West Coast Attractions and Activities
The wildest side of New Zealand, the West Coast has the power to touch your soul with its landscape of brooding mountains, icy glaciers and surreal coastal formations. more
West Coast has many tourist attractions and travel activities with something to suit all ages, tastes and budgets. From adrenaline-pumping adventure to a relaxing day out, you need never be bored in West Coast.
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FRANZ JOSEF GLACIER GUIDES
FRANZ JOSEF GLACIER GUIDES
Explore the West Coast’s most spectacular glacier environment with Franz Josef Glacier Guides. We’re proud to offer exclusive guiding access on Franz Josef Glacier and have a range of tours to suit all abilities. All trips include free entry to the Glacier Hot Pools.
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ACROSS COUNTRY QUAD BIKES – Franz Josef
ACROSS COUNTRY QUAD BIKES – Franz Josef
Mobile-friendly – Experience the thrill of riding two-seater quadbikes through dense rainforest and braided riverbeds. Have fun in the sun and see spectacular views of the surrounding mountains and the famous Franz Josef Glacier OR as we like to say, the wetter the better to get down and dirty in the mud and water. All wet-weather gear provided and no experience necessary.
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- +64 3 752 0123
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- 0800 234 288 (Free call – only within NZ)
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- PO Box 133, Franz Josef, New Zealand
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AWARUA GUIDES – South West New Zealand
AWARUA GUIDES – South West New Zealand
A wilderness adventure of a lifetime. Enjoy an exceptional helicopter flight, then surf, hike, SUP, kayak, dive & fish for fantastic foods. Stay amongst incredible coastal wilderness, amazing chef & fun local guides to ensure the best possible stay. Our tailored adventures depart from Queenstown, with aditional options from Milford Sound and Haast in South Westland.
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CHEEKY KEA TOURS – South Island
CHEEKY KEA TOURS – South Island
We have an adventure package to suit EVERYONE! Touring isn’t just a job for us, it’s a lifestyle! We are local, we are fun and we love adventure, so who better to guide you on your epic South Island adventure tour than us!?
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- +64 22 608 8318
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- Christchurch, New Zealand
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COSMOPOLITAN HOTEL – Westport
COSMOPOLITAN HOTEL – Westport
Affectionately as “The Cos”, this hotel has been in the Pratt family for three generations. We endeavour to serve quality heart meals and cosy accommodation at reasonable prices. A great place for visitors to mingle with the locals or rest after a day’s travel. A great base for your The Old Ghost Road trip.
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- +64 3 789 6305
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- 136 Palmerston St, Westport, New Zealand
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CYCLE JOURNEYS Paparoa Track – Greymouth
CYCLE JOURNEYS Paparoa Track – Greymouth
Mobile-friendly – From self-guided package tours, bike hire and bag storage to shuttles and accommodation, we have everything you need to plan and book an incredible mountain biking holiday on of New Zealand’s most spectacular Great Rides…
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- +64 3 377 2060
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- 0800 224 475 (Free call – only within NZ)
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- Cnr Taraphui St and Shields Lane, Greymouth
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CYCLE JOURNEYS West Coast Wilderness Trail – West Coast
CYCLE JOURNEYS West Coast Wilderness Trail – West Coast
Mobile-friendly – Cycle Journeys is your local trail operator supporting you with a one-stop service, so you can create great memories without the worries. We provide bike hire, luggage transportation, accommodation bookings and shuttles to and from the start and finish of the trail…
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- +64 3 377 2060
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- 0800 224 475 (Free call – only within NZ)
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- 23 Hamilton Street, Hokitika, New Zealand
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DISTINCTION FOX GLACIER TE WEHEKA HOTEL – West Coast, South Island
DISTINCTION FOX GLACIER TE WEHEKA HOTEL – West Coast, South Island
Mobile-friendly – Distinction Fox Glacier Te Weheka Hotel offers luxury bed and breakfast accommodation nestled beneath the towering Southern Alps of New Zealand. Featuring spacious bedrooms with super king beds and en-suite bathrooms including separate shower and bath. After a day of adventure relax by the fireplace in the guest lounge or in your room offering magnificent views from your private balcony. Book direct for the best price guaranteed. Join D Club & SAVE a further 10%.
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- +64 3 751 0730
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- 15 Main Road, Fox Glacier, South Westland, New Zealand
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FIND MY ADVENTURE – NZ WALKING ACCESS COMMISSION
FIND MY ADVENTURE – NZ WALKING ACCESS COMMISSION
Mobile-friendly – Choose from hundreds of tracks and trails across New Zealand to walk, cycle, horse ride or more! Maps, photos, descriptions and all the information you need to find your next adventure, wherever you are. The NZ Walking Access Commission is the government’s expert agency on public access to the outdoors.
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- +64 4 815 8502
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- Level 15, Majestic Centre, 100 Willis St, Wellington, New Zealand
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FIRST LIGHT TRAVEL – New Zealand Wide
FIRST LIGHT TRAVEL – New Zealand Wide
Mobile-friendly – An extraordinary selection of unique small group tours. Premier experiences using the most qualified people, personalities, locations and knowledge. Our trips range from guided adventure and dive tours through to educational tours with marine mammals. We are constantly striving to build greater ecological awareness of the highly sensitive and vulnerable nature of the environment.
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- +64 9 281 4481
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- Level 2, 69-71 Beach Road, Auckland, New Zealand Make an Enquiry
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FLYING KIWI ADVENTURE TOURS – New Zealand Wide
FLYING KIWI ADVENTURE TOURS – New Zealand Wide
Mobile-friendly – Highly recommended. Flying Kiwi tours get you “off the beaten track”. Their unique travel style combines spectacular accommodation in remote locations with time to explore NZ’s best National Parks. Great flexibility allows you to choose between hikes, bike-rides & adventure activities. Meals and use of sports equipment included. Top rated in National Geographic’s Best Adventure Travel Companies on Earth.
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- +64 3 547 0171
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- 0800 693 296 (Free call – only within NZ)
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- 4B Forests Road, Stoke, Nelson, New Zealand
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FRANZ JOSEF GLACIER GUIDES – Franz Josef, South Westland
FRANZ JOSEF GLACIER GUIDES – Franz Josef, South Westland
Mobile-friendly – Explore the West Coast’s most spectacular glacier environment with Franz Josef Glacier Guides. We’re proud to offer exclusive guiding access on Franz Josef Glacier and have a range of tours to suit all abilities. All trips include free entry to the Glacier Hot Pools.
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- +64 3 752 0763
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- 0800 484 337 (0800 GUIDES) (Free call – only within NZ)
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- 63 Cron Street, Franz Josef, West Coast, New Zealand
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FRANZ JOSEF GLACIER HOT POOLS – Franz Josef, West Coast
FRANZ JOSEF GLACIER HOT POOLS – Franz Josef, West Coast
Mobile-friendly – CURRENTLY CLOSED. Located in Franz Josef township, Franz Josef Glacier Hot Pools are a haven of natural tranquillity. These unique hot pools are nestled among native rainforest offering a range of relaxation options including main pools, private pools and spa and massage treatments. The perfect way to unwind after a day of travel on the coast or exploring the glaciers.
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- +64 3 752 0099
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- 0800 044 044 (Free call – only within NZ)
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- 63 Cron Street, Franz Josef, West Coast, New Zealand
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FRANZ JOSEF WILDERNESS TOURS – Franz Josef
FRANZ JOSEF WILDERNESS TOURS – Franz Josef
Mobile-friendly – Franz Josef Wilderness Tours is teamed with an awesome crew from a range of backgrounds. Take a kayak or paddleboard trip with glacier and mountain views or a small personalized cruise to explore the waterways of Lake Mapourika! Fish for Brown Trout or wild sea run Salmon with a local fishing guide. Mountain bikes, stand-up-paddleboards, kayaks hire available.
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- +64 3 752 0230
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- 0800 423 262 (Free call – only within NZ)
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- 64 Cron Street, Franz Josef Glacier Village, New Zealand
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GENTLE ANNIE SEASIDE ACCOMMODATION – Mokihinui, West Coast
GENTLE ANNIE SEASIDE ACCOMMODATION – Mokihinui, West Coast
Gentle Annie Seaside Accommodation is located halfway between Westport and Karamea. From secluded houses and lodging surrounded by native bush, overlooking the ocean (set up so that it feels like you’re the last on earth), to a seaside campground—kiwi camping as it used to be.
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- +64 3 782 1826
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- +64 27 418 8587
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- 298 De Malmanches Road, Mokihinui, Westland, New Zealand Make an Enquiry
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GOLDEN BAY AIR – Takaka
GOLDEN BAY AIR – Takaka
Operating scheduled flights between Wellington, Karamea, Nelson and Takaka, Golden Bay. Spectacular scenic flights from Takaka and Abel Tasman. Fly/cruise packages to experience both Abel Tasman National Park and Golden Bay without retracing your steps. All flights connect with our daily shuttle services to Heaphy Track and Abel Tasman National Park. Rental Car available in Takaka to explore Golden Bay.
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- +64 3 525 8725
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- 0800 588 885 (Free call – only within NZ)
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- PO Box 256, Takaka, New Zealand
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HABITAT SPORTS – Westport
HABITAT SPORTS – Westport
Mobile-friendly – Get your Hire Bikes, hard tail or full suspension, from the people who service and ride bikes. With a good number of full /multi-day rides in and around Westport such as Old Ghost Road , Denniston Plateau, Charming Creek, Heaphy Track, Paparoa and Pike 29 Track. We offer a shuttle service as well as service workshop and Retail shop.
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- +64 3 788 8002
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- 234 Palmerston St, Westport, West Coast, New Zealand
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HELI GLENORCHY – Queenstown & Glenorchy
HELI GLENORCHY – Queenstown & Glenorchy
Mobile-friendly – Spectacular scenic helicopter flights to Milford Sound, Fiordland, and the Queenstown region. Based in Glenorchy, NZ – the real “Middle Earth”, a 45 minute lakeside drive from Queenstown. For an even more exclusive skiing experience, why not try a day of heli-skiing in untouched alpine terrain. Heli Glenorchy offers boutique heli-skiing in the spectacular mountains surrounding Queenstown, Wanaka and Glenorchy.
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- +64 3 442 9971
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- 0800 435 449 (Free call – only within NZ)
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- 35 Mull St, Glenorchy, New Zealand
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HELISERVICES.NZ FOX AND FRANZ – Fox and Franz Glacier, South Island
HELISERVICES.NZ FOX AND FRANZ – Fox and Franz Glacier, South Island
Mobile-friendly – Experienced helicopter company providing visitors with diverse range of South Island scenic helicopter flights and private charters in the most spectacular alpine and coastal regions of New Zealand. Specialising in year-round snow landings and flight-seeing within National Parks. Operator of choice for hunters, climbers, ski-groups wanting access to backcountry. Also based at Fox Glacier in Fox Guides Building, Main Road.
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- +64 3 752 0793
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- 0800 800 793 (Free call – only within NZ)
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- Alpine Adventure Centre, Main Road, Franz Josef & Fox Guides Building, Main Road, Fox Glacier
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HELISERVICES.NZ HAAST – West Coast, South Island
HELISERVICES.NZ HAAST – West Coast, South Island
Mobile-friendly – The stunning Haast World Heritage area is one of the top New Zealand attractions in the country. HeliServices.NZ Haast specializes in scenic flights over this spectacular scenery. We have local experienced hunting guides available and the area is famous for its trout fishing rivers. Modern fleet of three and four seat helicopters ensuring every passenger has stunning views.
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- +64 3 750 0111
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- 0800 800 793 (Free call – only within NZ)
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- Cnr State Highway 6 & Marks Road, Haast, Westland, New Zealand
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HIKENBIKE – Seddonville, West Coast
HIKENBIKE – Seddonville, West Coast
Mobile-friendly – ORIGINAL SHUTTLE AND RELOCATION PROVIDERS FOR THE OGR. Recognised SPECIALISTS in VEHICLE RELOCATION, from $160-$170 incl. Lock boxes at both ends, free secure fenced parking in Seddonville for ultimate peace of mind. SHUTTLES run on demand to suit you. For any size group our competitive pricing structure will not be beaten. Check our website for prices and customer reviews.
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