Walking and tramping gifts

Wild Walks Aotearoa is an informative, inspiring and visually stunning guide to tramping in New Zealand, suitable for walkers of all levels and experiences. 'Welcome to the land of Aotearoa, where waterfalls cascade from mountains that touch the clouds, ancient trees whisper, and wild, untamed wilderness lies.' Clip together your waist strap and tighten your boots; this practical and vibrant...

Alone in the wilderness Northbound: Four Seasons of Solitude on Te Araroa is an inspiring memoir by award-winning journalist Naomi Arnold. She spends nearly nine months walking the length of New Zealand on Te Araroa, fulfilling a 20-year dream. On her own, she traverses mountains, rivers, cities, and plains from summer to spring, enduring days of thick mud, blazing sun,...

A guide to 120 top swimming spots you may not know of around New Zealand. From secluded sandy bays to crystal-clear alpine lakes, hidden lagoons, rivers, and beaches, Jump In is a guide to Aotearoa's best swimming destinations. Best-selling Kiwi author Nicola McCloy loves to swim. Her years of enjoying the water have led to this book setting out both...

The Salt Path is a deeply moving and profoundly inspiring true story that captures the essence of human resilience and the profound impact of nature on our well-being. This compelling narrative, a Sunday Times bestseller and shortlisted for the prestigious Wainwright Prize, recounts the life-changing journey of Raynor and Moth Winn—a couple who, facing monumental life challenges, find solace and...

What more could you ask for, than a book stuffed like an overfilled rucksack with tips and tricks from one of the world's most celebrated adventurers? Discover how to pitch a tent, lead a team, keep fit, tie knots, memorise facts, and identify trees, stars, and birds. Learn real survival skills like putting up a tent in the wild and...

The bestselling true story of the couple who lost everything and embarked on a journey not of escape but salvation, soon to be a major motion picture starring Golden Globe winning Gillian Anderson and Jason Isaacs. Just days after Raynor learns that Moth, her husband of 32 years, is terminally ill, the couple lose their home and their livelihood. With...

Lonely Planet's Best Day Walks New Zealand is your passport to 60 easy escapes into nature. Stretch your legs away from the city by picking a walk that works for you, from just a couple of hours to a full day, from easy to hard. Snake around ancient volcanoes, amble through native bush, and trek alongside river valleys with spectacular...

The story of a wanderer, long-distance tramper, and hut-bagging legend. Paul Kilgour was bitten by the tramping bug early. He began going on epic trips as a young boy, beyond the farm and along the coast. During these wanderings, he met old folk living simply in tiny huts out the back of farms and on clifftops, and swaggers walking in...

Tramping in Aotearoa is New Zealand's best-selling tramping guide, written by the country's preeminent tramping author, Shaun Barnett. This fully revised edition features 45 of our most popular tramps with essential route information, the latest generation of overview maps, commentary, and outstanding photography. The tramps covered include New Zealand's great walks, such as the Milford Track, the Routeburn, and the...

At twenty-six, Cheryl Strayed thought she had lost everything. In the wake of her mother's rapid death from cancer, her family disbanded and her marriage crumbled. With nothing to lose, she made the most impulsive decision of her life: to walk eleven-hundred miles of the west coast of America—from the Mojave Desert, through California and Oregon, and into Washington state—and...

Discover the freedom of the open road with Lonely Planet's New Zealand's Best Road Trips. This trusted travel companion features 25 amazing drives, from 3-day escapes to 2-week adventures. Cruise Bay of Islands, meander to vineyard restaurants on Waiheke Island, and spot whales off Kaikoura Coast. Get to New Zealand, rent a car, and hit the road! Inside Lonely Planet's...

A Walk in the Woods by Bill Bryson is an enchanting and hysterical account of one man's attempt to reconnect with nature. Setting out to hike the legendary Appalachian Trail, Bryson and his quirky companion, Stephen Katz, tackle the nearly 2,200-mile footpath that stretches from Georgia to Maine. This journey is more than just a test of their endurance; it's...

New Zealand's Great Walks: The Complete Guide by Paul Hersey and Shelley Hersey is the definitive handbook for anyone wishing to explore the renowned Great Walks of New Zealand. Updated and fully revised to include the latest additions such as the Paparoa Track and Pike29 Memorial Track, this guide is essential for both novice hikers and seasoned adventurers. This comprehensive...

Explore Australia and New Zealand's most thrilling cycling routes in the follow-up to Lonely Planet's Epic Bike Rides of the World. With first-person stories of 50 amazing bike rides plus a further 150 route ideas, this book provides an inspiring introduction to cycle touring and the exciting experiences that await travellers. From family-friendly trips on rail trails to thrilling days...

Immerse yourself in the lyrical and evocative world of The Old Ways by Robert Macfarlane, a Top Ten bestselling book renowned for its poetic exploration of Britain's landscapes and heritage. Through this captivating work, Macfarlane takes readers on a mesmerising journey along the ancient paths, holloways, drove-roads, and sea paths that form a vast network criss-crossing the British Isles. As...

A Walking Guide to New Zealand's Long Trail by Geoff Chapple is the definitive guide to traversing New Zealand's renowned Te Araroa Trail: The Long Pathway. This astounding trail stretches 3000 kilometres from Cape Reinga in the North to Bluff in the South, offering an unparalleled adventure through the heart of New Zealand's diverse landscapes. The journey showcases the breathtaking...

Ultimate Road Trips: Aotearoa New Zealand is your inspirational and comprehensive touring guide to New Zealand, featuring 36 road trips across the North and South islands. From coastal journeys exploring the country's beaches and bays, to inland adventures through rugged volcanic and alpine landscapes, Ultimate Road Trips: Aotearoa New Zealand is the ideal companion to discovering the land also known...

By walking, you escape from the very idea of identity, the temptation to be someone, to have a name and a history ... The freedom in walking lies in not being anyone; for the walking body has no history, it is just an eddy in the stream of immemorial life. In A Philosophy of Walking, a bestseller in France, leading...

One sunny spring morning in the 1970s, an unlikely Englishman embarked on a remarkable pilgrimage that would see him traverse the entire length of Japan. Setting out from Soya, the northernmost tip of the country, Alan Booth journeyed on foot all the way to Cape Sata in the extreme south. This prodigious trek spanned 2,000 miles and took Booth across...

Mud, Sweat and Tears by Bear Grylls is an exhilarating memoir that takes readers into the heart of adventure and survival. More than just a chronicle of one man’s pursuit of extreme challenges, this book delves deeply into the spirit of unwavering perseverance and the thrill of pushing one's limits. Bear Grylls shares his journey from a little boy with...

John Summers’ worst nightmare is getting lost in the bush. He has always carefully – myopically, even – followed the track. Death lurks at the edge of his fear, as well as cold, hunger, loneliness and even humiliation. But what is the experience of being lost in the New Zealand bush actually like? Summers talks to those who have survived...

Lace up your hiking boots for the next in Lonely Planet’s highly successful Epic Hikes series, this time exploring 50 of Australia and New Zealand’s most rewarding treks and trails. From the Routeburn Track in New Zealand’s South Island to the Cape to Cape walk in Western Australia’s Leeuwin-Naturaliste National Park, we cover a huge variety of themes and experiences...

What does it mean to be out walking in the world? From pilgrimages to protest marches, mountaineering to meandering, this modern classic weaves together numerous histories to trace a range of possibilities for this most basic act. Touching on the philosophers of Ancient Greece, the Romantic poets, Jane Austen's Elizabeth Bennett, André Breton's Nadja, and more, Rebecca Solnit considers what...

Lonely Planet's Journey Camino de Santiago: the Camino Frances brings you closer to the culture and history of one of the world's great adventures. Hike past rolling vineyards, spot wild flora and fauna, and savour local dishes using our expert travel writers, detailed maps, and insightful tips, ensuring you never miss a moment of this bucket-list trip. Lonely Planet's Journey...

South Island New Zealand (alternate cover) offers a comprehensive regional map of the South Island of New Zealand (NZ). The map is presented at a scale of 1:1,000,000, providing detailed insights that are perfect for those looking to explore the island. This map highlights key points of interest, tourist routes, walking tracks, and national parks, all essential for touring and...

A mother and daughter's wild journey to rediscover the wonder and restorative power of nature. "I'm here because I want to test the very limits of my own resilience and reassure myself that no matter what's happened to me, I'm not ready to lie down and die." In 2021, Victoria Bruce quit her corporate job, packed up her life and...

Over 250 activities suitable for children, from Port Waikato and Miranda to Rotorua, Taupo, and Mount Ruapehu. Outdoor walks, activities, tips, and tricks for anyone wanting to get kids into the fresh air. Natural hot pools, waterfalls, nature trails, bird-spotting, plant identification, mountain bike trails, playgrounds, and much, much more, from just south of Auckland down to the Central Plateau...

Landlines by Raynor Winn is a poignant and reflective memoir, chronicling Raynor and her husband Moth’s courageous and deeply personal journey across Great Britain. After receiving the devastating news that Moth's health is rapidly deteriorating, Raynor clings to the hope that another epic walk might once more bring healing and solace. With the South West Coast Path calling them back,...

A Walk in the Park by Kevin Fedarko is an extraordinary exploration of one of the world's most revered landscapes, told through the eyes of two long-time friends on a mission that defies the imagination. This captivating account delves into a 750-mile journey on foot through the heart of America's most magnificent national park, the Grand Canyon, unveiling its grandeur...

Winner of the 2021 'Best Travel Book' at the Australian Society of Travel Writers awards. What would move you to ditch your life and take off into the wild for six months? For Melbourne woman Laura Waters, it took the implosion of a toxic relationship and a crippling bout of anxiety. Armed with a compass, a paper map, and as...

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime to New Zealand's North Island. Discover popular and off the beaten track experiences from discovering Napier's beautiful art deco architecture, to kayaking down the history-making Whanganui River, and relaxing on sweeping beaches in the Coromandel Peninsula. Build a trip to remember with...

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime to New Zealand's South Island. Discover popular and off-the-beaten-track experiences from taking New Zealand's most scenic train route, the TranzAlpine, to whale spotting in Kaikoura, and exploring Christchurch's beautifully restored city centre. Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's New Zealand's...

Be inspired and plan your next unforgettable trip with DK travel guides. Make your trip to Aotearoa extraordinary. Wine tasting in the lush vineyards of Hawke's Bay. Whale-watching off the coast of Kaikoura. Exploring remote fjords on the South Island. New Zealand offers enough bucket-list experiences to fill a lifetime. Whatever your dream trip involves, this DK New Zealand travel...

With stories of 50 incredible hiking routes in 30 countries, from New Zealand to Peru, plus a further 150 suggestions, Lonely Planet Epic Hikes of the World will inspire a lifetime of adventure on foot. From one-day jaunts and urban trails to month-long thru-hikes, cultural rambles, and mountain expeditions, each journey shares one defining feature: being truly epic. In this...

New Zealand has a huge range of backcountry huts, most of which are available for public use. Some can sleep 80 people, while others are tiny two-bunk affairs with not even room to stand up in. They are located in our mountains, on the edges of our fiords, coastlines and lakes, beside rivers, in the bush and on the open...

One afternoon, journalist Hazel Phillips decided to close her laptop and head for the hills. She then spent the next three years living in mountain huts and tramping alone for days at a time, all the while holding down a full-time job. As she ranged from Arthur's Pass and the Kaimanawa Forest Park to the Ruahine Range and Fiordland, she...

Lonely Planet's Experience New Zealand travel guide reveals exciting new ways to explore this iconic country with insider tips from our local experts and handy planning tools so you can create your own unique trip. Discover amazing local experiences from feasting on indigenous Maori foods in the Bay of Plenty, to discovering Auckland's urban thrills atop the Sky Tower and...

There is an extraordinary range of landscape and walking challenges in 202 Great Walks. You can saunter by a steaming Rotorua lake, through limestone archways in the King Country, or along an historic Maori trail to the top of the Kaimai Ranges. There is an island sanctuary at Stewart Island, or goldminers' tunnels in the Coromandel. For something a little...

With stories of 50 incredible hiking routes in 30 countries, from New Zealand to Peru, plus a further 150 suggestions, Lonely Planet Epic Hikes of the World will inspire a lifetime of adventure on foot. From one-day jaunts and urban trails to month-long thru-hikes, cultural rambles and mountain expeditions, each journey shares one defining feature: being truly epic. In this...

Day Walks in New Zealand showcases an unparalleled selection of superb day walks, ranging from the easiest short strolls to more strenuous full-day tramps. These walks encompass all of New Zealand's landscape diversity, from Cape Reinga to Stewart Island. Day Walks in New Zealand is a guide to the best of them, featuring short track descriptions, beautiful photography, and high-quality...

See London in a completely new light in this guide to the city's hidden secrets, untold stories, and special places laden with history which you can discover for yourself! London is famous for its museums, each one full of treasures and relics – but the biggest museum in the capital is the city itself. From the stories behind unusual street...

The invigorating true story of a man and his dog who circled the globe on foot. After the death of a close friend at seventeen, Tom Turcich resolved to make the most out of life; to travel and be forced into adventure; to experience and understand the world. On April 2nd, 2015, he set out to see it all, one...

How to enjoy New Zealand's cycle trail network, by a writer who knows them like the back of his hand. Nga Haerenga - the New Zealand Cycle Trails - began as a vision to inspire people to experience New Zealand's great outdoors by bike. This book is stuffed full of useful information on the different trails - how to get...

The critically acclaimed, Sunday Times and international bestseller, long-listed for the Man Booker Prize 2012. 'A magical, moving and uplifting tale about a man's journey across England and into his own heart.' - Deborah Moggach. 'Impossible to put down' - TIMES 'Life-affirming delight. A comic pleasure' - WOMAN AND HOME 'Profoundly moving' - RICHARD MADELEY OVER 6 MILLION COPIES SOLD....

A fully revised edition of the landmark book that tells the story of our backcountry huts. One of the singular features of the New Zealand outdoors is the remarkable network of backcountry huts, and those who venture into our wild places often develop a strong attachment to these humble structures. Shelter from the Storm is a landmark publication, the first...

Lonely Planet’s Best Day Walks California is your passport to 60 easy escapes into nature. Stretch your legs away from the city by picking a walk that works for you, from just a couple of hours to a full day, from easy to hard. Explore Yosemite National Park, marvel at redwoods, and hike through Gold Country. Inside Lonely Planet’s Best...

Stretch your legs away from the city with Lonely Planet's Best Day Walks Australia and discover 60 easy escapes into nature with maps and directions. Lace up your walking boots and experience the freedom of the great outdoors with trails that range from a couple of hours to a full day. Admire endless horizons atop the thigh-thumping peaks of Tasmania;...

Whether you’re planning a trip or simply want to enjoy the outdoors from the comfort of home, The World’s Best National Parks in 500 Walks is a wonderful companion. Inspired by her own explorations, author Mary Caperton Morton has compiled 500 hikes through 336 national parks. The book covers some of the world’s most spectacular scenery across North, Central and...

Lonely Planet's Best Bike Rides New Zealand is your passport to 38 day trips on two wheels. Use pedal power to see a destination through a new lens by picking a ride that works for you, from just a couple of hours to a full day, from easy to hard. From rail trails to coastal pathways, we cover the country...

The updated edition of a travel classic. Twenty years ago, Joe Bennett hitchhiked the length and breadth of New Zealand. The result was A Land of Two Halves, a portrait of the country and its many contradictions that is as telling today as it was then. For as Joe says in his reintroduction to this classic road trip, the name...

This fully revised and updated version of Peter Janssen's hugely popular book A Walk A Day has 365 short walks (and a bonus walk for the leap year) meaning locals and overseas visitors will always be able to find a short walk anywhere in New Zealand.  

The two Beached As books, rated highly by the critics, have sold out. But there was always drive to do better. Craft better images, explore more, and make a better beach book. More pages, more Kiwi beaches, make it easier to read, to gift, to travel with, to share. Small is stature but packing a punch. It is a hardcover,...

The journey is the finish! The "Beautiful Walkways Collection" from Ravensburger will delight hikers, walkers, and nature lovers! Six photo puzzles, each with 1,000 pieces, show beautiful paths and unique bridges, steps, and footbridges. These dream paths inspire and invite you to take a mental journey piece by piece—such as the wooden stairs to the beach, an autumn forest path,...

In 2010, before Te Araroa officially opened or was widely known, Shalane Hopkins set out to walk its 3,000 km across New Zealand with a friend. Few Kiwis had attempted the trail, and the route remained rugged and untamed. The 171-day journey tested her grit, resilience, and determination as she faced relentless rain, endless beaches, bush, injuries, and even giardia....

Discover more than 100 of the best kid-friendly adventures that Auckland has to offer - from spooky sea caves to urban strolls, playgrounds, bike rides, and splash pads. Clamber up ancient volcanoes, squelch through tidal mudflats, walk through bush-clad gorges, or picnic on Hauraki Gulf islands. Enjoy loads of outdoor adventure suggestions with practical tips and information on marine animals,...

In Down South, writer Bruce Ansley goes on a journey back to his beloved South Island of New Zealand in search of what makes it unique. From Curio Bay to Golden Bay, in Down South writer Bruce Ansley sets off on a vast expedition across the South Island, Te Waipounamu, visiting the places and people who hold clues to the...

From the alleyways of Soho to the medieval remains of Moorgate, the new book by Sunday Times bestselling author Jack Chesher takes you on a journey through London and its history, showing you its hidden corners. Explore the fascinating history of the city with the creator of the ever-popular @LivingLondonHistory. Have you ever wondered where a notorious Victorian murderer was...

“Michael Easter’s genius is that he puts data around the edges of what we intuitively believe. His work has inspired many to change their lives for the better.”—Dr. Peter Attia, author of Outlive From the New York Times bestselling author of The Comfort Crisis comes the definitive guide to the fast-growing sport of rucking—or walking with weight—as a daily practice...

From wilderness expert Dave Canterbury and outdoor survival instructor Jason Hunt comes the next instalment in the New York Times bestselling Bushcraft series—a go-to first aid resource for anyone headed into the woods. Out in the woods or on top of a mountain, there’s no calling 9-1-1. Bushcraft First Aid teaches you how to be your own first responder. The...

Shortlisted for the Edward Stanford Travel Book of the Year 2025 Financial Times best summer travel book of 2024 Travel Book of the Year at the Inspire Global Media Awards 'A powerfully delicate book of love, loss and discovery, along paths of emotional understanding and physical wonder.' Raynor Winn On an assignment to walk the most famous pilgrimage in the...

Lace up your hiking boots for the next in Lonely Planet's highly successful Epic series, this time exploring 50 of Europe's most rewarding and beautiful hikes. From the sun-kissed regions of Southern Europe, including Italy, Greece, Portugal, and Spain, to Northern Europe's history-rich heartlands (including France, Germany, Belgium, Britain, Ireland, and Scandinavia), we cover a huge variety of themes and...

Perfect for inspiring kids to step away from screens and get out in the fresh air, this brilliant book is crammed full of outdoor activities and fun for children. As well as gaining some simple survival skills, children will learn more about the world around them and their place within it. Practical, creative and educational, the tasks concentrate on leaving...

Delve into the breathtaking world of Middle-earth as vividly brought to life by the wondrous landscapes of New Zealand with The Hobbit Trilogy Location Guidebook by Ian Brodie. This beautifully crafted tome acts as a portal into the enchanting realms experienced in the beloved trilogy, guiding readers through the awe-inspiring settings that served as the backdrop for Bilbo Baggins' extraordinary...

The Hobbit Motion Picture Trilogy Location Guidebook Pocket Edition by Ian Brodie is an essential companion for fans of J.R.R. Tolkien's enchanting world and Peter Jackson's cinematic adaptations. This pocket-sized treasure reveals the breathtaking landscapes of New Zealand that famously became Middle-earth. From rugged mountains and lush forests to serene rivers and vast plains, the guidebook illuminates the locations that...

When I ran, I ran for pleasure. I didn't run for times, to win, to impress: I ran for me. When I ran my bum cheeks rubbed together, so much so that if I was going on a long run I'd have to 'lube up'. I maintained that I was not a 'real' runner - I just liked to run...

National Geographic 2019 Adventurer of the Year "Beautiful and deftly written and intimate and searing in its honesty, Anish's is a quest to conquer the trail and her own inner darkness." - Foreword Reviews "Filled with ruminative self-reflection, soaring natural descriptions and delightful accounts of the gracious, life-sustaining 'trail magic' of hiking culture, Thirst is a testament to human endurance,...

For fans of Bill Bryson and David Sedaris comes an anti-nature memoir that will resonate with anyone who would rather stay inside with a book than venture into the mountains, from one of Scandinavia's biggest comedians. Sometime around his forties, Are Kalv starts losing his friends... to the mountains. Friends who used to meet him at the pub are now...

Discover a life of resilient hope and develop the endurance you need to keep moving forward in life—one mountain at a time—through this 100-day devotional journey from bestselling author, speaker, and activist Christine Caine. Christine learned firsthand from the joys and challenges of hiking California's mountains that endurance is key to finishing any difficult climb. Drawing on life lessons learned...

'A formidable achievement' - Rory Stewart'Thoughtful [and] heartfelt' - Observer'Profound [and] compelling' - Spectator'A noble endeavour' - New StatesmanIn 2020, Anthony Seldon, inspired by a fallen World War I soldier who dreamed of a 'Via Sacra' to commemorate the war dead and stand as a marker for the triumph of peace, set out on a 1,000km walk tracing the historic...

With the tenacity and determination that are hallmarks of the Kiwi character, photographer Mark Watson set out to walk the length of Te Araroa, New Zealand's long distance trail. Carrying the usual tramper's food and equipment for the journey as well as camera, lenses and tripod to photograph the landscape along the way, he would require nearly six months to...

Explore the outdoors in a whole new way with this comprehensive guide to hiking, camping, and backpacking, from thruhikers Renee and Tim. Renee Miller and Tim Beissinger, also known as @thruhikers, share their experiences exploring the outdoors—hiking, backpacking, canoeing, and camping—with millions of people. They break down every aspect of their adventures—trail routes, gear, recipes, and more—and share stories from...

The Gathering Place, shortlisted for the Edward Stanford Travel Book of the Year 2024, has been praised as "Deeply poetic" by Caroline Lucas MP, "A masterpiece of storytelling" by Nick Mayhew-Smith, "A candle of open-minded curiosity" by Patrick Laurie, and "An unforgettable story" by Michael McCarthy. Mary Colwell makes a solo pilgrimage along the Camino Francés, winding through forests, mountains,...

The essential, cut-to-the-chase handbook for hiking and backpacking the PCT. If you want bare-bones information about the 2,663-mile Pacific Crest Trail without all the long, detailed descriptions, the Pacific Crest Trail Data Book is exactly what you're looking for. Based on data from the three comprehensive Wilderness Press guidebooks to the PCT, this book is filled with convenient, easy-to-read, at-a-glance...

'You will never look at a tree in the same way again after reading this mesmerising book.' - John Lewis-Stempel 'Tristan Gooley has done trees the greatest service.' - Isabella Tree 'Wherever you are - city or wilderness - if you want to understand the secrets of trees you pass, this is the book to read...Tristan has the rare gift...

Unbound Vol 1 is Rambo Estrada's first solo book. It's a visual documentation by New Zealand's foremost ocean adventure photographer, capturing the essence of the country's unique landscapes. Rambo Estrada explores the ends of New Zealand's remote gravel roads and celebrates the rich Kiwi surf culture. His stunning surf photography is masterfully matched with often quirky and rare scenes from...

‘What [Ekelund is] addressing is the intention to walk one's way to meaning: the walk as spiritual exercise, a kind of vision quest...A key strategy for finding ourselves, then, is to first get lost.’ - The New York Times Book Review An ode to paths and the journeys we take through nature, as told by a gifted writer who stopped...

Stretch your legs away from the city with Lonely Planet's Best Day Walks Italy and discover 60 easy escapes into nature with maps and directions. Lace up your walking boots and experience the freedom of the great outdoors with trails that range from a couple of hours to a full day. Savour bird's-eye views of the Amalfi Coast; gaze over...

Lonely Planet's Best Day Walks Great Britain is your passport to 70 easy escapes into nature. Stretch your legs away from the city by picking a hike that works for you, from just a couple of hours to a full day, from easy to hard. Cross misty moors, hike wild landscapes, and explore the highlands. Get to the heart of...