Bush and Beyond Guided Walks on New Zealand's Heaphy Track

Welcome to the wonders of New Zealand's Kahurangi National Park.

Bush & Beyond is Kahurangi Park's original guiding company and multi-international award winner. Since 1993 we've taken many New Zealanders and visitors on guided walks throughout the park and enjoy sharing its natural environment.

We are committed to preserving the unique features of the park for future generations. We represent a true partnership of tourism and conservation!

So why wait? Email us now to arrange your guided walk in this beautiful part of New Zealand or let us know your guided walk requirements by filling in the form on our contact page.

 
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Heaphy River mouth near Heaphy Hut
  • Heaphy River mouth near Heaphy Hut
    Heaphy River mouth near Heaphy Hut
  • Gouland Downs from the Heaphy Track
    Gouland Downs from the Heaphy Track
  • Mt Arthur from Gordons Pyramid
    Mt Arthur from Gordons Pyramid
  • Kea on Arthur Ridge
    Kea on Arthur Ridge
  • Nikau Palms on Heaphy Track
    Nikau Palms on Heaphy Track
  • Sundown at the Heaphy River mouth
    Sundown at the Heaphy River mouth

Heaphy River mouth near Heaphy Hut
 
 

Flora of Kahurangi National ParkBecause it is located in the northwestern corner of the South Island, many of the features seen in Kahurangi National Park are unique to New Zealand.

Those who make the effort to explore the hinterland are provided with a wonderful treasure trove of surprises.

Bush & Beyond guided walks provide an intimate and rare opportunity to observe the flora, birdlife, and geology of this remarkable environment.

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Giant rata tree on the Heaphy Track viewed by a Bush & Beyond tramper.The Heaphy Track offers an amazing variety of landscapes, native plants and birds. It is the longest of the New Zealand 'Great Walks', but still is accessible to walkers of average fitness.

Bush & Beyond guides love to share their intimate knowledge of the Heaphy, and offer full support for your maximum enjoyment of this legendary walk.

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If you don't think the Heaphy is for you, we have other trips without large packs, which may suit you better...

Tramper enjoying forest track

Bush & Beyond guided walks are fun, informative and safe.

It's your choice...

  • day walks
  • multi-day explorations
    from comfortable lodgings
  • backpacking treks on the Heaphy Track and throughout the park

Most of our walks are fully serviced, with delicious meals provided, but we also offer self-catered options which still include full guiding and interpretation.

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Walking guide interprets Heaphy Track native plants

We are your Kahurangi specialists...
the most experienced guides in the Park and on the Heaphy Track.

We are well informed naturalists and committed conservationists.

We love to share with our clients the many special places we have discovered over years of guiding.

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Stoat trap, predator control in the Kahurgani National ParkBush & Beyond guides are dedicated to preserving the natural features of the Park, many of which are under threat.

We provide clients with insights into these issues, and our firm actively supports volunteer conservation groups.

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New Zealand native Nikau palms in flower

We are based in Motueka, on the doorstep of the Kahurangi National Park and nearby Abel Tasman National Park, and 40 minutes from Nelson.

Phone: Overseas: +64 3 528 9054
New Zealand: 03 528 9054
Fax: (same as phone)
E-mail: info@bushandbeyond.co.nz
Booking form: click here
Website matters: webmaster@bushandbeyond.co.nz
Postal address: Bush & Beyond Guided Walks
PO Box 376
Motueka
New Zealand