Abel Tasman National Park Guided Wilsons Walk by Miles Holden

National parks

Discover the national parks of Nelson Tasman

Our national parks offer a diverse range of sightseeing opportunities - from the golden sandy beaches, turquoise blue waters and lush native forest of the Abel Tasman to the alpine vistas and glacial lakes of Nelson Lakes to the untracked wilderness of Kahurangi.

Abel Tasman National Park

New Zealand's most accessible national park - perfectly formed for relaxation and adventure.

Nelson Lakes National Park

The Nelson Lakes National Park is an enchanting alpine landscape of rugged peaks, forests and stunning glacial lakes.

Lodestone hiker Kahurangi by Aimee Jules

Kahurangi National Park

Discover one of NZ's most diverse national parks. Secluded palm-fringed beaches and marble mountains make Kahurangi a very unique park.

Iconic must-do's in our national parks

Heaphy Track Great Walk

The Heaphy Track is one of the Great Walks - New Zealand’s premier hiking tracks, passing through some of the most awe-inspiring and pristine landscapes. This self-guided hike on the 78.4km track with views of mountains to the sea takes 4-6 days.

from NZ$34

Abel Tasman Coast Track Great Walk

The Abel Tasman Coast Track is one of the Great Walks - New Zealand’s premier hiking tracks, passing through some of the most awe-inspiring and pristine landscapes. This self-guided hike on the 60km track through coastal forest takes 3-5 days.

from NZ$38

Mount Robert Circuit

The Mount Robert Circuit undoubtedly offers some of the best views of Nelson Lakes National Park.

Riding the long-forgotten gold miners' road on The Old Ghost Road.

The Old Ghost Road Great Ride

Experience the rural charm, gold mining heritage, and stunning natural landscapes of the Old Ghost Road, an 85km trail that stretches over mountains and valleys and through rushing rivers.

Need more information about our national parks?

These official DOC visitor centres are staffed by DOC rangers who have firsthand, in-depth local knowledge about walks and hiking—short walks, multi-day hikes, Great Walks, track conditions, weather and safety, and hut and campsite bookings.

DOC Rotoiti / Nelson Lakes Visitor Centre

Start your journey through New Zealand's stunning landscapes at a Department of Conservation (DOC) Visitor Centre. Information about conservation areas, as well as DOC's 14,000 km of tracks, 10 Great Walks, and network of 950 huts and 324 campsites.