RockRidge NZ

RockRidge is an all-inclusive walk across two days through 31 kilometres of untamed beauty in the heart of the majestic Windwhistle area of Canterbury, New Zealand. Where adventure unfolds - the perfect balance between retreat and adventure.

An experience like no other!
RockRidge boasts 31 km of challenging terrains and breathtaking vistas over the Canterbury plains, across its crystal lakes and braided riverbeds, and skywards to the peaks of the Southern Alps. Its untamed beauty is just waiting to be explored.

This stunning, glacier-formed purpose-built track is opening to the public for the very first time in 2026 thanks to the passion and generosity of two local families. The Harpers and the McElreas are now welcoming explorers to one of New Zealand’s greatest and most unforgettable walks as it unfolds over their two high-country farms.

The limited first season at RockRidge is now open for bookings between the 2 February and 31 May 2026, with the exclusive new track open to just 10 people at a time. This 2 night/2 day, all-inclusive hike through the little-explored Windwhistle area transcends the typical walk-and-hut itinerary with an immersive, curated experience. Pampered guests are treated to world-class food, outstanding accommodation, and authentic high-country hospitality.

With every detail taken care of, RockRidge offers the perfect balance of retreat and adventure, with guests revelling in the camaraderie and spirit of the high country, and swapping stories under the stars. So much more than just a hike, RockRidge is an intergenerational legacy sure to leave a lasting imprint on each adventurer.

RockRidge is open for walking from February to May 2026. Season two opening soon for booking, October 2026 to May 2027.

Reqirements:

• Moderate fitness
• Warm clothing
• Sturdy footwear