We’ve been out walking all over the Wellington region and documented our hiking journeys.

All the walks and hikes we’ve done are free for everyone to enjoy, no need to pay anything to walk them. This page is full of walks suitable for everyone from short walks to big hikes, the Wellington region in New Zealand has it all. We’ve taken stunning photos, and documented everything you need to know about each walk. Choose the area you’re interested in walking and click on one of the boxes below.
Walks and hiking in Wellington, North Island, New Zealand - Copyright Freewalks.nz-2

Central Wellington Walks

Find out why Wellington is one of the best places to walk & explore. Discover our favourite short walks or full day hiking tracks around ...
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Eastbourne Walks and Hikes - Wellington - Copyright Freewalks.nz - Pencarrow Walk

Eastbourne walks and hiking

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Free Martinborough Walking & Hiking Guide - Wellington Region - New Zealand

Martinborough walks and hiking

Find out why Martinborough is one of the best places to walk & explore. Discover our favourite short walks or full day hiking tracks around ...
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Masterton walks and hiking

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Free Wainuiomata Walking & Hiking Guide - Wellington Region - New Zealand -Turakirae Head Seals Walk

Wainuiomata walks and hiking

Find out why Wainuiomata is one of the best places to walk & explore. Discover our favourite short walks or full day hiking tracks around ...
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