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Preparing For Your Queenstown Hiking Trip

Going hiking around Queenstown means immersing yourself in one of the most rugged corners of the world. So what do you need to do to plan for your trip?

A Quick Guide to Multi-Day Hikes Near Queenstown

There are many incredible multi-day hiking adventures accessible from Queenstown, and there’s never been a better time to start exploring. So which should be top of your list?

Five of the Best Family Walks in Queenstown

Queenstown is a paradise for little adventurers. Discover the best easy-access, family friendly hikes around the Whakatipu basin - and where to refuel afterwards!

10 Beautiful Walks in Queenstown

Some light exercise is rewarded by spectacular views of Queenstown and its surrounds. Choose from these great little walks and enjoy a new outlook.

Your Guide to Queenstown Walks & Hikes

Majestic Middle-earth scenery, pioneer history and plenty of refreshment stops make walking around Queenstown richly rewarding.

Hiking the Great Walks From Queenstown

Three of New Zealand’s celebrated Great Walks are accessible from Queenstown; the Routeburn, Milford Track and the Kepler. These Great Walks are New Zealand’s best hikes, awe inspiring adventures on tracks through pristine wilderness.

Hidden Hikes to Explore in Arrowtown

Arrowtown is the gateway to many walking tracks and well-known hikes such as The Sawpit Gully Loop, Millennium Track and Tobins Track but that’s just the start of what’s on offer. If you’re looking for a real hill to climb look no further than Arrowtown’s secret peaks.

5 Winter Walks with Epic Snow Views

Surrounded by snow-capped mountains, Queenstown has many beautiful walks with epic snow views you can enjoy during winter. Don your scarf, hat, gloves and jacket plus some sturdy walking shoes and choose from five of the best.