{"title":"PAST Outdoors Experiences","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eNew Zealand was made for hiking. From ancient forests dripping with ferns to alpine ridgelines carved by glaciers, the landscapes here don't just impress — they stay with you. Our Ultimate Hikes New Zealand collection brings together the finest multi-day walking experiences the country has to offer, with options spanning 3, 4, and 5 days so you can choose the adventure that fits your time and ambition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eWhether you're a seasoned trekker or lacing up your boots for your first multi-day journey, our hiking tours New Zealand are designed to take you deeper into this remarkable country than any bus window or day trip ever could. Walk through the volcanic heart of the North Island, traverse the glacially sculpted valleys of the South Island, or follow trails that wind through some of the world's most celebrated national parks — all with expert guides, comfortable accommodation, and every detail taken care of.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eHiking New Zealand is more than exercise. It's waking up to mist rolling off a mountain lake. It's crossing a swing bridge above a rushing river, sharing a meal with fellow walkers at the end of a long day, and earning views that simply cannot be reached any other way. Our collection is curated for those who want to experience New Zealand the way it deserves to be experienced — slowly, deeply, and on foot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eChoose your pace. Choose your duration. Choose the trail that calls to you. The adventure starts here.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"ultimate-hikes-new-zealand-4-day-hike","title":"Ultimate Hikes New Zealand: 4 Days of Guided South Island Hiking","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cb\u003e4-Day Ultimate Hike New Zealand: Lewis Pass Region New Zealand South Island\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cem\u003eA compact alpine traverse through remote West Coast backcountry, New Zealand.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEnjoy this incredible 4 day, 3 night New Zealand hike\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe Nina Valley, Devilskin Saddle and Doubtful Traverse is a shorter but highly rewarding alpine trip through the rugged terrain surrounding Lewis Pass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis route combines river valley travel, alpine saddles, isolated camping locations, and classic West Coast beech forest into a condensed backcountry experience well suited to hikers wanting a challenging alpine journey within a shorter timeframe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eCrossing Devilskin Saddle provides expansive views into the surrounding valleys and delivers a genuine sense of remoteness despite the relatively accessible starting point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTrip Highlights\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eDevilskin Saddle crossing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eRemote Nina and Doubtful valleys\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eClassic Lewis Pass beech forest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eAlpine river and saddle travel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eSmall group wilderness experience\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eIdeal introduction to South Island alpine traverses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/1742\/9697\/files\/4_day_hike_New_Zealand_South_Island_Tour.png?v=1779083217\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ePLEASE NOTE: Exact dates will be confirmed at least 2 months before hike month. All accommodation and meals are provided. A kit list will be provided, with some gear hire available. \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PAST Outdoors","offers":[{"title":"September 2026","offer_id":50242472804545,"sku":null,"price":1799.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"September 2027","offer_id":50242472837313,"sku":null,"price":1799.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/1742\/9697\/files\/UltimateHikesNewZealandTour2.png?v=1780027713"},{"product_id":"ultimate-hikes-new-zealand-5-days-of-guided-south-island-hiking","title":"Ultimate Hikes New Zealand: 5 Days of Guided South Island Hiking","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cb\u003e5-Day Ultimate Hike: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-2524e807-7fff-c34a-ad56-4dafd8e3d051\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNelson Lakes National Park, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eNew Zealand South Island\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe Sabine, Moss Pass and D’Urville Traverse is a true wilderness journey through the remote interior of Nelson Lakes National Park. Combining water taxi access, expansive alpine valleys, crystal-clear rivers, and isolated mountain passes, this trip showcases some of the South Island’s most iconic backcountry terrain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eFrom the beech forests surrounding Lake Rotoroa to the alpine basin of Blue Lake — renowned for having some of the clearest freshwater in the world — the route passes through landscapes that feel increasingly remote with every day travelled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis trip is physically demanding and suited to hikers seeking a genuine multi-day wilderness experience away from crowded tracks and developed infrastructure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTrip Highlights\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eWater taxi journey across Lake Rotoroa\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eBlue Lake and the upper Sabine Valley\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eMoss Pass crossing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eRemote D’Urville River travel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eHistoric backcountry huts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eExtensive alpine and river valley scenery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eFully guided wilderness experience\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAll accommodation and meals are provided.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/1742\/9697\/files\/hf_20260519_054258_244c1092-7837-4da7-beb7-6b07601bcafe.png?v=1779169651\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cb\u003eDifficulty\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDifficult. This hike is not for beginners.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eGuests should expect:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eextended hiking days,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003esteep and uneven terrain,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eexposed alpine travel,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eand multiple river crossings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis trip is best suited to experienced hikers with a strong level of fitness and confidence carrying a multi-day pack in remote environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/1742\/9697\/files\/New_Zealand_Tours.png?v=1779171460\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePLEASE NOTE: Exact dates will be confirmed at least 2 months before hike month. All accommodation and meals are provided. A kit list will be provided, with some gear hire available. \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PAST Outdoors","offers":[{"title":"February 2027","offer_id":50242554134721,"sku":null,"price":2499.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/1742\/9697\/files\/hf_20260519_053843_fabb617d-a1e2-45bc-842d-23cb4765d0f8.png?v=1779170897"},{"product_id":"ultimate-hikes-new-zealand-3-days-of-guided-south-island-hiking","title":"Ultimate Hikes New Zealand: 3 Days of Guided South Island Hiking","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cb\u003e3-Day Ultimate Hike: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-2524e807-7fff-c34a-ad56-4dafd8e3d051\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eArthurs Pass National Park Region, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eNew Zealand South Island: September 13-18 2026\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe Mingha\/Edwards Loop is one of the South Island’s classic alpine traverses. Beginning in the braided river valleys east of Arthur’s Pass, the route climbs steadily into rugged alpine terrain beneath Mount Oates and the striking basin surrounding Lake Mavis, before crossing Tarahuna Pass into the isolated Edwards Valley.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis trip combines established river travel, alpine basins, historic backcountry huts, and remote camping locations with expansive views of the Main Divide. The route is physically demanding, but achievable for hikers with a good level of fitness and prior multi-day hiking experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eGuests should expect long days on uneven terrain, multiple river crossings, and rapidly changing alpine weather conditions typical of Canterbury’s high country.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/1742\/9697\/files\/Ultimate_hikes_new_Zealand_Edwards_4.jpg?v=1779337968\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cimg\u003eTrip Highlights\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eClassic Arthur’s Pass alpine traverse\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eRemote camping beneath Mount Oates and Lake Mavis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eTarahuna Pass crossing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eHistoric backcountry huts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eGuided alpine river travel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eSmall group experience\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eProfessional local guides familiar with Canterbury alpine conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAll accommodation and meals are provided.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/1742\/9697\/files\/Ultimate_Hikes_New_Zealand_Edwards_3.png?v=1779336521\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cb\u003eDifficulty\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModerate to Difficult\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis trip is best suited to hikers with:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003egood cardiovascular fitness,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003econfidence carrying a multi-day pack,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eand prior experience on uneven backcountry terrain.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eParticipants should be comfortable hiking for 6–8 hours per day in potentially wet, cold, and exposed alpine conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ePLEASE NOTE: A kit list will be provided, with some gear hire available. Images are for illustrative purposes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PAST Outdoors","offers":[{"title":"May 2027","offer_id":50250693312705,"sku":null,"price":1299.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/1742\/9697\/files\/UltimateHikesNewZealand8.png?v=1779337990"}],"url":"https:\/\/pastoutdoors.com\/collections\/past-outdoors-experiences.oembed","provider":"PAST Outdoors","version":"1.0","type":"link"}