
Kaikōura Peninsula Walkway
Plan your Kaikōura Peninsula Walkway adventure with our handy guide covering costs, track accessibility, local wildlife spots, and Māori history.

Plan your Kaikōura Peninsula Walkway adventure with our handy guide covering costs, track accessibility, local wildlife spots, and Māori history.

Accessibility: Wheelchair hire via Freyberg Pool; beach matting (seasonal); accessible toilets & parking; boardwalk. Cost Free (beach wheelchair hire has a cost and must be

Kuirau Park Rotorua: NZ’s only free geothermal public park. Mud pools, crater lake, free hot footbaths & Saturday market. 5 min walk from Rotorua CBD.

Queen Charlotte Drive: Marlborough’s iconic free scenic route — 70 km of coastal rainforest, Sound views & hidden bays between Picton & Havelock.

Explore the rugged Hokitika Beach and take a photo with the iconic driftwood sign. A beautiful, free spot for sunset views.

Visit Ross to walk the historic goldfields for free. See old mining equipment and beautiful views of the coastline.

Lake Kaniere is a paradise for swimming, boating, and hiking. Enjoy free access to one of NZ’s most beautiful glacial lakes.

The Hokitika Glow Worm Dell offers a magical, free evening experience. See thousands of glow worms just steps from the main road.

Visit the Hokitika Gorge for stunning turquoise water, swing bridges, and easy walking tracks. A must-see free attraction near Hokitika.

Roys Peak Track: Wānaka’s best free day hike — 16 km return, epic Lake Wānaka views, 1,578 m summit. No entry fee.