The South Island of New Zealand is renowned for its breathtaking landscapes and awe-inspiring hiking trails.

If you're looking for a challenging yet rewarding climb, then look no further than Mt Torlesse. Located in the Korowai/Torlesse Tussocklands

Oteake Conservation Area is a vast, rugged, mountainous wilderness area in the central South Island of New Zealand.

If you're looking for a day hike that will take your breath away, look no further than the side trip to Cascade Saddle on the Rees-Dart Track in Otago, New Zealand. This stunning trail offers hikers an unforgettable experience with its breathtaking views of glaciers, mountains, and valleys.

Located in New Zealand's stunning Southern Alps, the Rees-Dart track is a popular hiking route that takes you through some of the most...

he journey to the hut is an adventure in itself, passing through stunning scenery and offers breathtaking views of the Canterbury Plains.

Pinnacles Hut offers stunning views of the surrounding mountains and valleys. A popular destination for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.

If you're a Lord of the Rings fan, there's no better way to experience the magic of Middle Earth than by hiking Mt Sunday. Located in Mid...

If you're looking for a challenging hike with breathtaking views, Buckland Peaks near Westport is the perfect destination. This stunning...

2022 was a year of ups and downs, twists and turns and by the end everything I had planned was turned completely on it's head.

Labour Weekend generally marks the end of winter and the beginning of the Spring and Summer tramping season, it's one of my most favourite long weekends.

We had planned to do the full circuit around Mt Somers in a day, knowing full well it was going to be 26km and take us anywhere between 10 and 12 hours. Well we got half of it done, and it was more a case of the weather beating us down than our inability to complete the task.

The Dingle Burn Valley stretches from the upper Ahuriri in the east all the way down to Lake Hawea in the west, with access to the Ahuriri via Birchwood Road just out of Omarama.

Mt Peel stands out along the Canterbury Foothills, driving up and down State Highway 1 between Rakaia and Timaru it’s hard to miss. The three peeks of Peel have caught my attention for years, unfortunately I have never been able to make it on a trip to any of the peaks. So on the bucket list it went.

Kakahu Bush is 15 kilometres from Geraldine, on the way to Fairlie. It's somewhere I have heard of but never been to before, and was glad to have the opportunity to check it out.