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Welcome to Ribbonwood Retreat, your escape in Franz Josef, Westland National Park. Enjoy stunning mountain and rainforest views while experiencing the warm hospitality of hosts Jonathan and Julie, who love sharing their vibrant birdlife and wildlife.

Six stylish secluded self contained cottages and apartments and one luxury 3 bedroom house, nestled amidst native bush with breathtaking sea views and just 600m South of the Pancake Rocks.

Horse trekking available. 700m south of Pancake Rocks..

Photography Tours and Workshops led by a world wide published, renowned New Zealand professional landscape photographer and art gallery owner Petr Hlavacek.

Golden Bay Air offers scheduled and on demand shuttle transport from Takaka and Nelson to the Heaphy and Abel Tasman Coastal Tracks. On demand local shuttles around Golden Bay. Private shuttle tours.

Private, comfortable, cliff top accommodation, overlooking Gibsons Beach, and the iconic "Steeples" rock formation. Perfect destination for an adventure with nature, or just relax with magnificent sea views, tranquil sunsets and beautiful gardens.

New Zealand's Only Kotuku, White Heron Nesting Site, Whataroa is the departure point for White Heron Sanctuary Tours.

Once a leading coal mining town, Denniston sits high on a steep incline railway once described as the eight wonder of the world. Spectacular scenery, incredible history, a West Coast must see.

Lighting of the beacons that run along The White Mountains (Ered Nimrais) from Gondor to Rohan was filmed at Mount Gunn, near Franz Josef, West Coast.

Air New Zealand is New Zealand’s national carrier and the only airline which specialises in getting you to, from and around New Zealand.

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

We provide a comprehensive, impartial information and booking service for Hokitika, Westland and New Zealand for accommodation, activities, attractions and travel bookings.

Ultimate Discovery is a 45 minute scenic flight including the three big ones! Franz Josef, Fox and Tasman Glaciers, take in Aoraki Mt Cook and the Southern Alps. Enjoy a 15 minute snow landing allowing for plenty of photos.