Day Walks of New Zealand: Canterbury and Kaikoura

By MARK PICKERING

RRP: $26.00, Raupo

This guide is intended for both the Kiwi and the overseas holidaymaker, as well as local residents who are interested in exploring the diverse and excellent walking areas in Canterbury. It selects the best of the walking opportunities in this large province, presenting the pick of walks form the forests in the high-country foothills, Arthur’s Pass National Park, the Port Hills and the city walks of Chirstchurch, the numerous bays of Banks Peninsula, Kaikoura and of course Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park.

In this book you will find information on accessing the start of each day walk, accompanied by a brief description and supplemented with detailed track notes. Each walk has been graded and each entry contains information on access, track conditions and points of interest. These details are accompanied by descriptions of the geography and climate, fascinating notes on the history of Maori and European occupation, and handy maps. Approximate travelling times are provided, although these may vary according to the fitness of the party.

Whether it be strolling in the exotic forests of Hanmer Springs, exploring the waterfalls and mountains around Arthur’s Pass village, taking a nature walk in the heart of suburban Christchurch or admiring the rock formations at Dashing Rocks, this is the guide to have with you.

Most people will find walks in this book to suit their style; whether it’s an afternoon adventure with the kids or a full-on day trip into the mountains.

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