Things to do in West Coast

Activities, attractions and tours

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A snow-covered mountain range with rugged peaks and rocky outcrops.
A forest path with moss-covered trees and ferns.
A calm lake reflecting snow-capped mountains and a forested area.
A coastal landscape with towering rock formations and a clear blue sea.

Things to do

Hokitika: The National Kiwi Centre Tickets

Hokitika: The National Kiwi Centre Tickets

RM89
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Hokitika: The National Kiwi Centre Tickets
Skip the Line: Franz Josef Wildlife Center Ticket with Optional Backstage Pass

Skip the Line: Franz Josef Wildlife Center Ticket with Optional Backstage Pass

RM158
per adult
Skip the Line: Franz Josef Wildlife Center Ticket with Optional Backstage Pass
Picture 1 for Activity Hokitika: West Coast Treetop Walkway Entrance Ticket

Hokitika: West Coast Treetop Walkway Entrance Ticket

RM89
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Hokitika: West Coast Treetop Walkway Entrance Ticket
Franz Josef Glacier

Franz Josef Nature Tour

RM263
per adult
Franz Josef Nature Tour
People taking selfie on snowpack in Queenstown

Mountains High Helicopter Flight & Snow Landing

RM1,588
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Mountains High Helicopter Flight & Snow Landing
Hokitika: West Coast Tree Top Tower Zip Line and Walk

Hokitika: West Coast Tree Top Tower Zip Line and Walk

RM274
per adult
Hokitika: West Coast Tree Top Tower Zip Line and Walk
Glacier Flight

Franz Josef Glacier 25-Minute Helicopter Flight with Snow Landing

RM926
per adult
Franz Josef Glacier 25-Minute Helicopter Flight with Snow Landing
Mount Cook Scenic 35 Minute Helicopter Flight

Mount Cook Scenic 30 Minute Helicopter Flight

RM926
per adult
Mount Cook Scenic 30 Minute Helicopter Flight
Stunning Scenery

Mount Cook Day Tour from Queenstown

RM457
per adult
Mount Cook Day Tour from Queenstown
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Franz Josef Glacier

9.2/10 (793 reviews)
Enjoy the stunning glacier views and explore Franz Josef Glacier, a lovely green space in Westland Tai Poutini National Park. Wander the lakeside in this quaint area.
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Where to stay in West Coast

Find the best West Coast areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Carters Beach

Visitors to Carters Beach enjoy its beaches, and if you want to do some exploring, Carters Beach is worth a stop.

A coastal landscape with a winding road, lush green hills, and rocky outcrops.

Marsden

While Marsden isn't home to many top sights, Shantytown and Shantytown Heritage Park are some notable places to visit nearby.

Kaiata

Travellers like the golf courses in Kaiata, and Greymouth Golf Club is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Kumara

If you're looking for restaurants on your travels, Kumara might be a great stop.

A coastal landscape with cliffs, a sandy beach, and sparse vegetation.

Cape Foulwind

A forest stream with moss-covered rocks and ferns.

Inangahua

A large black anchor sculpture in a grassy area with a yellow building labeled "Northern Buller Museum" in the background.

Granity

A mountainous landscape with snow-capped peaks, a grassy foreground, and a clear blue sky.

Otira