The best hiking trails in Kaikōura
New Zealand · 7 Hiking Trails
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What to expect
Check out some of the best hiking, walking and backpacking routes in Kaikōura, New Zealand. The Kaikoura Peninsula Loop is the most popular trail. There are trails of various difficulty levels including easy, medium, difficult, and extra difficult. The trail with the highest elevation climb is the Kowhai-Hapuku and Mount Fyffe Track Loop and the trail with the least amount of climbing is the Kaikōura Peninsula Walkway. The longest trail is the Kowhai-Hapuku and Mount Fyffe Track Loop at 24.5 km. For a shorter adventure you can try the Kaikōura Peninsula Walkway at 1.0 km. Get off line access to History, Campsite, Peak, and Restaurant locations and much more with a Hiiker subscription.
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