Glaciers scoured the Fiordland landscape for tens of thousands of years, carving the fiords, lakes and deep U-shaped valleys so typical of the area. Glaciers scoured the Fiordland landscape for tens ...

A little penguin/kororā with one foot has become a regular visitor to Auckland's Viaduct Harbour, causing a growing interest amongst Aucklanders. Nikki Grist, a Department of Conservation (DOC) Ranger ...

Learn your first ten forest birds. The birds in this first course are ones that are most frequently recorded in forest bird surveys using the five minute bird count method. Work through each section ...

This well formed track features rivers, a waterfall, a historic hut/tunnel, native bush and views - plenty to keep kids interested. A local favourite, this loop follows along sections of Twelve Mile ...

The Taupō Trout Fishery has an international reputation for excellent fishing all year round. Wild rainbow and brown trout thrive in crystal clear rivers and lakes, set within a beautiful volcanic ...

Native plant restoration: Learn about sourcing and growing local plants.

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Walk the beautiful loop track for views of Pelorus Sound and Havelock and the short lookout track for views of Mahau Sound. Severe weather has damaged many roads in the Marlborough Sounds. Before you ...

Mangapohue Natural Bridge is a highlight on the scenic drive from Waitomo Village to Marokopa. The track is pushchair-friendly and follows a boardwalk through an impressive limestone gorge that takes ...

Mātauranga Māori DOC and Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu commissioned the 'Mātauranga Māori Project on the New Zealand sea lion in 2019' to further a shared understanding of the species and enable whānau, hapū ...

Get huts and campsites pricing for all the Great Walks. Most Great Walks have different pricing for international and New Zealand visitors. DOC staff will conduct random checks at visitor centres and ...

Dogs on a leash only. Other pets on conservation land rules. The Purakaunui Falls is one of Otago's iconic, most-photographed sights. The track through mature beech forest, and then beech and podocarp ...