocktower building, Cnr Camp & Shotover Streets, QUEENSTOWN | (03) 442 4100 85 DOC Whakatipu-wai -Māori / Queenstown Visitor Centre 50 Stanley Street, QUEENSTOWN (03) 442 7935 86 Cromwell i-SITE 2d The Mall, CROMWELL (03) 262 7999 87 Alexandra i-SITE 21 Centennial Avenue, ALEXANDRA | (03) 262 7999 88 Roxburgh i-SITE 120 Scotland Street, ROXBURGH (03) 262 7999 89 Ranfurly i-SITE 3 Charlemont Street, RANFURLY (03) 262 7999 OTAGO/SOUTHLAND waitakinz.com dunedinnz.com destinationclutha.com southlandnz.com 90 Oamaru i-SITE 1 Thames Street, OAMARU (03) 434 1656 91 Dunedin i-SITE DOC Ōtepoti/Dunedin Visitor Centre 50 The Octagon, DUNEDIN (03) 474 3300 92 Palmerston i-SITE 117 Ronaldsay Street, PALMERSTON | (03) 465 1950 93 Clutha i-SITE 4 Clyde Street, BALCLUTHA (03) 418 0388 94 Invercargill i-SITE Queens Park, 108 Gala Street, INVERCARGILL | (03) 211 0895 95 DOC Rakiura National Park Visitor Centre 15 Main Road, OBAN, STEWART ISLAND, (03) 219 0009 48 Whanganui i-SITE 31 Taupo Quay, WHANGANUI (06) 349 0508 49 Palmerston North i-SITE The Square, PALMERSTON NORTH (06) 350 1922 50 Tararua i-SITE 45 Vogel Street, WOODVILLE (06) 376 0217 51 Foxton i-SITE Cnr Main & Wharf Streets, FOXTON | (06) 366 0999 52 Levin i-SITE Te Takere Centre, 10 Bath Street, LEVIN | (06) 366 0848 WELLINGTON wellingtonnz.com wairarapanz.com 53 Kapiti i-SITE Coastlands, Main Rd, PARAPARAUMU | (04) 298 8195 54 Wellington i-SITE 111 Wakefield Street, WELLINGTON | (04) 802 4860 55 DOC Pōneke / Wellington Visitor Centre 18 Manners St, WELLINGTON (04) 384 7770 56 Upper Hutt i-SITE Expressions Arts & Entertainment Centre, 836 Fergusson Drive, UPPER HUTT | (04) 527 2168 57 Masterton i-SITE Cnr Dixon and Bruce Streets, MASTERTON | (06) 370 0900 58 Martinborough i-SITE 18 Kitchener Street, MARTINBOROUGH (06) 306 5010 NELSON/ MARLBOROUGH nelsonnz.com marlboroughnz.com 59 Picton i-SITE The Foreshore, PICTON (03) 520 3113 60 Blenheim i-SITE 8 Sinclair Street, BLENHEIM (03) 577 8080 61 Nelson i-SITE Millers Acre, Taha o te Awa, 77 Trafalgar St, NELSON (03) 548 2304 DOC Nelson Visitor Centre (03) 546 9339 62 Motueka i-SITE 20 Wallace Street, MOTUEKA (03) 528 6543 The Department of Conservation (DOC) looks after a range of unique outdoor experiences, accommodation and recreation facilities on public conservation land. With a network of more than 950 huts and 320 campsites, DOC also manages a range of accommodation facilities to suit all budgets and tastes. DOC Visitor Centres DOC visitor centres are located nationwide and are staffed by DOC rangers who have first-hand, in-depth local knowledge about conservation places and activities. Visit to plan and prepare your outdoor adventures. Find out about DOC visitor centre opening hours at www.doc.govt.nz/visitorcentres New Zealand’s nine Great Walks are premier tracks that pass through diverse and spectacular scenery. From native forests, lakes and rivers to rugged mountain peaks, deep gorges and vast valleys. Find out about Great Walks at www.doc.govt.nz/greatwalks Take a break in the outdoors and get in touch with nature. Short Walks are easy to get to and great for families. Embark on an adventure in some of the most spectacular landscapes in the world. These Day Hikes are perfect for compact gateways with friends. Find out about Short Walks at www.doc.govt.nz/shortwalks and Day Hikes at www.doc.govt.nz/dayhikes I WANT TO explore 1 i-SITE Visitor Information Centre locations (Information and all travel bookings) 24 DOC Visitor Information Centre locations (DOC accommodation bookings and information only) 60 Joint i-SITE/DOC Visitor Information Centre locations (Information and bookings) Are you looking for a great experience in New Zealand? Then look out for the Qualmark, New Zealand tourism’s official mark of quality. What it means for you When a business displays a Qualmark sign it means you can be assured that you will have a great tourism experience. You’ll be able to book with confidence knowing that the business operates in an ethical, professional and environmentally sustainable way. Qualmark star rated accommodation lets you know the quality of a property before you decide to stay the night, whether you’re on a budget or looking for some 5 star luxury. Meanwhile all Qualmark Endorsed activities, service and transport providers have been checked to ensure they have the right systems and equipment in place for you to have a safe and happy holiday in New Zealand. So how do we know this? Tourism businesses that carry the Qualmark quality logo have chosen to be measured against stringent quality, safety and environment standards by Qualmark New Zealand. Each business receives on-site evaluations against up to 300 specific criteria, tailored to the type of tourism experience they offer. These evaluations are conducted by Qualmark’s independent business experts, who understand the high quality and service standards that New Zealand visitors demand. Each business that you encounter displaying a Qualmark quality logo has met and is maintaining the highest quality standards, so you can be assured they represent the best tourism experiences on offer in New Zealand. For more information visit www.qualmark.co.nz Imagine riding through the cool of the New Zealand bush, dense with fern, dappled with light and where the only sound is the call of native birds loud above the hum of your bike. Or, imagine a trail that rounds a wide sweeping bend to a view that simply takes your breath away – stunning snow capped peaks mirrored in a deep, still lake. Journeys such as these exist – they are real examples of what ‘Nga Haerenga - The New Zealand Cycle Trail’ has on offer. ‘Nga Haerenga’ means ‘the journeys’, both in a physical and spiritual sense, which is exactly what you will experience on the New Zealand Cycle Trail. The Great Rides are the premier rides on the New Zealand Cycle Trail. They are predominantly off-road trails that showcase the very best of New Zealand’s landscape, environment, culture and heritage. So what are you waiting for .... Start planning your cycling holiday now! Visit www.nzcycletrail.com Te Araroa is New Zealand’s Trail – taking in spectacular New Zealand landscapes from beaches to volcanoes to forests to cities. The 3000km route stretching from Cape Reinga in the North of New Zealand to Bluff in the South. Te Araroa is the greatest New Zealand adventure there is – walk it all or walk a short section ranging from a few hours to a few days. Visit www.teararoa.org.nz With so much to see and do in our dramatic natural environment, it’s little wonder that New Zealanders love the outdoors and travellers from all around the world visit our little slice of paradise. New Zealand’s diverse landscapes and spectacular coastline provide the perfect adventure playground for people to enjoy a huge variety of recreational activities like cycling, climbing, fishing, hunting, swimming, snorkelling and diving. Walking options range from shorter walks on gentle, mostly flat tracks, suitable for families and those with moderate levels of fitness, to multi-day walks covering more challenging terrain for those who are a bit more adventurous! These include New Zealand’s nine Great Walks that offer a variety of stunning scenery and diverse environments. www.greatwalks.co.nz Cycling journeys through the cool of the New Zealand bush, dense with fern, dappled with light and the only sound is the call of native birds loud above the hum of your bike is what ‘Nga Haerenga - The New Zealand Cycle Trail’ is all about. www.nzcycletrail.com Every region of New Zealand has its own treasures. I-SITE Visitor Centres are the front door to New Zealand’s unique offerings and experiences, for all visitors need to know about what to see, where to go and how to get there. www.newzealand.com/isite The Department of Conservation (DOC) looks after a range of unique outdoor experiences, accommodation and recreation facilities on public conservation land. To find out more about exploring New Zealand’s great outdoors, visit a DOC Visitor Centre. You’ll find experts on hand to ensure you are well informed and ready to go for your journey in the outdoors. www.doc.govt.nz i-SITE is New Zealand’s official visitor information network with over 80 i-SITEs nationwide. i-SITE knows all the best things to do, places to stay and ways to get there. Plus they’ll take care of the bookings. Every person who works at i-SITE is a travel expert for their own home town, so they can help you to find the sorts of activities, attractions, accommodation and transport that only a local would know. You can be sure that once you have experienced the latest and greatest of what one place has to offer, i-SITE will help connect you with their equally friendly i-SITE colleagues at the next stop on your journey. So whether you’ve come around the world or down the road you can rely on i-SITE for expert local knowledge and bookings throughout New Zealand. • Itinerary planning and information • Bookings nationwide - accommodation, transport, activities, attractions • Free maps, weather & mountain safety information • Local information - events, attractions, restaurants & more! • Many i-SITEs offer free Wi-Fi – look for the logo on the map • Most i-SITEs are open every day (except Christmas Day). Some i-SITEs operate reduced hours. Check www.newzealand.com/isite, Google or TripAdvisor for more information. YOUR JOURNEY STARTS AT i -SITE Expert local knowledge & bookings in 80 locations throughout New Zealand BE SAFE AND RESPONSIBLE QUALMARK DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION NZ CYCLE TRAIL WELCOME TO NEW ZEALAND i-SITE NEW ZEALAND TE ARAROA TRAIL For more information email us at [email protected]. Locate and review us at Town/city National highway Provincial highway NZ Great Rides Cycle Trail NZ Network Cycle Trail Te Araroa Trail Public conservation land National park Conservation park, specially protected area Reserve Great Walk Short Walks Day Hikes
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Twin CoastCycle Trail
HaurakiRail Trail
WaikatoRiver Trail
Te Ara Ahi Trail
Motu Trails
Great Lake TrailThe TimberTrail
Mountainto Sea Trail
Hawke’s BayTrails
RimutakaCycle Trail
Far North Cycleway
Kauri Coast
Kaipara Missing Link
Rere Falls Trail(Marawai to
Gisborne)
Forgotten WorldHighway
Timber TrailConnection
Mountains to SeaConnection
Gentle Annie
ManawatuCycleway
TararuaTraverse
Route 52
WairarapaValley Cycleway
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Tāwharanui Marine Reserve
Te Whara Track
Tongariro AlpineCrossing
Cape KidnappersWalking Track
Mt ManaiaTrack
Mangawhai Cliffs Walkway
RangitotoSummit Track
Cathedral Cove Walk
The OldGhost Road
St JamesCycle Trail
West CoastWilderness Trail
Alps 2 OceanCycle Trail
The Queenstown Trail
Otago CentralRail Trail
RoxburghGorge Trail
CluthaGold Trail
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Queen CharlotteTrack
Dun MountainTrail
Tasman’sGreatTasteTrail
QueenCharlotte Drive
MolesworthMuster Trail
RainbowTrail
Old Ghost RoadRoundabout
Westport toOld Ghost Road
Golden Down Trail
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We want you to stay safe while enjoying the great natural attractions New Zealand has to offer. Here are some websites that provide information to keep you safe.
New Zealand PoliceNew Zealand is relatively safe but it’s not crime free. It is important to keep safe and look after yourself as you would at home. Visit www.police.govt.nz/visitor-guide
AdventureSmartBe AdventureSmart and Know Before You Go. AdventureSmart provides tips, links and advice for you to plan and prepare any outdoor, boating, water, snow or air activity safely, for any level of ability. Visit www.adventuresmart.org.nz
Freedom Camping Where can I camp? Find out how to camp responsibly in New Zealand. Visit www.camping.org.nz or www.campermate.co.nz
DriveSafeWhat’s different about driving in New Zealand? Driving is a great way to experience all New Zealand has to offer. But driving here can be different to driving in other countries. Visit www.drivesafe.org.nz for information about New Zealand road rules and etiquette, and other useful tips for drivers who are unfamiliar with our roads.
NORTHLAND
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The Department of Conservation (DOC) looks after a range of unique outdoor experiences, accommodation and recreation facilities on public conservation land.
With a network of more than 950 huts and 320 campsites, DOC also manages a range of accommodation facilities to suit all budgets and tastes.
DOC Visitor Centres DOC visitor centres are located nationwide and are staffed by DOC rangers who have first-hand, in-depth local knowledge about conservation places and activities. Visit to plan and prepare your outdoor adventures.
Find out about DOC visitor centre opening hours at www.doc.govt.nz/visitorcentres
New Zealand’s nine Great Walks are premier tracks that pass through diverse and spectacular scenery. From native forests, lakes and rivers to rugged mountain peaks, deep gorges and vast valleys. Find out about Great Walks at www.doc.govt.nz/greatwalks
Take a break in the outdoors and get in touch with nature. Short Walks are easy to get to and great for families.
Embark on an adventure in some of the most spectacular landscapes in the world. These Day Hikes are perfect for compact gateways with friends.
Find out about Short Walks at www.doc.govt.nz/shortwalks and Day Hikes at www.doc.govt.nz/dayhikes
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Are you looking for a great experience in New Zealand? Then look out for the Qualmark, New Zealand tourism’s official mark of quality.
What it means for you When a business displays a Qualmark sign it means you can be assured that you will have a great tourism experience. You’ll be able to book with confidence knowing that the business operates in an ethical, professional and environmentally sustainable way.
Qualmark star rated accommodation lets you know the quality of a property before you decide to stay the night, whether you’re on a budget or looking for some 5 star luxury. Meanwhile all Qualmark Endorsed activities, service and transport providers have been checked to ensure they have the right systems and equipment in place for you to have a safe and happy holiday in New Zealand.
So how do we know this?Tourism businesses that carry the Qualmark quality logo have chosen to be measured against stringent quality, safety and environment standards by Qualmark New Zealand.
Each business receives on-site evaluations against up to 300 specific criteria, tailored to the type of tourism experience they offer. These evaluations are conducted by Qualmark’s independent business experts, who understand the high quality and service standards that New Zealand visitors demand.
Each business that you encounter displaying a Qualmark quality logo has met and is maintaining the highest quality standards, so you can be assured they represent the best tourism experiences on offer in New Zealand.
For more information visit www.qualmark.co.nz
Imagine riding through the cool of the New Zealand bush, dense with fern, dappled with light and where the only sound is the call of native birds loud above the hum of your bike.
Or, imagine a trail that rounds a wide sweeping bend to a view that simply takes your breath away – stunning snow capped peaks mirrored in a deep, still lake.
Journeys such as these exist – they are real examples of what ‘Nga Haerenga - The New Zealand Cycle Trail’ has on offer. ‘Nga Haerenga’ means ‘the journeys’, both in a physical and spiritual sense, which is exactly what you will experience on the New Zealand Cycle Trail.
The Great Rides are the premier rides on the New Zealand Cycle Trail. They are predominantly off-road trails that showcase the very best of New Zealand’s landscape, environment, culture and heritage.
So what are you waiting for.... Start planning your cycling holiday now! Visit www.nzcycletrail.com
Te Araroa is New Zealand’s Trail – taking in spectacular New Zealand landscapes from beaches to volcanoes to forests to cities. The 3000km route stretching from Cape Reinga in the North of New Zealand to Bluff in the South.
Te Araroa is the greatest New Zealand adventure there is – walk it all or walk a short section ranging from a few hours to a few days. Visit www.teararoa.org.nz
With so much to see and do in our dramatic natural environment, it’s little wonder that New Zealanders love the outdoors and travellers from all around the world visit our little slice of paradise.
New Zealand’s diverse landscapes and spectacular coastline provide the perfect adventure playground for people to enjoy a huge variety of recreational activities like cycling, climbing, fishing, hunting, swimming, snorkelling and diving.
Walking options range from shorter walks on gentle, mostly flat tracks, suitable for families and those with moderate levels of fitness, to multi-day walks covering more challenging terrain for those who are a bit more adventurous! These include New Zealand’s nine Great Walks that offer a variety of stunning scenery and diverse environments. www.greatwalks.co.nz
Cycling journeys through the cool of the New Zealand bush, dense with fern, dappled with light and the only sound is the call of native birds loud above the hum of your bike is what ‘Nga Haerenga - The New Zealand Cycle Trail’ is all about. www.nzcycletrail.com
Every region of New Zealand has its own treasures. I-SITE Visitor Centres are the front door to New Zealand’s unique offerings and experiences, for all visitors need to know about what to see, where to go and how to get there. www.newzealand.com/isite
The Department of Conservation (DOC) looks after a range of unique outdoor experiences, accommodation and recreation facilities on public conservation land.
To find out more about exploring New Zealand’s great outdoors, visit a DOC Visitor Centre. You’ll find experts on hand to ensure you are well informed and ready to go for your journey in the outdoors. www.doc.govt.nz
i-SITE is New Zealand’s official visitor information network with over 80 i-SITEs nationwide.
i-SITE knows all the best things to do, places to stay and ways to get there. Plus they’ll take care of the bookings.
Every person who works at i-SITE is a travel expert for their own home town, so they can help you to find the sorts of activities, attractions, accommodation and transport that only a local would know.
You can be sure that once you have experienced the latest and greatest of what one place has to offer, i-SITE will help connect you with their equally friendly i-SITE colleagues at the next stop on your journey.
So whether you’ve come around the world or down the road you can rely on i-SITE for expert local knowledge and bookings throughout New Zealand.
• Free maps, weather & mountain safety information
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• Many i-SITEs offer free Wi-Fi – look for the logo on the map
• Most i-SITEs are open every day (except Christmas Day). Some i-SITEs operate reduced hours. Check www.newzealand.com/isite, Google or TripAdvisor for more information.
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Waka Experience – Whanganui River Sarjeant Art Gallery Durie Hill Underground Elevator Whanganui Regional Museum NZ Glassworks – NZ home of glass art Quartz - Museum of Studio Ceramics St Paul’s Memorial Church Paddle steamer & riverboats Cycle trails & walkways Black sand beaches Heritage architecture
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THEMED HIGHWAYS These routes are marked with distinctive brown road signs. For more information visit: newzealand.com/int/themed-highways
NORTH ISLAND Twin Coast Discovery Highway: This route begins in Auckland
and travels north, tracing both coasts to Cape Reinga and back. Driving is easy and interesting. Highlights include a procession of beautiful beaches, opportunities for fishing, surfing, diving and dolphin encounters; cultural experiences at Waitangi; forest hikes and craft shopping.
Pacific Coast Highway: Linking the Coromandel, Bay of Plenty and Eastland with Auckland in the north and Hawke’s Bay in the south, the Pacific Coast Highway takes you to spectacular coastal scenery and beaches, forest wilderness and grape growing districts. This route should go down the Pohutakawa Coast, through Clevedon and around the Firth of Thames. The cities of Tauranga, Gisborne, Napier and Hastings will satisfy your urge to wine, dine and shop.
Thermal Explorer Highway: This route runs between Auckland and Hawke’s Bay, travelling through the volcanic centre of the island. You’ll have the chance to discover the caves around Waitomo in the Hamilton & Waikato region, geothermal areas in Rotorua and Lake TaupŌ, the amazing Tongariro National Park and Hawke’s Bay Wine Country. Expect equal quantities of relaxation and adventure. When combined, the Pacific Coast Highway and Thermal Explorer are known as The Great New Zealand Touring Route.
Forgotten World Highway: The 150km Forgotten World Highway (State Highway 43) is a memorable driving journey through stunningly scenic untouched landscapes. Following ancient Māori trade routes and 19th century bridle paths, the highway connects Taumarunui to Stratford. The route wriggles its way over four mountain saddles, through an eerie one-way tunnel and along a sinuous river gorge, passing through the unique Republic of Whangamomona.
Volcanic Loop: From the trout town of Turangi, you can circle the volcanoes of Tongariro National Park by following state highways 47, 4, 49 and 1. On a clear day, you’ll enjoy spectacular views of the mountains and the volcanic terrain that surrounds them. The stretch known as the ‘Desert Road’, which cuts across the desolate Rangipo Desert, is particularly memorable.
Surf Highway 45: The 105km highway that traces the Taranaki coast is known as Surf Highway 45 for the countless surf breaks that can be found at the end of almost every road that leads to the coast. The top spots have fascinating names - the Kumara Patch, Graveyards, Secret Spot, and Green Meadows to mention a few, and they are handily punctuated by cosy cafés feeding surfers and adventurers alike.
Manawatu Scenic Route: A scenic alternative to State Highway One, this route takes you on journeys between the highways through rural landscapes. Discover hidden places and tucked away treasures ranging from country cafés and pubs; heritage sites, galleries and gardens, to scenic reserves, day walks, swimming holes, glow-worm caves, picnic areas, and camping spots. Meet the locals and enjoy world-class scenery from the roadside.
Classic New Zealand Wine Trail: Weaving through three major wine regions, the Classic New Zealand Wine Trail serves up unforgettable wine and food experiences along the 380km route, spanning the North and South Islands. This self-guided drive takes visitors through Hawke’s Bay, Wairarapa, and Marlborough, home to some 230 wineries. At the heart of the trail lies Wellington, New Zealand’s capital, the perfect place for a culinary and cultural stopover.
SOUTH ISLAND Alpine Pacific Touring Route: The Alpine Pacific Touring Route
takes you to the wine and food experiences of Waipara, the spa delights of Hanmer Springs and the marine mammal encounters of Kaikoura. Between destinations, you’ll enjoy beautiful country scenery.
The Inland Scenic 72 Route: The perfect road journey for travellers who like to get off the main highways and find real rural life. The route starts at Amberley, in the north of the Canterbury region, and runs to Winchester, where it links to State Highway 1. There are fabulous views of the Southern Alps on one side of the road, complemented by the green serenity of the Canterbury Plains on the other.
The Great Alpine Highway: This coast-to-coast route traverses the Southern Alps. From Christchurch, the 255-kilometre route follows State Highway 73 west across river plains before rising to traverse through Porters Pass and Arthur’s Pass National Park. Highlights include the impressive Waimakariri and Otira River gorges, driving along the Otira Viaduct and exploring natural wonders like the Castle Hill Rocks and Cave Stream Reserve.
Great Coast Road: The Great Coast Road stretches from Westport down to Kumara. It meanders alongside the ancient limestone cliffs of Paparoa National Park, where the world’s smallest penguin resides, through Charleston and down to Punakaiki, home to the famous Pancake Rocks and Blowholes. Driving it in one go only takes about 90 minutes, but it’s best to slow down, enjoy the ride and explore some of New Zealand’s small towns.
Glacier Highway: The Glacier Highway hugs the coastline from Kumara, through Hokitika and all the way down to Glacier Country. This 300-kilometre journey is surrounded with dense coastal scrub and West Coast rainforest, making it one of New Zealand’s most scenic routes. It passes through three national parks, seal colonies, beaches, lakes, and as its namesake states, mighty glaciers.
Southern Scenic Route: Starting in the historic city of Dunedin, this route follows the wild southern coast to Invercargill, then continues west and north to Te Anau before ending at Queenstown. Highlights include wildlife encounters along The Catlins coast, the classic motors of Invercargill, cruising Fiordland, walking the Milford Track and the southern local delicacies found throughout.