This chapter contains the welcome to new zealand, new zealand's nine great walks, need to know, if you like, itineraries, outdoor pursuits, new zealand's birds, safety in the outdoors, clothing, equipment food and regions at a glance chapters from lonely planet's hiking tramping in new zealand guidebook. Your new zealand tramping adventure starts here. You'll find the tools to plan your journey where to go and when, how much to budget, plus in depth info on tramping equipment and safety. Tailor made itineraries, arranged by region, themes and events list of highlights and best experiences everything you need to know about navigation equipment user friendly overview ensures you won't miss a thing coverage includes welcome to new zealand, new zealand's great walks, need to know, if you like volcanoes, wildlife, camping, glaciers, mountain climbs, rivers, mountain passes, beaches, waterfalls, history, loop hikes, mountain biking, itineraries, choose your tramp, bird spotter's guide, outdoor pursuits bird watching, fishing, horse trekking, sea kayaking, mountain biking, mountaineering, rock climbing, caving, scuba diving snorkelling, skiing skateboarding, surfing, white water rafting, canoeing kayaking, jetboating, safety in the outdoors trip planning, navigation, navigation equipment, river crossings, emergencies rescue, communication, if you get lost, first aid, drinking water, clothing, equipment food clothing, equipment, food, and regions at a glance.