With spectacular scenery, amazing trails, a unique hut network and a rich tramping culture, New Zealand is the ultimate destination for immersing yourself in the great outdoors.

Lonely Planet will get you to the heart of New Zealand, with amazing tramping experiences and the best planning advice:

• Inspirational images, contour trail maps, detailed trail coverage and recommendations from our expert authors
• Planning features and top itineraries to help you plan the perfect trip
• Local secrets and hidden travel gems that will make your trip unique
• PLUS a bird spotter’s guide, packing checklist, and information on gateway towns and cities.

Coverage includes: Planning chapters, Northland, Auckland, Coromandel, Tongariro, Urewera, Central North Island, Taranaki, Whanganui, Around Wellington, Queen Charlotte, Marlborough, Abel Tasman, Kahurangi, Nelson Lakes, Canterbury, Arthur’s Pass, Aoraki/Mt Cook, West Coast, Mt Aspiring National Park, Around Queenstown, Fiordland, Stewart Island/Rakiura, Understand and Survival chapters.