http://www.natureandnosh.co.nz/blog/ The latest Blog feeds from www.natureandnosh.co.nz en-us Mon, 03 Aug 2026 02:01:49 +1200 Rocketspark http://www.natureandnosh.co.nz/blog/post/167979/the-nosh-behind-the-nature-what-youll-actually-eat-on-a-nature-and-nosh-tour/ On a Nature & Nosh tour, food isn't just a thing tacked on at the end of a hike, it's actually three quite different experiences that each do their own job across the day. There's the 'meet the makers', when we sit down with the people who actually grow, make or bottle what ends up in your glass or on your plate. There's the fuelling, which keeps you walking happily and well from breakfast all the way through to the next ridge line. And then there's the evening, when the boots finally come o... Mon, 27 Jul 2026 20:53:21 +1200 http://www.natureandnosh.co.nz/blog/#post167979 http://www.natureandnosh.co.nz/blog/post/167685/when-is-the-best-time-of-year-to-hike-the-coromandel-trails/ You can, in fact, hike the Coromandel comfortably for most of the year. That's the whole point of it. While the South Island is checking the snow forecast, we're checking whether it's a shorts day or a light-layer day.But "most of the year" isn't the same as "every month is equal". And the bit that surprises people is that the months everyone fights over aren't actually always the months we'd pick.Let's get into it.... Fri, 17 Jul 2026 12:11:42 +1200 http://www.natureandnosh.co.nz/blog/#post167685 http://www.natureandnosh.co.nz/blog/post/166660/north-island-vs-south-island-hiking/ So you've decided you want to hike New Zealand. Brilliant choice. Now comes the harder bit: North Island or South Island?We get this question a lot, usually from people staring at a map with a slightly overwhelmed look on their face. Both islands are stunning. Both will absolutely deliver on the "why did I wait so long to do this" front. But they offer pretty different experiences, and which one suits you depends on what you're actually after.Here's our breakdown.... Tue, 23 Jun 2026 21:44:53 +1200 http://www.natureandnosh.co.nz/blog/#post166660 http://www.natureandnosh.co.nz/blog/post/165966/the-best-kept-secret-in-the-waikato-and-3-000-kiwi/ We have been bringing our walkers to Sanctuary Mountain Maungatautari for years now, and every single visitor comments on how special the pristine environment is there. About  twenty minutes in, when the understorey thickens and the air turns cool and old, you become aware that you are somewhere genuinely apart from the rest of the world. The 47 kilometres of pest-proof fence encircling this ancient Waikato mountain protects it's native inhabitants from introduced pests. Inside that fence, ... Sun, 07 Jun 2026 15:01:04 +1200 http://www.natureandnosh.co.nz/blog/#post165966 http://www.natureandnosh.co.nz/blog/post/163153/our-new-season-dates-are-here-and-wed-love-for-you-to-join-us-2026-27/ There's a particular kind of excitement that arrives when we release new season hiking dates! Our team has been busy reviewing itineraries, planning menus, and dreaming ahead to 1 October 2026 - so we can continue sharing this extraordinary corner of New Zealand with people who are ready to slow down and truly take it in.We're thrilled to announce that our 2026/2027 public departure dates are now live, and spots are already moving.What's on offer next seasonNext season we're running public depar... Mon, 06 Apr 2026 12:05:05 +1200 http://www.natureandnosh.co.nz/blog/#post163153 http://www.natureandnosh.co.nz/blog/post/158751/training-for-your-multi-day-hike-a-12-week-preparation-plan/ You've booked it. The dates are locked in. Your first multi-day hiking adventure awaits, and suddenly that little voice in your head starts asking: "Am I actually ready for this?"Here's the truth: you don't need to be an elite athlete to enjoy a multi-day hiking tour. But the fitter you are, the more you'll savor every moment instead of just surviving each step. What you're training forAs we explored in our guide to how hard our hikes are, multi-day hiking demands more than just walking fitness.... Wed, 14 Jan 2026 20:01:29 +1300 http://www.natureandnosh.co.nz/blog/#post158751 http://www.natureandnosh.co.nz/blog/post/152570/the-perfect-introduction-why-our-coastal-charm-taster-is-every-new-hikers-dream/ Sometimes the best adventures start with the gentlest invitation.That's exactly what we had in mind when we designed our Coastal Charm Taster, a three-day escape that proves you don't need to climb mountains or hike for hours to experience the absolute magic of New Zealand's outdoors.Picture this: you're standing in an ancient Kauri grove, surrounded by trees that have been growing since before Europeans arrived in New Zealand. The forest is so quiet you can hear your own heartbeat, and the only... Mon, 22 Sep 2025 15:28:21 +1200 http://www.natureandnosh.co.nz/blog/#post152570 http://www.natureandnosh.co.nz/blog/post/150963/so-its-your-turn-to-organise-the-annual-girls-hiking-trip/ Congratulations! You've been chosen (or volunteered, or possibly just drew the short straw) to organise this year's girls' hiking adventure. No pressure, but everyone's already talking about how amazing last year's trip was, and now it's up to you to deliver something equally memorable.Take a breath. We've got you covered.With so many hiking options around New Zealand – from self-guided farm walks to fully guided experiences – it's easy to feel overwhelmed by choice. But here's the thing: yo... Fri, 22 Aug 2025 14:04:22 +1200 http://www.natureandnosh.co.nz/blog/#post150963 http://www.natureandnosh.co.nz/blog/post/149961/four-seasons-one-day-spotting-weather-changes-in-the-land-of-the-long-white-cloud/ Your weather app says "fine and sunny." But those clouds building over the ridge? They're telling a different story, and they're probably right.New Zealand weather changes fast, but it's not random. The landscape is constantly dropping hints about what's coming next. Learning to spot these signs turns you from someone hoping for good weather into someone who can see it coming from miles away.... Wed, 06 Aug 2025 19:15:58 +1200 http://www.natureandnosh.co.nz/blog/#post149961 http://www.natureandnosh.co.nz/blog/post/148168/the-art-of-slow-travel-why-small-group-tours-change-everything/ Picture this: You're standing on a ridge overlooking the Coromandel Peninsula, the morning mist slowly lifting from the valleys below. Instead of jostling for position with 30 other people, you're sharing this moment with just five fellow adventurers. Your guide isn't shouting over the crowd – they're having a genuine conversation with you about the native bird call you just heard, or pointing out the subtle differences between the various ferns carpeting the forest floor.This is the magic of ... Tue, 08 Jul 2025 20:27:03 +1200 http://www.natureandnosh.co.nz/blog/#post148168