Top Things to do in West Coast Region
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Top 5 Walking Tours in West Coast Region, South Island
Discover the best top things to do in West Coast Region, New Zealand including Explore Shantytown Heritage Park & Gold Panning , Punakaiki Blow Holes & Pancake Rocks Scenic Tour, 4-hour Lake Mapourika Kayak and Hike adventure, with Okarito Kiwi Sanctuary, Explore Hokitika Gorge and Tree Top Walkway, Cruise & Rainforest Walk - Franz Josef Glacier.
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1. Explore Shantytown Heritage Park & Gold Panning
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Try your luck at Gold Panning, enjoy a Steam Train Ride and listen to the stories told from the old time gold miners at the Holographic Theatre.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle
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Reviewed By GreeceHelena
The Punakaiki Pancake Rocks and Blowholes are unique. An easy walk in along a well maintained pathway. Try and time your visit to coincide with a high tide in order to view the Blowholes performing at their best.
2. Punakaiki Blow Holes & Pancake Rocks Scenic Tour
Overall Ratings
4.9 based on 17 reviews
Tour with our local knowledgeable guides to one of the World's Top 10 Coastal Scenic drives and visit the famous Punakaiki Blow Holes and Pancake Rocks. One of the regions key icons and a must do when visiting the South Island.
Inclusions: Admission ticket
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Reviewed By JohnnyUK7
TREE TOP WALKWAY - This is an amazing tree top walk on an excellently built structure and easy to access. Part of the way along the walkway there is also a tower which is about 40 metres above ground level and by climbing up this you get an even greater view of the native forest and you can look out upon Lake Mahinapua. Lots of birds in the trees and back on the ground we saw several Weka's which were amazing to watch. Beautiful countryside and so peaceful.
3. 4-hour Lake Mapourika Kayak and Hike adventure, with Okarito Kiwi Sanctuary
Overall Ratings
4.9 based on 41 reviews
Explore all that Lake Mapourika has to offer in this half day guided Kayak & Walk excursion - just minutes away from Franz Josef Glacier! Paddle across the calm, reflective waters and take in the panoramic views of NZ's tallest peaks and Glaciers. Follow your guide through the rain forest trail and enjoy coffee and tea while taking in the views. Plus, FREE photos (emailed after tour)
Inclusions: National Park fees, Beverages (tea/coffee), Local guide, Equipment, Complimentary photos, All taxes, fees and handling charges, Coffee and/or Tea
Exclusions: Meals (please pack your own small snack or lunch), Hotel pickup and drop-off
Reviewed By Seve2902
Great experience at great value. Dale the captain very knowledgeable and accommodating . So glad we went on the tour learnt so much about the area, fauna and flora and the history.
4. Explore Hokitika Gorge and Tree Top Walkway
Overall Ratings
4.4 based on 5 reviews
At Tree Top Walk Way, experience life with the birds high in the ancient Rimu and Kamahi tree canopy. Easy access for all to enjoy along a steel platform 20 metres high and over 450 metres long. Gently sway in harmony with the forest on the Mahinapua Springboard. View the exquisite Lake Mahinapua through the richly diverse forest foliage. Thrill seekers will feel their hearts pump and the adrenalin rush as they climb to the top of Hokitika Tower 40 metres above the forest floor. Be inspired by a sensational vista of the majestic snow capped Southern Alps, Lake Mahinapua and the Tasman Sea. Then visit the famous Hokitika Gorge and walk across the swing bridge and enjoy this magical place. The vivid turquoise water surrounded by lush native bush, it is well worth a visit and a key photo stop on the West Coast must do list.
Inclusions: Tour guide, Transport
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By GreeceHelena
The Punakaiki Pancake Rocks and Blowholes are unique. An easy walk in along a well maintained pathway. Try and time your visit to coincide with a high tide in order to view the Blowholes performing at their best.
5. Cruise & Rainforest Walk - Franz Josef Glacier
Enjoy exclusive access to our private rainforest trail, only accessible by boat! The rainforest trail journeys through a Kiwi Conservation region and some of Westland's oldest untouched rainforest.
Inclusions: Coffee and/or Tea
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Reviewed By Seve2902
Great experience at great value. Dale the captain very knowledgeable and accommodating . So glad we went on the tour learnt so much about the area, fauna and flora and the history.
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