3rd June 2026 DOC / Great WalksMore than 33k bookings were processed across the country’s Great Walks, with strong interest from both Kiwis and internationals.
20th May 2026 DOC / Great WalksConstruction of the new Oturere Hut on the Tongariro Northern Circuit remains on schedule ahead of the 2026/27 Great Walk season, although the Mangatepopo Track will stay closed following fires in late 2025.
14th May 2026 DOC / Great WalksThe Milford Track was largely sold out within 30 minutes, says the Department of Conservation.
11th May 2026 DOC / Great WalksThe Department of Conservation will open bookings for its Great Walks tomorrow, starting with the Paparoa Track.
1st May 2026 DOC / Great WalksWaihohonu and Mangatepopo huts in Tongariro National Park can now be booked over winter, with each operating as a serviced hut until the next Great Walk season begins.
8th April 2026 DOC / Great WalksThree historic viaducts in Southern Fiordland have been closed due to structural deterioration, says the Department of Conservation.
26th March 2026 DOC / Great WalksBookings for 10 of the Great Walks will be staggered over more than a week, with the Hump Ridge Track managed separately and already available to be booked two years in advance.
17th December 2025 Great Walks / WilsonsDarryl Wilson says the return of Abel Tasman Coast Track to Māori ownership opens the way to a locally focused future for the experience.
25th November 2025 DOC / Great WalksAll Great Walks across Aotearoa are now officially open for the 2024/25 season.
19th November 2025 DOC / Great WalksThe opening of Milford Track, which was meant to open today, has been delayed until Monday 24 November.
14th November 2025 DOC / Great WalksThe Department of Conservation is requesting information from suppliers of possible booking solutions for its Great Walks, campsites, and accommodation.
3rd November 2025 DOC / Great WalksWild spring weather has forced closures and further delays to several Great Walks across the South Island.
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