Safety gear is the kit you hope you never need — but being without it when something goes wrong is not an option in New Zealand's backcountry. This collection covers first aid kits sized for day hikes through to multi-day expeditions, personal locator beacons (PLBs) for emergency signalling in remote areas, survival blankets, whistles, and other essential safety items. PLBs are strongly recommended for anyone heading into New Zealand's more remote national parks and ranges where cell coverage doesn't exist. Quality first aid kits NZ trampers carry are built with trail-specific injuries in mind — blisters, sprains, cuts, and altitude. Investing in proper safety and first aid gear is investing in your ability to come home.
