Things to do in West Coast

Activities, attractions and tours

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Things to do

25 Minute Glacier Explorer: 1 Glacier with Alpine Landing

Franz Josef Glacier Helicopter Flight with Landing

P14,008
per adult
Franz Josef Glacier Helicopter Flight with Landing
Hokitika: The National Kiwi Centre Tickets

Hokitika: The National Kiwi Centre Tickets

P1,383
per adult
Hokitika: The National Kiwi Centre Tickets
Skip the Line: Franz Josef Wildlife Center Ticket with Optional Backstage Pass

Skip the Line: Franz Josef Wildlife Center Ticket with Optional Backstage Pass

P2,305
per adult
Skip the Line: Franz Josef Wildlife Center Ticket with Optional Backstage Pass
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Mountains High Helicopter Flight & Snow Landing

P23,229
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Mountains High Helicopter Flight & Snow Landing
Hokitika: West Coast Tree Top Tower Zip Line and Walk

Hokitika: West Coast Tree Top Tower Zip Line and Walk

P4,256
per adult
Hokitika: West Coast Tree Top Tower Zip Line and Walk
Punakaiki Pancake Rocks Tour

West Coast Full Day Tour

P13,086
per adult
West Coast Full Day Tour
Picture 1 for Activity Hokitika: West Coast Treetop Walkway Entrance Ticket

Hokitika: West Coast Treetop Walkway Entrance Ticket

P1,383
per adult
Hokitika: West Coast Treetop Walkway Entrance Ticket
Greymouth: Full-Day Best Of The West Tour

Greymouth: Full-Day Best Of The West Tour

P13,086
per adult
Greymouth: Full-Day Best Of The West Tour
Mount Cook Day Tour from Queenstown

Mount Cook Day Tour from Queenstown

P7,093
per adult
Mount Cook Day Tour from Queenstown
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Franz Josef Glacier

9.2/10 (793 reviews)
Enjoy the stunning glacier views and explore Franz Josef Glacier, a lovely green space in Westland Tai Poutini National Park. Wander the lakeside in this quaint area.
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Where to stay in West Coast

Find the best West Coast areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
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Carters Beach

Visitors to Carters Beach enjoy its beaches, and if you want to do some exploring, Carters Beach is worth a stop.

Kaiata

Travelers like the golf courses in Kaiata, and Greymouth Golf Club is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Kumara

If you're spending some time in Kumara, you'll be sure to enjoy its restaurants.

Marsden

While Marsden isn't home to many top sights, Shantytown and Shantytown Heritage Park are some notable places to visit nearby.

Blue Spur

While Blue Spur isn't home to many top sights, Te Waipounamu Maori Heritage Centre and National Kiwi Centre are some notable places to visit nearby.

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Mount Cook

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Westport

A coastal landscape with cliffs, a sandy beach, and sparse vegetation.

Cape Foulwind

A mountainous landscape with snow-capped peaks, a grassy foreground, and a clear blue sky.

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