Plan your trip

A combination of the Franz Josef Glacier Nature Tour, Fox Glacier Nature Tour and the Lake Matheson Nature Tour. Experience all three of these popular visitor sites in our area all in one day and save.

Enjoy a gentle, gradual climb up the Fox Glacier valley. Includes a shuttle to the trailhead from Franz Josef or Fox Glacier township. Traverse a beautiful trail through the historic glaciated rainforest of Westland Tai Poutini National Park.

A tranquil oasis set in 2 hectares of native bush. Our modern, private, spacious, bungalow-style suites are self-contained with luxurious touches. Char-grilled evening meals & a woodfired hot tub make us an ideal base for day-tripping the West Coast.

Hidden on the southern shore of Lake Brunner, fringed by some of the oldest protected podocarp rainforest in the world, Lake Brunner Lodge is a classic wilderness retreat powered by it's own waterfall.

Kahere Retreat is a family run and uniquely handcrafted eco lodge located in the beautiful world heritage Glacier Country of the wild West Coast.

Hokitika Scenic Tours offer specialised informative, sightseeing day and multi day tours and transport to any destination you wish to visit on the West Coast.

At the northern trail-head of The Old Ghost Road, a special wilderness accommodation experience lies waiting to be discovered. The Rough and Tumble Bush Lodge offers deeply comfortable accommodation, hearty meals and welcoming hosts.

Large, grassy lake-front campsite beside beautiful Lake Kaniere. Take in the stunning landscape and explore the area.

John Kennedy, head guide of West Coast Encounters, has worked in the tourism and hospitality industry for over 30 years with an extensive history in tour guiding.

The licensed Blackball Inn and ’08 café provides meals, a cosy place to linger and accommodation for up to 10 people. Our nearby historic “Emma’s” cottage sleeps six people. At the gateway to the Paparoa Great Walk.

Supreme quality accommodation in Hokitika, right by the beach, overlooking the Tasman Sea.

Bonz 'n' Stonz provides different carving workshop experiences for jade,bone or shell. We will provide you the material and guide you through all the processes. At the end, you will be able to bring back your proudly handmade piece home.