Adventure

Franz Josef Glacier and Fox Glacier

Explore the untamed natural wilderness of the Fox Glacier Valley, tracing the steps of a retreating glacier, with our Fox Glacier Valley E-Bike & Hike.

Punakaiki

The team at the Punakaiki Beach Camp will take care of your Paparoa Track logistics.

Franz Josef Glacier and Fox Glacier

The only quad bike ride in New Zealand with glacial views and the thrill of riding through West Coast dense rainforest, riverbeds and glorious mud.

Franz Josef Glacier and Fox Glacier

Glacier Country Helicopters offer a choice of three scenic flight across the rainforests, glaciers and mountains that form our incredible backyard.

Westport and Karamea

Feel the rush of the Cometline ride, experience the thrill of a jet boat, walk the heights of New Zealand's longest swingbridge, pan for gold, or simply relax and take in the views of Buller Gorge.

Westport and Karamea

Join us for an exclusive award-winning jet boat adventure in the stunning Buller Canyon.

Hokitika

Precision Helicopters Hokitika is based adjacent to the Hokitika Gorge.

Franz Josef Glacier and Fox Glacier

The Helicopter Line can offer you spectacular close-up views on a scenic flight to explore and discover the dramatic expanse of the Franz Josef and Fox Glaciers and snowfields.

Franz Josef Glacier and Fox Glacier

Walk or cycle through bush from Franz Josef township to the Franz Josef Glacier car park.

Westport and Karamea

Good spirited kiwis, giving the opportunity for travelers to explore our wild and scenic rivers.

Reefton

If you are looking at going rafting on some great New Zealand rivers, spending time in the outdoors, or taking the family out for a splash you have come to the right place.

Franz Josef Glacier and Fox Glacier

Scenic helicopter flights and snow landings above Fox and Franz Josef glaciers.

Franz Josef Glacier and Fox Glacier

We are New Zealand’s premier skydive company specialising in safety and fun.

Franz Josef Glacier and Fox Glacier

The Newest Franz Josef experience!

Franz Josef Glacier and Fox Glacier

Paddling Tours, Scenic Cruises, Fishing Tours & Combo Tours

Westport and Karamea

Karamea's only aeroplane charter company, offering Heaphy Track and Old Ghost Road transfers.

Haast

Waiatoto River Safari. Ocean to the Mountains 2 hours of extraordinary nature and exceptional beauty only seen on this trip.

Franz Josef Glacier and Fox Glacier

The Helicopter Line can offer you spectacular close-up views on a scenic flight to explore and discover the dramatic expanse of the Franz Josef and Fox Glaciers and snowfields.

Westport and Karamea

Quality spacious units in Karamea and home of the Karamea River Jet Scenic Tours.

Franz Josef Glacier and Fox Glacier

Scenic helicopter flights and snow landings above Fox and Franz Josef glaciers.

Franz Josef Glacier and Fox Glacier

Discover the glacier wonderland on close-up scenic flights with Glacier Helicopters.

Hokitika

Explore the untamed natural wilderness of the West Coast this summer, with 50% off E-Bike rental. Quote WCBIKE. Offer valid for travel December 2020 & January 2021.

Franz Josef Glacier and Fox Glacier

Enjoy this amazing country on horseback, take in the incredible vistas, wind along the bush-clad Fox River or grab an e-bike and cycle through this remote wilderness!

Westport and Karamea

Welcome to Bazil's Hostel & Surf School on the stunning West Coast, your gateway to hiking, kayaking, surfing, mountain biking and caving adventures. Centrally located in town, close to bars, shops and cafés.

Franz Josef Glacier and Fox Glacier

Stunning rental and fully guided kayak trips on the remote and tranquil Okarito Lagoon, with incredible views of the Southern Alps and Westland Tai Poutini National Park. Family friendly and suitable for all abilities.

Punakaiki

The Charleston Gloworm Cave Tour takes visitors by train into the magnificent rain forest of the Nile River Canyon to explore the enormous Nile River Cave System.

Franz Josef Glacier and Fox Glacier

With the combination of an exhilarating helicopter ride, jaw-dropping scenery and a two hour hike through the most spectacular glacier features, it's no wonder our guests often label their Glacier Heli Hike as the highlight of their visit to Aotearoa (New Zealand).

Haast

HeliServices.NZ Haast is a locally based company that offers a truly unique personalised adventure. Come and see us for a true introduction to South Westland.

Franz Josef Glacier and Fox Glacier

Discover the glacier wonderland on close-up scenic flights with Glacier Helicopters.

THE CONSERVATION STORY OF THE WEST COAST

Grey District

Action packed off road adventures for all ages through 300 acres of West Coast rainforest and farm.

Haast

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.

Franz Josef Glacier and Fox Glacier

Skydiving above the Franz Josef & Fox Glaciers - Nobody Jumps Higher!

Punakaiki

Scenic horse riding into the Punakaiki valley and within the Paparoa National Park. A great way to experience the stunning scenery of the Punakaiki valley.

Grey District

Planning a West Coast Adventure? Rent a Go Rental!

Punakaiki

Underworld Rafting: Is a “Cave Rafting Adventure” in the Paparoa National Park. Located in Charleston.

Hokitika

An exhilarating tree top adventure among temperate rainforest giants.

Franz Josef Glacier and Fox Glacier

New Zealand's most experienced glacier guiding company, offering spectacular guided glacier walks, heli-hikes and alpine heli-treks on the West Coast's longest and less crowded glacier - the Fox Glacier.

Hokitika

High quality heli-rafting tours. Something for everyone from scenic floats to extreme grade 5. Also offering adventure fishing, overnight expeditions & customised trips.

Franz Josef Glacier and Fox Glacier

Our Grand Traverse scenic flight from Franz Josef provides the best way to experience this glacial environment in its entirety.

Franz Josef Glacier and Fox Glacier

Hidden in one of the most beautiful locations in the world the Waiho Hot Tubs in Franz Josef Glacier is the perfect way to unwind. Enjoy the nature while indulging in your own private wood fired hot tub.

Grey District

Paparoa Shuttles provides all aspects of support services required to walk or ride the Paparoa Track.

Punakaiki

Take a leisurely paddle on the Pororari River beneath towering limestone cliffs in the Paparoa National Park.

Haast

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.

Westport and Karamea

The 85km-long Old Ghost Road traverses majestic native forest, open tussock tops, river flats and forgotten valleys, providing days of adventure and spectacular huts for mountain bikers and trampers.