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Bush Courses

Bush and navigation courses for everyone from first-time bushwalkers to avid trampers adventure racers.

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Bushcraft courses

2-Day Bushcraft Course

$749*

*Youth Price: $379

Spend a weekend off the beaten track learning essential navigation and bushcraft skills—perfect for trampers, hunters, and daywalkers ready to boost their confidence and capability in the New Zealand bush.

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3-Day Bushcraft, Navigation & River Crossing Course

$999*

*Youth Price: $499

Master essential tramping skills in just 3 days with our hands-on bushcraft, navigation, and river crossing course—no experience needed, just a spirit for adventure.

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7-Day Bushcraft Course

$2,999*

*Youth Price: $1499

Learn everything from river crossing techniques to advanced navigation skills so you can get out there and hike independently in New Zealand’s remote tramping locations.

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River Crossing Course

$299*

*Youth Price: $179

Gain the skills and confidence to safely navigate New Zealand’s rivers in just one day with OENZ’s essential river crossing course.

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Not sure where to start?

Use our suggested training pathway to help find the right course for you.

Alpine courses training pathway

Alpine

Select an alpine course based on your experience and learn how to explore the mountains safely. We offer courses for complete beginners, alpine hikers, and technical courses for adventurous climbers.

Bushcraft Training Pathway

Bush & Navigation

We offer navigation and bushcraft courses for all skill levels, from complete beginners to advanced off-track navigation and wilderness camping.

Hunting Training Pathway

Hunting

Choose a course and master the skills needed for hunting in New Zealand. Use this flowchart to match your experience with the suitable course.

Rock Climbing Training Pathway

Rock Climbing

Whether you are a complete beginner or an experienced climber looking to improve your skills, get into multi-pitch climbing, or even trad climbing, we offer a range of climbing courses.

Sea Kayak Training Pathway

Sea Kayaking

Master essential sea kayaking skills to safely explore and enjoy our stunning coastline with our expert-led courses. Join us for an unforgettable adventure on the water!