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Noah's Ark Backpackers is an iconic hostel in a grand New Zealand heritage building located in the heart of Greymouth on the West Coast.

Sock World Hokitika is the home of New Zealand Auto Knitter - manufacturer of the world's best and most innovative circular sock machines; and CSM Yarns - the world's finest sock and hand-knit yarns.

Mt Fox Day Hike. If you are looking for a truly epic one day out in the hills that is challenging – then this adventure is considered the best of the best.

Fox Glacier TOP 10 Holiday Park is the perfect place to base yourself while exploring all that New Zealand's Glacier Country has to offer.

Here at Shades of Jade we are proud to showcase Pounamu that is 100% genuine West Coast Pounamu.

The Franz Josef campervan park is located right in the centre of Franz Josef with free WIFI, hot showers, laundry and kitchen facilities. We are a small purpose built site, offering the most central location of all campervan parks.

If you want a special piece of authentic Māori pounamu (jade, greenstone) then come and visit Garth in his studio/gallery.

A short interpretive train ride through primeval rain forest in the Nile River Canyon.

The track passes through the “The Lost World” (BBC) film site. Take a short walk to The Nile Rver Suspension Bridge and The Nile River Glowworm Caves.

Golden Bay Air offers scheduled flights between Wellington, Takaka, Nelson and Karamea. Connecting shuttles are available to the Heaphy Track and Abel Tasman. Rental cars. Book online.

Affordable accommodation in Franz Josef with free soup, breakfast, popcorn, spa pool, and international phone calls.

SnakeBite Brewery & Restaurant, located on the main street in Franz Josef Glacier, serves authentic Southeast Asian & Kiwi dishes from their fresh tasty menu.

An incredible range of hot and cold food is available from the cabinets, or if you prefer something more substantial, we have a full menu available.