The Aoraki Mount Cook region is home to some of the most spectacular scenery in the world, so it follows that we also have some of the best walks and hikes in the world.
There is something for everyone - from easy half hour strolls along formed paths to hikes that can last days and take you into the vast alpine wilderness of the Southern Alps. For the particularly hardy adventurer there is even mountain climbing on Mount Cook - the same peak that Sir Edmund Hillary "practised" on before his successful ascent of Everest.
Remember that our climate can be very changeable, and it is always wise to prepare yourself for bad weather, no matter what the weather forecast predicts. For longer walks always register your intentions at the nearest Department of Conservation (DOC) office, so that someone knows where you are going and when you expect to return.
We have listed here a selection of walks to suit various abilities. For more detailed information, contact DOC or the Lake Pukaki Information Centre.
