Haast New Zealand, offers breathtaking scenery from Wanaka thru to the West Coast. Stop to check out the numerous walks and trails and appreciate the scenery on the way. View more information about walks and trails in Haast, New Zealand.

Directory Shortcut

Translate

Featured

Heritage Hotels Apex Car Rentals Minty the Monkey back at Willowbank Wildlife Reserve Intercity Coachlines The Wood Scenic Line
Apollo Motorhome Holidays

Entire Site Search

Free NZ Travel Newsletter

Maps, Driving Routes

Quick Links

Popular Links

Business Centre

Makarora/Haast Pass - the Way to the West

The drive through the Haast Pass, from Wanaka to the West Coast passes through spectacular scenery. This route was a traditional pathway for Maori en route to the West Coast in search of pounamu (greenstone or jade).

Makarora is a stepping-off point for several multi-day walks in Mount Aspiring National Park. A number of shorter walks line the highway from Makarora to Haast, taking visitors to deep blue swimming holes or cascading waterfalls. At the Gates of Haast many travellers stop to photograph the wild water as it crashes down its steep boulder-strewn riverbed. As the road drops down from Haast Pass, you can begin to smell the salt on the air and soon you'll see the ocean.

For further information about the Wanaka region view our Wanaka regional information section.

You can view more information about options for Tramping, Hiking, Guided Walks.

Travel Competition

New Zealand travel competition with great prize

Online Games

Play a selection of Travel IQ Tests and Online Games

Tourism Jobs

Find Tourism and Hospitality jobs at THATJob

Find a Job

Post a Job

Pacific Island Holidays

Travel Options