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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.

Guided fishing tours lakes, rivers and streams. Try your luck at sight casting to wild browns.

Located on the Kohaihai River mouth near Karamea and the Oparara Basion. There are short, day or overnight walks from here.

Adventure South NZ operates guided cycling and hiking tours on the West Coast. Our multi-day tours are fully supported and include all accommodation, transport, meals, first class guides and more.

As found West Coast gold nuggets and flakes crafted into stunning jewellery.

Wave Watchers Retreat is located in the Punakaiki Village on a private beachfront site in the Paparoa National Park.

At Gift NZ we stock all sorts of things that we love and hope you will love too!

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.

South Westland's wild and undisturbed landscape is deemed to have natural and cultural features of such world significance, it is now protected in the 2.6 million hectare, South Westland World Heritage Area.

Situated in central Franz Josef, Forest View Franz Josef provides accommodation within easy walking distance of several restaurants, the Glacier Hot Pools and tour operators. Boasting a tour desk, this property offers unlimited free WIFI.

The Cosmopolitan hotel known affectionately as “The Cos”, is a third generation West Coast hotel owned & operated by the Pratt family, offering affordable and comfortable lodgings for all.

Ship Creek Walk is one of the best examples of swamp forest that you will come across and well worth stopping for on your journey along the West Coast.