New Zealand is known for its incredible landscapes and outdoor adventure opportunities. One of the best ways four outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy the natural beauty of this country is by hiking the Great Walks.

The New Zealand Great Walks are a series of premier hiking tracks that showcase some of the most breathtaking scenery in New Zealand, established in 1993 as part of a government initiative to promote hiking tourism in New Zealand.

Every year, U.S. News releases Best Countries rankings in various categories. This year, the Adventure subranking weighs an equal average of scores based on friendly, fun, good for tourism, pleasant climate, scenic and sexy categories.

Let's take a look at their list of the Top 10 Most Adventurous Countries of 2022.

A visa could be the final ticket you need to get you where you’re going.If you're traveling in your own country, you don't need to worry about this. Likewise, depending on the country you’re visiting and the length of your stay, the visa may or may not be required.

Hidden inside of New Zealand’s South Island lies the majestic and dramatic landscapes of Milford Sound.

Few who witness its glory leave unchanged. You can never catch Milford on a bad day, either; gloomy weather only enhances the jagged carvings of the mountainside.

Over 3,000 glaciers rest on New Zealand’s South Island, but the Franz Josef holds its own as the most inspiring. A hike on its walls is on most people’s “NZ Must Do” list, and missing the experience is regrettable.

Known for its extensive and interactive aquarium on the iconic Cannery Row, Monterey has a steady supply of options for all travelers, from whale watching to the eye-opening 17-Mile Drive.But what is a pit stop without good grub?If you're in town and your stomach starts to grumble, the following restaurants will satisfy your every craving:

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to wield Aragorn’s sword as you wandered through the fields of Edoras? Would you love to be surrounded by the mountains that cradle the horse-fueled land of Rohan? Or to prop your feet with a glass of champagne and a picnic as you gaze at some of the finest scenery in Middle-earth?

There’s a reason people call New Zealand “The Adventure Capital of the World.”It tends to include constantly facing death at any given point. From getting lost in “the bush” for days at a time to jumping off the top of a building just because, here's five things any adventure seeker won’t want to miss out on in New Zealand: