The 9 Best Outdoor Activities in Westport, South Island

September 18, 2021 Etsuko Causey

Discover the best top things to do in Westport, New Zealand including Buller Adventures, West Coast Surf, Habitat Sports, The Old Ghost Road, Cape Foulwind Walkway, Coalbrookdale Walk, Kawatiri River Trail, Westport Golf Club, Wild Rivers Rafting.
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1. Buller Adventures

The Adventure HQ, 193 Palmerston Street, Westport 7825 New Zealand +64 22 608 9147 [email protected] http://www.bulleradventures.com
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5.0 based on 303 reviews

Buller Adventures

Buller Adventures is a locally owned and operated business providing convenient end-to-end vehicle relocation, passenger/bike transport services and organisation of helicopter transfers - all at competitive rates to and from The Old Ghost Road or other local trails. We also provide a reliable mountain bike hire service utilising a fleet of fully equipped Merida One-Forty 700 dual suspension mountain bikes. We pride ourselves on tailoring custom made adventures that you won’t forget!

Reviewed By alr962

We had our car relocated from Lyell to the end of the Old Ghost Road. Buller Adventures provided an excellent service with great communication and we also got bonus shower vouchers so we could have a shower at the end at the Rough and Tumble lodge. Having the car waiting for us at the end was the perfect way to end a perfect trip.

2. West Coast Surf

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5.0 based on 52 reviews

West Coast Surf

West Coast surf has been established at Tauranga Bay on the West Coast of the south island for the past 18 years. Mark and Leeann Perana are the owners and Mark is the head coach of this business. Mark has been coaching surfing and snowboarding for the past 25+ years and holds the highest qualifications in both industries. Mark is a previous NZ team coach and national title holder and a NZ snowboard examiner. He knows all there is to know on how to progress you safely in the surf weather you are a complete beginner, all ready surfing and want to improve or in need of some contest strategy. Mark is your man.

3. Habitat Sports

234 Palmerston Street On the corner of Palmerston st and Wakefield st - Just passed New world supermarket, Westport 7825 New Zealand +64 3-788 8002 [email protected] http://www.habitatsports.co.nz/pages/page-hire
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5.0 based on 97 reviews

Habitat Sports

BIKE HIRE - TRACK & AIRPORT SHUTTLE - FULL WORK SHOP - BIKES - and out doors EQUIPMENT for sale and HIRE If biking is your passion and you love the outdoors, you will love being at the heart of the Buller region with many NEW and exciting adventures to be enjoyed and only found here. Habitat Sports offers a Track SHUTTLE to any track in the BULLER with your own bikes / hiking Or with a HIRE package. All the gear and info you need to ADAPT TO YOUR HABITAT including mtb track maps, knowledge, bike and gear hire (including personal locator beacons). PLUS, we can receive your bike ahead of your visit (via post), assemble it, service it and have it waiting ready for your arrival. After your visit, you can even leave it with us to clean it, disassemble it, and return it to you via post. It doesn't get any easier! Contact us for AIRPORT and TRACK SHUTTLE with dates times and how many people.

Reviewed By nicoh2018

Awesome service, came in due to an issue with our gas cooker and they were able to fix a really tough issue. Great service and awesome guy working there. Cheers

4. The Old Ghost Road

Lyell Upper Buller Gorge, Westport 7825 New Zealand +64 3-280 8920 [email protected] http://www.oldghostroad.org.nz/adventures/
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5.0 based on 297 reviews

The Old Ghost Road

Experience an unforgettable adventure on The Old Ghost Road via our range of exciting new packages. Choose from one of our options and then sit back and let us help connect you with the magic of The Old Ghost Road.

Reviewed By 66kiwitraveller - Dunedin, New Zealand

4 of us walked TOGR over 4 nights, 5 days. It was awesome. We walked south to north, and the first two days it rained, so on Day 3 when we awoke to beautiful blue skies we walked back 2.5klms without our packs first thing in the morning from Ghost Lake hut, so that we could see the views from Heavens Door and the Tombstone. So glad we did, the views were absolutely worth it. The terrain and scenery on this track is ever changing, and always spectacular. Great huts, well equipped and plenty of hand sanitiser available. Thanks to the people who built this track and to those who maintain it. Loved it!

5. Cape Foulwind Walkway

Coast Road, Cape Foulwind, Westport New Zealand +64 3-731 1895 http://www.doc.govt.nz/parks-and-recreation/places-to-go/west-coast/places/cape-foulwind-area/things-to-do/tracks/cape-foulwind-walkway/
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4.5 based on 707 reviews

Cape Foulwind Walkway

Reviewed By GaryandLesleyTravel - Auckland Central, New Zealand

From the “Light house” car park the walk along this wonderful stretch of NZ coastline to the Fur Seal colony took us 45 mins each way allowing us multiple stops for photos. If you have the time it’s well worth it. On a clear day from the point you can see up to Karamea and down to Mt Cook. NZ for free at its best. #nzforfree

6. Coalbrookdale Walk

Denniston Plateau, Denniston, Westport New Zealand http://www.doc.govt.nz/parks-and-recreation/tracks-and-walks/west-coast/buller/denniston-walking-tracks/
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4.5 based on 14 reviews

Coalbrookdale Walk

Reviewed By JessGorton7 - Hanmer Springs, New Zealand

Absolutely stunning walk through Denniston history. We walked in along the very East path. There are signs and information points to read about the location and history. At the turnaround point is the fan house, which is still standing and at the entry point of part of the mine. Simply amazing and unexpected part of the day.

7. Kawatiri River Trail

Westport New Zealand http://westport.nz
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4.5 based on 14 reviews

Kawatiri River Trail

Reviewed By louisetanguay286 - Auckland, New Zealand

Have really enjoyed a number of the bike trails. The new section out to Carters Beach was fab, esp loved the awesome boardwalk sections.

8. Westport Golf Club

7494 Golf Course Dr S, Westport 28037 New Zealand +1 704-489-8088 [email protected] http://www.westportgolfclub.ie/
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4.5 based on 5 reviews

9. Wild Rivers Rafting

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4.5 based on 10 reviews

Wild Rivers Rafting

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