Lonely Planet Best Day Hikes New Zealand

By Lonely Planet

Stretch your legs away from the city with Lonely Planet's Best Day Hikes New Zealandand discover 60 easy escapes into nature with maps and directions.

Lace up your hiking boots and experience the freedom of the great outdoors with trails that range from a couple of hours to a full day. Admire panoramic views of mountains and alpine lakes as you climb Key Summit; explore golden sand beaches on a stomp through Abel Tasman National Park; and escape to a bird lover's paradise on the Kawerau Track Loop.

InsideLonely Planet's Best Day Hikes New Zealand:

Discover 60 escapes into nature on foot that range from a few hours to a full day adventureEach hike features easy-to-use maps, detailed directions, difficulty rating (easy, moderate, hard), distance, terrain, start and end points, where to take a break and hiking tipsRegional profiles provide an overview of the area, local transport, unmissable calendar events, where to stay and the best hikes to complete'Also try' recommendations introduce additional hikes nearby'Our Picks' section highlights the best: mountain, coastal, bird-watching, glacial, and dramatic hike experiencesLocal travel experts share their favorite hikesEssential 'Toolkit' on arriving, getting around, accommodation, hiking etiquette, health and safety, responsible travel and moreCovers: The North, Central North Island, Southern North Island, Top of the South, Canterbury, West Coast, Otago, The South

Set out on foot with Lonely Planet's Best Day Hikes New Zealand and explore the breathtaking landscapes of this very special country.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1838692193
• ISBN13: 9781838692193
• Release Date: October 2025
• Publisher: Lonely Planet
• Length: 232 Pages
• Weight: 1.13 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.6" x 8.2"