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Guided walks from a unique local Maori perspective. Experience our beautiful natural environment while learning the history of our ancestors who have walked here before you. Look through our photo gallery to see the different places we walk.

The Rainforest Motel is a family-owned and operated motel situated in the small, picturesque village of Fox Glacier on the West Coast of the South Island.

Experience the best scenery and sky in New Zealand with a 16,500ft skydive over Skydive Franz Josef and Fox Glacier. Dive into breathtaking views of pristine glaciers, lush rainforests, and rugged mountains - freefall from up to 60 seconds.

Located within an easy 15min walk to town and beach, offering Accommodation for all groups and budgets, including a range of motels units, cabins, powered and unpowered sites. We have an amazing playground for children, with a huge jumping pillow.

Clean, quiet ground floor studio and family rooms located in a quiet part of town. Walking distance to shops and restaurants.

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.

Situated on the very edge of the Westland World Heritage Park, the Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier will welcome you in true New Zealand style.

We use local and seasonal ingredients whenever available so our food lines are constantly changing.

From Fox Village fly over both the Franz Josef and Fox Glaciers, soaring first over the townships and then following the ice flow high up into the upper reaches.

We offer visitors a rare opportunity to experience the untouched natural beauty of Te Wāhipounamu - World Heritage Area, while traveling in one of our custom designed fully enclosed jet boats.

Our self-catering units are ideal for either small groups, families or business travellers. We provide fresh, immaculate family and studio units (sleep 1-6 persons).

If travelling for business or pleasure, make the Westport Spa Motel your place to unwind, rejuvenate and enjoy the Buller region's spectacular scenery, intriguing history and our warm hospitality.