Tramping and Walking

Nordic Walking   (www.nordicwalking.net.nz)  

Nordic Walking is a walking technique which gives you a total body workout using very strong, yet lightweight flexible poles. It can be enjoyed by people of any age and athletic ability. Visit the site to find equipment or Nordic walking coaches.

Hollyford Track   (www.hollyfordtrack.co.nz)  

One of New Zealand's most famous guided walks. This internationally recognised trek is a hike experience of a lifetime.

Hutt Valley Tramping Club   (www.hvtc.org.nz)  

A club whose activities include walking, tramping, skiing, mountaineering, mountain biking, rock climbing and other outdoor pursuits.

Manawatu Striders   (www.manawatustriders.org.nz)  

Do you want to improve your current level of fitness and exercise with others? The Manawatu Striders running and walking club caters for all ages and levels of fitness.

Alpine Sports Club   (www.alpinesport.org.nz)  

A tramping, skiing, mountaineering and outdoor recreation club based in Auckland.

Little River Rail Trail   (www.littleriverrailtrail.co.nz)  

A cycle and walking trail located only a short distance from the Little River township. Much of the trail passes through farmland and significant wildlife areas.

Auckland University Tramping Club   (www.autc.org.nz)  

Set up in 1932, the Auckland University Tramping Club has run numerous tramping and alpine trips, from day trips in the weekends to multiday trips. Join today to take part in hikes in the Auckland region and throughout New Zealand.

Auckland Tramping Club   (www.aucklandtramping.org.nz/)  

An Auckland tramping clubs Web site.

City On Its Feet   (www.cityonitsfeet.org.nz)  

Getting people moving and enjoying walking, City On Its Feet walking groups are located around Tauranga and offer a great mix of friendship and fitness.

Otago Trails   (www.otagotrails.co.nz)  

Otago offers a variety of naturally beautiful landscapes that range from the spectacular scenic coast to the central region's rugged splendour. Visit the site to locate cycling, coastal, garden, vineyard, historic, native bush and scenic trails.

Auckland Baptist Tramping Club   (www.abtc.net.nz)  

An organisation formed to offer opportunities to explore the great New Zealand outdoors while enjoying Christian fellowship.

Palmerston North Tramping & Mountaineering Club   (www.pntmc.org.nz/)  

A Palmerston North based tramping and mountaineering site, featuring upcoming events and news.

Hurunui High Country Track   (www.walkingtrack.co.nz)  

A walking track situated on Island Hills Station, a working high country station located 1.5 hours north of Christchurch. The track covers 30 kilometres over three nights, and traverses many different types of vegetation and landscapes including farmland, beech forest and sub-alpine terrain.

Levin Waiopehu Tramping Club   (www.lwtc.org.nz)  

A Tramping Club founded in 1927 and has been an integral part of the outdoor pursuits entered into in the Tararua ranges and on Mt Ruapehu.

Otago University Tramping Club   (www.outc.org.nz)  

The home of the Tramping Club at the University of Otago.

NZ Patches   (www.nzpatches.com)  

Sew-on embroidered patches featuring great Walks, Tracks National Parks, Nature and Souvenirs from New Zealand. Requests for custom design welcomed.

Unofficial Otago University Tramping Club   (www.outc.org)  

Dunedin based student tramping club. Now you can see what others are up to with an online forum.

Waikato Tramping Club   (www.wtc.org.nz)  

All the information on the Waikato Tramping Club online.

Kaikoura Coast Track   (www.kaikouratrack.co.nz)  

A track in Canterbury, offering a combination of uncrowded walking and friendly farm hospitality, for three memorable days and nights. A two day mountain biking option is also available.

Victoria University of Wellington Tramping Club   (www.vuwtc.org.nz)  

An extensive Web site covering all areas of the VUWTC.

Christchurch Over Forties Tramping Club   (www.oftc.org.nz)  

A tramping club that caters for all levels of tramping abilities, promoting safe, responsible enjoyment of the outdoors.

Tramping in New Zealand   (www.wild-nz.de)  

An online tramping guide with insider tips, photographs and information on tracks in both the North and South Islands.

WalkzOnline   (www.walkz.co.nz)  

WalkzOnline has all the information, resources and links you need to get out there and have a great time walking in the greater Wellington region.

West Auckland District Tramping Club   (welcome.to/wadtc)  

A tramping club offering day tramping trips every Sunday, introductory (short easy) day hikes approximately once a month and weekend trips out of Auckland approximately every 4 - 6 weeks.

Trekking NZ   (www.trekkingnz.co.nz)  

A New Zealand trekking, tramping and hiking DVD or video, providing an educational guide to the great walks of New Zealand. Make sure you are prepared for your New Zealand walking experience in the great outdoors.