National parks and protected areas
Plan eco-friendly visits using official sources
Consult park guidelines, trail directions, and heritage listings to select routes that safeguard habitats and enable responsible travel throughout the year.
Updated: March 2025
Key resources for planning
Official national parks guide
Official information for parks and protected areas: access rules, sensitive zones, seasonal notices, and visitor guidance.
Explore official park information
Protected areas and park networks
Park network overview: where to visit, how to reach them, and how to stay on marked trails with minimal impact.
View park regulations and access details
Heritage and conservation context
UNESCO heritage and conservation overview
Heritage listings and conservation background explain why some areas have stricter rules and restricted access.
Learn about conservation and heritage
Eco rules to follow
Stick to marked trails
Respect wildlife quiet zones
No open flames
Pack out all waste