Scenery, lush primeal forests and quiet places to relax the soul, New Zealand’s National Parks are top destinations for many visitors. New Zealand National Parks wraps visitors in breathtaking views, walks, beach magic, thundering waterfalls and South Island glaciers.
NATIONAL PARKS – NORTH ISLAND
Tongariro National Park
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Whanganui National Park
Learn More Egmont National Park
Learn MoreNATIONAL PARKS – SOUTH ISLAND
Kahurangi National Park
Learn More Abel Tasman National Park
Learn More Paparoa National Park
Learn More Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park
Learn More Rakiura National Park
Learn More Fiordland National Park
Learn More Mount Aspiring National Park
Learn More Nelson Lakes National Park
Learn MoreFind your happy place in the New Zealand wilderness. Visit a New Zealand National Park.
- Bound up rocky escapements for stunning views in Aoraki Mount Cook National Park
- Wander with family and friends on well formed paths in Arthurs Pass National Park.
- Wriggle the toes in the golden sands of Abel Tasman National Park
- Be memorised by the power of waterfalls in Milford Sound and Mount Aspiring National Park, Haast Pass
- Look for goblins and fairies in the magical Egmont Taranaki National Park
- Embark on the ultimate challenge, Tongariro Alpine Crossing in the Tongariro National Park & Tongariro Alpine crossing
New Zealand National Parks are found throughout the several islands of Aotearoa New Zealand. The South Island of New Zealand with its majestic alpine range, geological features and pristine flora and fauna is where visitor favourites are located.
- Arthur’s Pass National Park, walks, waterfalls and cheeky native parrot, the Kea
- Paparoa National Park, extraordinary pancake rock forms, tea coloured rivers and lush rainforest
- Mount Aspiring National Park, Haast Pass is a mustgo waterfall fan destination
- Fiordland National Park is where Milford Sound with waterfalls and mists are wrapped around the New Zealand fiords
- Mount Cook National Park with the popular day walk Hooker Valley (great photo of boardwalk)
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Are you short on time while visiting New Zealand, plan at least one short walk and explore New Zealand’s scenic highlights. Check out Seventeen top short walks in New Zealand. The hard part is choosing where to go.
NZ National Parks are easily accessible, often less than 50 km from urban centres. Check out Abel Tasman National Park and immerse yourself in nature with the promise of coffee break in the afternoon. NZ national parks offer visitors a perfect holiday combo, nearby top attractions, urban centres and nature in the backyard.
Joy, you can camp in numerous park designated campgrounds managed by NZ Department of Conservation. DOC manages over 15,000 km of tracks. Choose from more than 200 DOC campsites in forest settings, lakeshores and sandy beaches. Check out our camping articles for more details.
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Whakapapa, Tongariro National Park Village
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Learn More DIVERSITY is packed into 13 National Parks and many Conservation Reserves. Glaciers are found in Westland Tai Poutini National Park, gold sandy beaches in Abel Tasman National Park, thundering waterfalls in Fiordland, Tai Poumanu National Park, layered pancake rocks found in Paparoa National Park and heritage trails through farmland in Auckland’s Regional Parks.
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