About Whanganui River and its catchment The river begins on the slopes of Mounts Tongariro, Ngauruhoe and Ruapehu and flows for 290 km to the coast at Whanganui. Its major tributaries include the ...

Bookings are open for the 2025/26 season. The track is well marked and signposted, but some sections may be steep and rough and the track could be muddy. There is one compulsory tidal crossing – check ...

Visitor safety management overview Visitor safety cannot be managed everywhere DOC administers approximately 30% of New Zealand's land area – around 8 million hectares. Much of it consists of remote ...

Stay safe in the outdoors Choose the right trip for you. Learn about the route and make sure you have the skills for it. Understand the weather. Check weather forecasts. Pack warm clothes and extra ...