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Latest from TNZ - Nature and wildlife
Every reason why the Chathams should be on your 2022 hit list
Remote, wild and utterly fascinating, it pays to make the most of the Chatham Islands.
Greymouth resident Jase Blair reveals the West Coast's best bits
Local recommendations are the best recommendations when visiting the West Coast.
On and off the mountain: weekend adventures exploring Mt Taranaki
Need a weekend break? There's an adventure to be had up, down and all around Mt Taranaki.
Sail to Motuara Island for birds, dolphins and a history lesson
The Marlborough Sounds' Motuara Island is paradise for history buffs and nature lovers.
Seven days in Stewart Island, where Great Walks are just the beginning
Adventures are had every minute of every hour when you spend seven days on Stewart Island.
Enjoy a walk on the wild side at Cape Foulwind in Westport
On the notorious West Coast, the name Cape Foulwind shouldn't raise any eyebrows.
NZ can turn the most walk-averse individuals into hardened trampers
Mark Pickering describes his first tramp in NZ, having newly arrived from England.
Time and tide: Exploring Abel Tasman, three ways
Whether you're roughing it or looking for luxury, Abel Tasman National Park will deliver.
Looking for a unique three-day trip? This itinerary won't disappoint
How about a three-day tour dedicated to moa? Extinct yes, but on this trip, easily found.
'Bat' of the year: Where to see the controversial Pekapeka in the wild
DoC's science advisor says the bats aren't scary, so much as misunderstood.
From the sky to the sea, experience Marlborough from every angle
There is a myriad of ways to see Marlborough and we bet you don't know of them all.
Predator-free Rotoroa Island gains four kiwi chicks
The birds join a kiwi Kōhanga for the birds on the island.
Motu that time forgot: Predator-free island adventures
New Zealand sounded a lot different before humans arrived.
Plan ahead for escapism and adventure on NZ's most popular islands
These well-known NZ islands hide a lot of lesser-known things to see, do and experience.
Sweat and Reset: 11 ways to unwind after exertion
Big adventures deserve big rewards: indulgent recovery for hikers and bikers across NZ.
Sunset kayak tours, luxury cruises, island adventures - NZ's best boat trips
13 of the country's best boat trips that let you set foot on islands far and wide.
Five steps to planning the perfect hike
Labour Weekend is the unofficial start of the tramping season.
The best natural hot springs for self-care and solo travellers
There's an element of the fairytale about Maruia Hot Springs, perfect for solo soaking.
Marlborough Sounds: Off the beaten track in an expedition boat
How to visit NZ's eighth largest island and the northernmost island of the South Island.
Crossing the Tongariro: Take a day or a little longer
Whether you make it a one-day experience or longer, the Tongariro Alpine Crossing is epic.
To the island: NZ's best off-the-beaten track motu for overnight adventures
There are many options for island stays, from campgrounds to huts to luxury accommodation.
Prepare to be blown away by the two-day Kaikōura Coast Track
The Kaikoura Coast Track is a two-day private NZ walk that's guaranteed to impress.
Three days, one campervan and a wild Wairarapa ride
Jump in the campervan and enjoy Wairarapa's raw, rugged beauty on a three-day road trip.
Back-country huts: The best of great ports in a storm
In their new book three Kiwi authors profile New Zealand's best backcountry huts.
NZ's Hottest DoC Campsites of 2021
Booked the summer campsite yet? You better get in quick if you want one of NZ's top spots.
Nature's calling: 5 great post-lockdown spring walks from Auckland
Short nature walks to tempt the family outdoors this spring, whatever the weather.
Routeburn: Geoff Chapple endures a passage of sheer joy
Te Araroa founder Geoff Chapple lives the dream on the Routeburn Track.
Hotel review: The West Coast retreat with a rainforest on your doorstep
Eco-friendly Rainforest retreat in Franz Josef Village offers something for everyone.
'Once in a lifetime' Curio Bay photo in World Ocean Photographer 2021
Award images of surgical waste and rare animals are a health check on our oceans.
Conservation Week: Where to reconnect with nature and yourself
Take a moment to breathe in nature this Conservation Week/Te Wiki Tiaki Ao Tūroa.
Time outdoors increases mental resilience, DoC report
New report highlights inequalities in Kiwis' access to the outdoors during adversity.
First spring kiwi chick 'Hope' born as Alert Level lowers
Hope was born at 8.20am, hours after the South Island lowered Covid Alert levels.