Heathy Track
The Heaphy Track is located in the north west of the South Island, around 2 hours' drive from Nelson. The track winds from one side to the other of the amazing Kahurangi National Park, the second largest park in New Zealand, and is by far the most diverse of all the Great Walks in terms of flora and fauna.
The track contains some of the oldest rocks in New Zealand as well as a large number of the unique species of animals and plants that have helped make the park a viable contender for a World Heritage title - which it is currently under application for. It is also a stronghold of the Great Spotted Kiwi (Roa) and these can be heard calling from a number of huts at night while on the track. Blue duck (whio) also breed in the area.
Elevation Profile Heathy Track