In New Zealand, we are lucky that more than a third (33.4 per cent) of all land is legally protected conservation land. About 8.5 million hectares comes under the protection of DoC. Among them are ...

DOC huts are the only accommodation available, though as with many of the other walks, guided packages are available with ...

Visitor demand for huts and campsites is growing, with DOC recording 1.25 million bookings last financial year.

Fortunately, we have the perfect guide to the best hiking trails and tracks for beginners. Shaun Barnett, author of Tramping in Aotearoa, New Zealand’s best 45 Tramps, offers advice for first-time ...

Visitor demand for huts ... more as Department of Conservation increases accommodation prices Queenstown housing: 'The situation hasn't gotten any better' Man set to complete all New Zealand's ...