Plan your trip

Explore the best of the West Coast Wilderness Trail in a day. From Kawhaka Canal to Hokitika, immerse yourself in native bush, pristine waterways, and stunning mountains. It's a gift that keeps on giving.

Elizabeth and Selwyn welcome you to Awatuna Sunset Lodge. Centrally located on the West Coast, the perfect destination for leisure or business. Our Boutique Lodge is a smoke-free adult retreat where you will enjoy some nurturing and nature.

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.

Handpainted fridge magnets, standing stones and wall panels created on site by graphic artist, William Steyn. Choose from quirky kiwis, dancing folk, windswept trees, spirals or stylized faces painted on West Coast beach stones.

Kia Ora, Kiwi Journeys is your trusted local cycle tour operator, specialising in self-guided and supported tours on the West Coast Wilderness Trail.

Explore the magical rock sided blue green waters of Hokitka Gorge then escape high up in the native tree canopy at West Coast Treetop Walkway getting a birds eye view of the stunning surrounds. Includes one nights accommodation.

Nestled on the edge of the Tasman Sea, we offer a brand-new concept in unique, quirky & quality accommodation. You will be surrounded by nature here on the untamed, natural wilderness that is the West Coast of the South Island.

Tower Zipline: 425m long, 60km/hr, 47m or 15 storeys high, guided adventure, tandem ziplining. Tree Top Walkway: 20m above the forest floor, features a 47m high tower, cantilevered section, diverse flora & fauna. Post zip or walk refuel in our café.

If you want to experience old fashioned West Coast hospitality, you can't go past the Pioneer Hotel.

Precision Helicopters Hokitika is based at the Gateway to the southern Alps, adjacent to the Hokitika Gorge. Climb aboard to view glaciers, west coast Native bush, alpine terrain, historic huts and more.

Take a historic walking tour in the home of The Luminaries with experienced guides.

With over 30 car rental locations nationwide Budget Rent a Car can help you on the road to discovery.