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Walking & hiking

Hokitika
Enjoy walks around the town, bush, lake and historic gold ruins of Ross. Discover old gold mining relics or enjoy 360 degrees on these walks.
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Shopping

Haast
Situated in Haast Township this is the place to visit for a huge range of possum merino products.
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Walking & hiking

Franz Josef Glacier and Fox Glacier
Ōkārito is a coastal settlement with stunning wetlands to explore.
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Shopping

Hokitika
Sock World Hokitika is the home of New Zealand Auto Knitter - manufacturer of the world's best and most innovative circular sock machines; and CSM Yarns - the world's finest sock and hand-knit yarns.
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Shopping

Franz Josef Glacier and Fox Glacier
Nestled among the lush native rainforest in the heart of Franz Josef, the Franz Josef Glacier Hot Pools provide a truly unique, natural setting for the ultimate in relaxation.
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Beaches, lakes & coastline

Franz Josef Glacier and Fox Glacier
Tours to visit New Zealand’s only White Heron Nesting Site
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Cycling

Reefton
The old gold miners, timber millers and horse packers of the West Coast knew how to build a track and make it last. Nowadays, many of these historic tracks can still be ridden, but with a more sophisticated ride - a mountain bike.
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History & heritage

Hokitika
This unique and original tour will lead you on a journey of discovery along the Arahura River - known as one of the richest sources of Pounamu (Greenstone) in New Zealand.
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Gallery

Franz Josef Glacier and Fox Glacier
Photographic gallery of worldwide published, renowned New Zealand landscape photographer Petr Hlavacek.
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Jade

Franz Josef Glacier and Fox Glacier
Carve your own studio.
Prices start at $75 per piece.
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Tours

Haast
Waiatoto River Safari. Ocean to the Mountains 2 hours of extraordinary nature and exceptional beauty only seen on this trip.
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Hotels

Reefton
Maruia Hot Springs is a historical natural thermal mineral spring located in the Lewis Pass National Reserve.
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Cycling

Grey District
Trail Transport is a bus shuttle, bike hire and bag transfer service based in Greymouth.
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Adventure

Punakaiki
Stand up paddle boarding lessons, tours, and gear rental for individuals or groups of any abilities. Influencing interaction stepping away from observation.
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Track services

Westport and Karamea
Track Shuttle services, Bikes & Hire, Fishing & Hunting, Camping & Hiking, Food & Nutrition plus more!
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Tours

Franz Josef Glacier and Fox Glacier
The Helicopter Line can offer you spectacular close-up views on a scenic flight to explore and discover the dramatic expanse of the Franz Josef and Fox Glaciers and snowfields.
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Walking & hiking

Franz Josef Glacier and Fox Glacier
Enjoy moderate to easy walks around the township of Franz Josef and its glacier.
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History & heritage

Grey District
Observe and participate in some great New Zealand stories and explore the heart of the nation at Shantytown. Engaging, interactive activities in a heritage setting.
$17.50 - $34.50
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Adventure

Haast
HeliServices.NZ Haast is a locally based company that offers a truly unique personalised adventure. Come and see us for a true introduction to South Westland.
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Beaches, lakes & coastline

Westport and Karamea
A short walk with spectacular ocean views, steeple rocks, and a large year-round fur seal colony.
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History & heritage

Grey District
Join us along the beautiful West Coast highway for your chance to make your own bonecarving.
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Golf

Reefton
Reefton Golf Course (Glenburnie) is a 12 hole voluntary run course with 6 different tee boxes for holes 13 - 18.
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Hotels

Hokitika
The stunning Beachfront Hotel Hokitika is located in central Hokitika on New Zealand's West Coast and offers a wide range of quality accommodation, full dining, event facilities.
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Adventure

Westport and Karamea
Master playing through the Oparara Arch, accept the challenge of the Denniston Incline, cruise along Carters Beach, swing around the Wishing Well, straighten up heading down the Fairdown to Granity, plus much more fun.
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Bars

Grey District
The Union Hotel is more than your local pub, more than a bar, accommodation provider and family restaurant.
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Cycling

Westport and Karamea
The 85km-long Old Ghost Road traverses majestic native forest, open tussock tops, river flats and forgotten valleys, providing days of adventure and spectacular huts for mountain bikers and trampers.
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Airports

Westport and Karamea
Karamea's only aeroplane charter company, offering Heaphy Track and Old Ghost Road transfers.
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Shopping

Grey District
If you want a special piece of authentic Māori pounamu (jade, greenstone) then come and visit Garth in his studio/gallery.
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History & heritage

Franz Josef Glacier and Fox Glacier
Lighting of the beacons that run along The White Mountains (Ered Nimrais) from Gondor to Rohan was filmed at Mount Gunn, near Franz Josef, West Coast.
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Walking & hiking

Moana
Walks in the Lake Brunner area on the West Coast.
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National Parks

Westport and Karamea
One of New Zealand’s nine great walks, the Heaphy Track, finishes (or starts, depending on which way you’re heading) at Karamea.
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Tours

Franz Josef Glacier and Fox Glacier
Glacier Country Helicopters is a local, family owned and operated company in Franz Josef offering scenic glacier flights and much more in our incredible backyard.
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Cafes

Punakaiki
Famous Pancakes & Pizzas
Try our pancake stack available all day, and homemade stoneoven pizzas served from 11am.
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Jade

Hokitika
Westland Greenstone specialises in the design and manufacture of quality New Zealand jade jewellery, sculptures and ornaments.
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Walking & hiking

Grey District
Greymouth has plenty of walkways in the area to explore by foot.
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Walking & hiking

Westport and Karamea
Walks in the Karamea and Kohaihai area in northern West Coast New Zealand.
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Hotels

Hokitika
Theatre Royal Hotel is a historic boutique hotel located in Kumara on the West Coast Wilderness Trail.
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Shopping

Hokitika
Hokitika Glass Studio: Glass Blowing & Designer Art Forms: Glassblowing at its best. Beautiful handcrafted glassware.
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Tours

Westport and Karamea
Guided walks on the Heaphy Track and The Old Ghost Road.
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To & from the coast
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Grey District
The TranzAlpine is rated as one of the world’s best train journeys, travelling from one coast of New Zealand to the other, over the spectacular Southern Alps.
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History & heritage

Westport and Karamea
Once a leading coal mining town, Denniston sits high on a steep incline railway once described as the eight wonder of the world. Spectacular scenery, incredible history, a West Coast must see.
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Tours

Franz Josef Glacier and Fox Glacier
Stunning rental and fully guided kayak trips on the remote and tranquil Okarito Lagoon, with incredible views of the Southern Alps and Westland Tai Poutini National Park. Family friendly and suitable for all abilities.
$60 - $130
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Golf

Hokitika
Floating Golf Challenge in Ross south of Hokitika, a fun activity to hit floating golf balls out on to the lake to a pontoon to win cash, gold and flights.
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No category set

Westport and Karamea
Join us on one of our guided eco tours amongst the pristine rainforest and limestone caves of the unique Oparara Basin. Several tour options available.
$95 - $150
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Shopping

Grey District
Here at Shades of Jade we are proud to showcase Pounamu that is 100% genuine West Coast Pounamu.
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Must see

Punakaiki
The pancake rocks in Punakaiki are the most visited natural attraction on the West Coast with good reason, they really do look like pancakes!
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Adventure

The Conservation Story of The West Coast
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Adventure

Franz Josef Glacier and Fox Glacier
Hidden in one of the most beautiful locations in the world the Waiho Hot Tubs in Franz Josef Glacier is the perfect way to unwind. Enjoy the nature while indulging in your own private wood fired hot tub.
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National Parks

Punakaiki
Paparoa National Park features coastal forest along a spectacular coastline.
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Walking & hiking

Westport and Karamea
Walks in the Westport area, northern West Coast New Zealand.
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Beaches, lakes & coastline

Franz Josef Glacier and Fox Glacier
The unsurpassed views and mountain reflections from the forested shores of Lake Matheson make this easy walk one of the most popular on the West Coast.
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Hunting & fishing

Moana
Guided fishing tours lakes, rivers and streams. Try your luck at sight casting to wild browns.
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Adventure

Franz Josef Glacier and Fox Glacier
Our Grand Traverse scenic flight from Franz Josef provides the best way to experience this glacial environment in its entirety.
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Beaches, lakes & coastline

Hokitika
Lake Kaniere is one of the most beautiful lakes in New Zealand and offers opportunity for a number of water sports. There are also several picnic places, a camping area, and numerous short walks.
Free. Campsite fees apply.
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Tours

Reefton
Premium Gins and Liquers hand crafted from local botanicals and spray free fruit.
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Adventure

Westport and Karamea
Outwest Tours offers a wild West Coast experience, taking you off the beaten track on journeys into the wild heart of the land. Enjoy spectacular landscapes and travel historic mining trails, as you relax in one of their fully air-conditioned four-wheel-drive vehicles.
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History & heritage

Reefton
Learn about the gold, timber, coal, Maori and aviation history of the West Coast at the many heritage sites on the West Coast.
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Cycling

Hokitika
The West Coast Wilderness Trail showcases some of the most outstanding scenery on the South Island’s West Coast with a diversity of landscapes second to none. Grab your bike and explore this Grade 2 Easy trail.
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Beaches, lakes & coastline

Hokitika
High quality heli-rafting tours. Something for everyone from scenic floats to extreme grade 5. Also offering adventure fishing, overnight expeditions & customised trips.
$135 - $1250
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Hotels

Franz Josef Glacier and Fox Glacier
A true country style hotel in the rural village of Hari Hari.
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Tours

Franz Josef Glacier and Fox Glacier
Glacier Valley Eco Tours is a family owned business committed to giving our clients the best experience on our guided nature walks in Glacier Country.
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National Parks

Moana
From glow worms to walking tracks, fishing and boating to skiing and tramping, there's so much to see and done right on the edge of the rainforest.
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Adventure

Franz Josef Glacier and Fox Glacier
Paddling Tours, Scenic Cruises, Fishing Tours & Combo Tours
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Adventure

Reefton
If you are looking at going rafting on some great New Zealand rivers, spending time in the outdoors, or taking the family out for a splash you have come to the right place.
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Cycling

Hokitika
Glory Days - Urban Pedals is a new bike hire business located in Hokitika on the West Coast of New Zealand.
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History & heritage

Hokitika
A gallery and carving studio filled with handmade jade pieces. Bonz 'N' Stonz is the authentic location to purchase professionally created jade, bone, and shell jewelry. You also have the option to carve your own Jade - Bone -Shell.
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Gallery

Moana
We are a private gallery nestled in the middle of the Southern Alps in Ōtira. Here we showcase world class contemporary art with pieces having recently been sent to USA, Germany and Australia.
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National Parks

Moana
The West Coast borders Arthur's Pass National Park at the main divide and there is a striking difference between the landscapes on either side.
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Restaurants

Hokitika
Stations Inn - boutique restaurant, bar and accommodation is located in the heart of Hokitika's historic gold rush area.
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Adventure

Westport and Karamea
Join us for an exclusive award-winning jet boat adventure in the stunning Buller Canyon.
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Adventure

Hokitika
An exhilarating tree top adventure among temperate rainforest giants.
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Tours

Grey District
Farm to Farm Tours - Connecting People; Extraordinary Experiences
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National Parks

Punakaiki
Book in to support and volunteer at our Punakaiki Coastal Restoration Project with Conservation Volunteers New Zealand and Wild Heart Project. With your help, we are transforming a former farm and mining site into a native rainforest!
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Adventure

Westport and Karamea
Good spirited kiwis, giving the opportunity for travelers to explore our wild and scenic rivers.
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Tours

Hokitika
Hokitika Scenic Tours offer specialised informative, sightseeing day and multi day tours and transport to any destination you wish to visit on the West Coast.
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Adventure

Franz Josef Glacier and Fox Glacier
With the combination of an exhilarating helicopter ride, jaw-dropping scenery and a two hour hike through the most spectacular glacier features, it's no wonder our guests often label their Glacier Heli Hike as the highlight of their visit to Aotearoa (New Zealand).
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Shopping

Hokitika
Mind and body relaxation, deep tissue, warm bamboo, hot stone.
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Shopping

Hokitika
As found West Coast gold nuggets and flakes crafted into stunning jewellery.
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Tours

Hokitika
Take a historic walking tour in the home of The Luminaries with experienced guides.
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Visitor Information Centres

Grey District
The Station Souvenir & Gift Shop is situated in the Railway Station along with the Greymouth i-SITE.
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Shopping

Grey District
Monteith’s Brewing Co. is an iconic craft brewery known for its strong tasting, full-bodied ales, rich and silky stouts, and classic brews.
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Adventure

Franz Josef Glacier and Fox Glacier
Combine two awesome scenic helicopter flights over Franz Josef glacier with a unique guided walk among the ice cave, pinnacles and seracs of this pristine alpine environment.
$455 (child age 8-14)
$485 (15 years and over)
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Gallery

Westport and Karamea
Come to Westport and browse this unique Gallery with a coffee in your hand. We pride ourselves on our coffee and specialize in photography, we offer a variety of local imagery on a range of media…
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Must see

Franz Josef Glacier and Fox Glacier
Franz Josef Glacier and Fox Glacier are among the most accessible glaciers in the world.
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Adventure

Hokitika
Explore the untamed natural wilderness of the West Coast with Cycle Journeys
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Beaches, lakes & coastline

Punakaiki
Golden Sands Horse & Wagon Tours in Barrytown offer a guided tour by horse and wagon in the footsteps of the early pioneers.
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Tours

Franz Josef Glacier and Fox Glacier
Scenic helicopter flights and snow landings above Fox and Franz Josef glaciers.
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Adventure

Haast
South Westland's wild and undisturbed landscape is deemed to have natural and cultural features of such world significance, it is now protected in the 2.6 million hectare, South Westland World Heritage Area.
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Hotels

Franz Josef Glacier and Fox Glacier
Nestled between the mountains and the sea, come and experience the newest in eco-friendly accommodation.
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Beaches, lakes & coastline

Franz Josef Glacier and Fox Glacier
Okarito Lagoon is New Zealand's largest unmodified wetland. A coastal lagoon, it is 130 kms south of Hokitika, covering an area of about 12km.
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Beaches, lakes & coastline

Hokitika
Enjoy freedom kayaking or a 1.5 hour cruise aboard the Eco Adventurer.
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Adventure

Franz Josef Glacier and Fox Glacier
Scenic helicopter flights and snow landings above Fox and Franz Josef glaciers.
$195 - $495
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Cycling

Franz Josef Glacier and Fox Glacier
Walk or cycle through bush from Franz Josef township to the Franz Josef Glacier car park.
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Beaches, lakes & coastline

Westport and Karamea
Sundog Karamea Surf and SUPs is a gateway to view the beautiful Karamea region from the water, while riding SUPs and learning to surf. Lessons or hire, it's up to you.
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Hotels

Franz Josef Glacier and Fox Glacier
Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier will welcome you in true New Zealand style.
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Cycling

Hokitika
Walk or mountain bike along the western shores of Lake Kaniere through lush lakeside forest, passing many picturesque bays and numerous forest streams.
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Must see

Franz Josef Glacier and Fox Glacier
Skydiving above the Franz Josef & Fox Glaciers - Nobody Jumps Higher!
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Shopping

Grey District
Nimmo Gallery is in the heart of Greymouth. Discover Stewart Nimmo’s unique West Coast imagery.
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History & heritage

Hokitika
Discover Gold Rush Relics and Pan for Gold!
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Gallery

Hokitika
We welcome the public to come and visit us down Zuckermans Road when our Woodwork Gallery Open flag is out on the road to the Hokitika Gorge.
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Walking & hiking

Punakaiki
The Paparoa Track is New Zealand’s 10th Great Walk. It travels through the spectacular limestone landscapes and luxuriant forests of Paparoa National Park, custom-built for both mountain biking and hiking.
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History & heritage

Franz Josef Glacier and Fox Glacier
At the top end of Franz Josef village, sits the beautiful, serene St James Church
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Walking & hiking

Franz Josef Glacier and Fox Glacier
This delightful short walk follows a stream through the rainforest. Glow worms can be seen along the trail.
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Tours

Franz Josef Glacier and Fox Glacier
New Zealand's most experienced glacier guiding company, offering spectacular guided glacier walks, heli-hikes and alpine heli-treks on the West Coast's longest and less crowded glacier - the Fox Glacier.
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History & heritage

Hokitika
The Hokitika Museum is a regional museum located in the heart of Westland and housed in the historic Carnegie Building.
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Adventure

Franz Josef Glacier and Fox Glacier
Explore the untamed natural wilderness of the Fox Glacier Valley, tracing the steps of a retreating glacier, with our Fox Glacier Valley E-Bike & Hike.
$125pp
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Backpackers

Westport and Karamea
Welcome to Bazil's Hostel & Surf School on the stunning West Coast, your gateway to hiking, kayaking, surfing, mountain biking and caving adventures. Centrally located in town, close to bars, shops and cafés.
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Adventure

Franz Josef Glacier and Fox Glacier
Packrafting is a fast-growing sport and the West Coast is one of the best places in the world to do it!
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General Store

Grey District
Our salami is made from a variation of beef, pork and venison.
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Walking & hiking

Hokitika
The Hokitika Gorge is 33kms from Hokitika. The vivid turquoise water surrounded by lush native bush is well worth a visit.
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National Parks

Franz Josef Glacier and Fox Glacier
Westland Tai Poutini National Park extends from the highest peaks of the Southern Alps to the Tasman Sea and is split by the Alpine Fault.
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Cycling

Grey District
Blackball Co-operative shuttle and relocation service will assist you hike or cycle the Paparoa Track.
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Holiday parks

Grey District
Greymouth Seaside Holiday Park is located right on the beachfront. We have a wide range of modern accommodations to suit individuals, couples, families and larger groups.
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Transport

Punakaiki
The team at the Punakaiki Beach Camp will take care of your Paparoa Track logistics.
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Cafes

Haast
Salmon Farm licensed café specializing in fresh and smoked salmon products.
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Shopping

Franz Josef Glacier and Fox Glacier
West Coast Wildlife Centre is the home of the official breeding programme for the world's rarest kiwi called the Rowi and now the Haast Kiwi!
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Shopping

Hokitika
An open window facility gives you the feeling of being really close to this unique bird.
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Beaches, lakes & coastline

Franz Josef Glacier and Fox Glacier
Gillespies Beach, out of Fox Glacier, offers a scenic drive, lovely views of the Southern Alps, an historic cemetery and many coastal walks.
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Kiwi Experiences

Franz Josef Glacier and Fox Glacier
Kiwi Adventure Tour taking small groups deep into Kiwi habitat. We are the only licensed operators on the South Island.
$75 per adult
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Shopping

Grey District
The gallery is housed in the former Bank of New Zealand. The main gallery and vault spaces display regular exhibits of contemporary New Zealand paintings, prints, photography, sculpture and crafts, with an emphasis on local content.
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Must see

Westport and Karamea
Tucked away in a corner of Kahurangi National Park, The Oparara has a magic all of its own, born of a million years of undisturbed isolation.
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Tours

Hokitika
Precision Helicopters Hokitika is based adjacent to the Hokitika Gorge.
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Adventure

Franz Josef Glacier and Fox Glacier
The only quad bike ride in New Zealand with glacial views and the thrill of riding through West Coast dense rainforest, riverbeds and glorious mud.
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Adventure

Punakaiki
PAPAROA GUIDED WALKS New Zealand’s newest Great Walk awaits….
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Cycling

Grey District
Adventure South NZ operates guided cycling and hiking tours on the West Coast. Our multi-day tours are fully supported and include all accommodation, transport, meals, first class guides and more.
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Boutique

Reefton
Maruia River Retreat offers relaxed luxury accommodation with the perfect location to explore the South Island of New Zealand.
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Adventure

Westport and Karamea
The Kawatiri Coastal Trail is a Grade 2, family friendly cycling and walking heritage trail and will connect the Buller District towns of Westport and Charleston.
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Tours

Punakaiki
The Nile River Rainforest Train Is a short interpretative train journey through primeval rain forest whilst seated in small open sided carriages.
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Walking & hiking

Hokitika
The Hokitika, Kumara and Ross area is packed with stunning walks that range from easy to moderate. Take in the Southern alps as you explore by foot.
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National Parks

Punakaiki
Take a leisurely paddle on the Pororari River beneath towering limestone cliffs in the Paparoa National Park.
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Around the coast

Grey District
Wildsouth Discovery is a specialist New Zealand tour company offering bespoke, exclusive tours and extraordinary service in South island.
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Adventure

Grey District
Coastwide Helicopters is part of the commercial division of the GCH Aviation Group with its operational base at Greymouth airport.
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Glacier Flights

Franz Josef Glacier and Fox Glacier
Discover the glacier wonderland on close-up scenic flights with Glacier Helicopters.
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Beaches, lakes & coastline

Moana
Moana is a town that sits on the edge of Lake Brunner near Greymouth, West Coast.
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Adventure

Westport and Karamea
A seal colony, a lighthouse and panoramic views of mountains and coastline feature on this spectacular coastal walkway. With the beach close by as well it's a good option for children.
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Boutique

Westport and Karamea
Exclusive Westport accommodation, Archer House is a boutique bed and breakfast guest house, ideal for holiday accomodation.
$190 - $245
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Walking & hiking

The Seddonville carpark to Mangatini Falls is approximately a 4 hour round walking trip. Charming Creek walkway mostly follows an historic bush tramway through the lower Ngakawau Gorge and the Charming Creek valley to the abandoned Charming Creek Coal Mine, passing historic sawmilling and mining remains.
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History & heritage

Grey District
New Zealands' worst mining distaster happened on 26 March 1896 at Brunner on the West Coast, killing 65 men.
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Meeting and Event Venues

Grey District
The Regent Theatre is your entertainment centre of the West Coast!
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Adventure

Westport and Karamea
A gentle walk that takes you from the main Oparara Valley car park to the picturesque Moira Gate Arch, located in Kahurangi National Park.
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Boutique

Punakaiki
Sink into an indulgent holiday with loved ones and friends in privacy and seclusion. Offering cedar hot tub set amongst native bush with sunset on the sea views.
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Tours

Grey District
John Kennedy, head guide of West Coast Encounters, has worked in the tourism and hospitality industry for over 30 years with an extensive history in tour guiding.
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Hotels

Westport and Karamea
In the heart of the village, the Last Resort has a tropical atmosphere and a warm West Coast welcome.
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Walking & hiking

Haast
The best way to experience the West Coasts untamed natural wilderness is to simply get out there among it.
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Cycling

Westport and Karamea
There are three bike trails near Westport on the West Coast.
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Tours

Franz Josef Glacier and Fox Glacier
Sit back and relax as you are transported from land to the tranquil waters of the Okarito lagoon and rainforest waterways to view the birds, ancient plants and trees and the untouched landscape that combine to make the Okarito so magic!
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Transport

Franz Josef Glacier and Fox Glacier
A Return shuttle service from your accommodation to the glacier carpark and back on a set timetable. Set fee.
Also available for private charters POA.
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Holiday parks

Westport and Karamea
Enjoy staying in our chalets, motels & sites, set in tranquil West Coast native bush. Centrally located. Great facilities for groups and families. New on-site 18 hole Mini Golf course.
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Beaches, lakes & coastline

Franz Josef Glacier and Fox Glacier
Bruce Bay - or Mahitahi - is a small coastal settlement with stunning sea vistas and a wonderfully wild windswept beach, 40km south of Fox Glacier and 80 km from Haast.
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Shopping

Hokitika
At SunshiNZ we believe in an inspired life. Inspired by the natural beauty of the New Zealand landscape, by the kindness and joy of those around us, and by products of beauty.
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Adventure

Punakaiki
The Charleston Gloworm Cave Tour takes visitors by train into the magnificent rain forest of the Nile River Canyon to explore the enormous Nile River Cave System.
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Cycling

Reefton
Go Tracks is a Mountain Bike shuttle service for West Coast New Zealand tracks based in Reefton. We offer shuttle services for The Old Ghost Road and The Paparoa Track.
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Glacier Flights

Franz Josef Glacier and Fox Glacier
The best way to experience the New Zealand glaciers is on a scenic helicopter flight with Glacier Country Scenic flights.
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Adventure

Grey District
Action packed off road adventures for all ages through 250 acres of West Coast rainforest and farm.
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Shopping

Hokitika
A contemporary, fresh and inspiring Gallery right in the heart of Hokitika
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Adventure

Punakaiki
An adventure truly not for the faint hearted. As the name states, Adventure Caving is full on expedition style caving.
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Bed & breakfast

Franz Josef Glacier and Fox Glacier
Built in 1926 for the Paganini family, Holly Homestead is a historic bed and breakfast located in Franz Josef.
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Main town centres

Reefton
Reefton, on the Lewis Pass road and near Victoria Conservation Park (NZ's largest), is well worth a stop and its claim to fame is in 1888 it was the first town in the Southern Hemisphere to have electric streetlights!
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Beaches, lakes & coastline

Haast
Ship Creek Walk is one of the best examples of swamp forest that you will come across and well worth stopping for!
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Walking & hiking

Punakaiki
Walks in the Punakaiki area of the West Coast of New Zealand.
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Lodges

Haast
Discover wilderness in comfort and style at New Zealand's premier nature lodge.
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Adventure

Punakaiki
Underworld Rafting: Is a “Cave Rafting Adventure” in the Paparoa National Park. Located in Charleston.
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Hotels

Westport and Karamea
The Westport Motor Hotel is a leading accommodation provider in Westport with 27 studio units, onsite restaurant and bar.
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Shopping

Franz Josef Glacier and Fox Glacier
Lake Matheson, famous for its picture perfect reflections of Mount Cook & superb views of Fox Glacier. Visit our award winning café & unique gift gallery adjacent to the walkway at this incredible location.
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Tours

Grey District
Explore West Coast offers visitors to the region guided and self drive tours, discounted local activities and accommodation options.
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Adventure

Westport and Karamea
Feel the rush of the Cometline ride, experience the thrill of a jet boat, walk the heights of New Zealand's longest swingbridge, pan for gold, or simply relax and take in the views of Buller Gorge.
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History & heritage

Westport and Karamea
Coaltown is a fantastic all-weather attraction that appeals to all ages and tells the coal mining history of Westport.
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Gallery

Franz Josef Glacier and Fox Glacier
This serene and professional gallery showcases the exquisitely dramatic Landscape Photography and books by Andris Apse.
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History & heritage

Haast
Learn about the gold, timber, coal, Maori and aviation history of the West Coast at the many heritage sites on the West Coast.
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Adventure

Franz Josef Glacier and Fox Glacier
We are New Zealand’s premier skydive company specialising in safety and fun.
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Adventure

Westport and Karamea
Chasm Creek Track is a short walk along an old section of railway, a sculptured creek, and views of the Mokihinui River. 45 mins return via the same track.
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Backpackers

Franz Josef Glacier and Fox Glacier
Affordable accommodation in Franz Josef with free soup, breakfast, popcorn, spa pool, and international phone calls.
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Beaches, lakes & coastline

Haast
Jackson Bay is a working fishing port and a popular fishing spot in summer, it's a great place to catch crayfish and just meander.
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Walking & hiking

Franz Josef Glacier and Fox Glacier
Moraines are the debris of rocks and stones left when a glacier retreats. Explore old moraine surfaces on this easy, short walk, south of Fox Glacier township.
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Hotels

Grey District
Kingsgate Greymouth is temporary closed
From $139
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Glacier Flights

Franz Josef Glacier and Fox Glacier
The Helicopter Line can offer you spectacular close-up views on a scenic flight to explore and discover the dramatic expanse of the Franz Josef and Fox Glaciers and snowfields.
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Motels & self-contained

Westport and Karamea
Quality spacious units in Karamea and home of the Karamea River Jet Scenic Tours.
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Adventure

Haast
We offer visitors a rare opportunity to experience the untouched natural beauty of Te Wāhipounamu - World Heritage Area, while traveling in one of our custom designed fully enclosed jet boats.
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Adventure

Grey District
Paparoa Shuttles provides all aspects of support services required to walk or ride the Paparoa Track.
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Tours

Grey District
New Zealand 4 Discovery: The place to visit for your New Zealand Discovery
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Adventure

Grey District
Planning a West Coast Adventure? Rent a Go Rental!
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Tours

Franz Josef Glacier and Fox Glacier
Enjoy this amazing country on horseback, take in the incredible vistas, wind along the bush-clad Fox River or grab an e-bike and cycle through this remote wilderness!
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Gallery

Westport and Karamea
Hector Pottery Studio is in northern Buller, Kawatiri, on the West Coast of the South Island of New Zealand.
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Shopping

Grey District
Put together by owner/operator Colin Luff, this gallery features some of the West Coast's best local artists.
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Glacier Flights

Franz Josef Glacier and Fox Glacier
Discover the glacier wonderland on close-up scenic flights with Glacier Helicopters.