Plan smarter. Pack lighther.
Hike better.
from choosing the right adventure to hiking with premium rental gear when you arrive
Find your next adventure.
personally completed. carefully curated.
Whether you're planning your first New Zealand Great Walk or chasing your next alpine challenge, we've personally completed every adventure featured here and will help you choose the one that's right for you.
ROUTEBURN
Ideal first Great Walk
32 km
2 - 3 days
Moderate
Kepler
Fiordland classic
60 km
3 - 4 days
Moderate
brewster
Alpine challenge
10 km return
1 - 3 days
Hard
ULTIMATE HIKING PARTNER
Why PackBack.
local expertise
We’ve hiked these tracks ourselves
premium gear
Travel lighter without compromising quality
everything in one place
Planning, itineraries & gear
Planning your first Great Walk?
We’ll help you choose the right adventure, build your itinerary and arrived prepared.
The right gear. No baggage.
Whether you’re flying in for a Great Walk or planning a weekend hike, PackBack makes gearing up simple. Choose a ready-to-go pack or rent exact items you need - all premium gear, cleaned, checked, and ready to hike.
Ready-to-go packs
Everything you need for a multi-day hike - sorted. Our core packs include top-quality gear so you can book, arrive, and hit the trail stress-free.
Gear rentals
Already have the basics? Hire specialist items - tents, jackets, PLB’s, and more. Mix and match gear to complete your setup.
Food packs
Chef prepared freeze dried meals - fuel without fuss.
travel lighter
Premium rental gear
Choose a Core pack or customise your own *minimum order of $250, excl shipping. Pay for hiking days only.
We deliver
Your gear arrives at your accommodation or first stop, ready for your adventure. Professionally packed, trail tested and ready to go.
Hike. Return. Done.
Leave everything in the return bag and we’ll take care of the rest. No cleaning. No storage. No hassle.
Adventure starts long before the trail.
From choosing the right walk to packing the right gear, we're here to help make your adventure unforgettable.
Adventure guides ➔
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