General Travel - Kiwiway Vacations - Kiwi Link India, 30 June - 11 July 2025
West Coast operators information
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Ōpārara Arches, Karamea
The lush rainforests of the Ōpārara Basin, near Karamea, are the gateway to an incredible underground world.
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Pancake Rocks & Blowholes, Punakakiki
A short, well-formed loop track leads to viewing platforms above the Pancake Rocks and the spectacular blowhole action at Punakaiki.
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Lake Brunner / Kotuku Moana
Moana is a small lakeside settlement on the edge of Lake Brunner / Kotuku Moana ('sea of herons'), the largest lake on the West Coast.
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Hokitika Gorge
The iconic turquoise waters flowing through the Hokitika Gorge are at their best on a clear blue sky day but always impressive.
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Glacier Country, Franz Josef & Fox Glaciers
Lift off on a spectacular helicopter flight up onto the ice for a bucket list experience on the twin glaciers of Fox and Franz Josef.
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Haast, World Heritage Area
Haast is the gateway to the vast UNESCO-acclaimed Te Wahipounamu South West New Zealand World Heritage Area.

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Glacier Country
Rainforest Retreat
Fox Glacier Te Weheka Hotel
Luxury bed and breakfast accommodation nestled beneath the towering Southern Alps, a short stroll from Fox Glacier Village. Spacious rooms with private balconies, super king beds and ensuite with separate shower and bath. Enjoy relaxing in the guest lounge with fireplace & library, free unlimited WiFi and complimentary undercover parking.
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Glacier Country
Franz Josef Wilderness Tours
Explore further in Franz Josef Glacier… Enjoy mirror lake kayaking, cruises or fishing tours on Lake Mapourika. Explore a kiwi conservation area on a guided walk, with a scenic backdrop of the Southern Alps and Glaciers. Or you can join us for a guided off-road quad bike or buggy adventure in the Waiho riverbed!
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Karamea, Westport, Reefton
Maruia Hot Springs
Maruia Hot Springs is an award-winning natural hot springs, day spa, and wellness destination tucked among the snow-capped Southern Alps, New Zealand. Feel connected to the mountainous landscape whilst you relax in natural geothermal mineral pools, nourish your soul, and relax your body & mind in the daily wellness classes.
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Glacier Country
Heliservices.NZ Fox & Franz, Haast
HeliServices.NZ is an experienced helicopter flightseeing company providing scenic flights by helicopter within the Westland "Tai Poutini" National Park offering spectacular views of New Zealand's most well know glaciers, hanging lakes, and fiords.
The highlight of these flights is the landing in these remote areas for memories of a lifetime!
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Glacier Country
INFLITE Fox & Franz Helicopters
We’ve made a grand return to flying in Franz Josef with an esteemed selection of your favourite Helicopter flights and tours across the most scenic South Island locations. Featuring famous natural landmarks including New Zealand’s top national parks, the highest mountain peak – Aoraki/Mount Cook, and longest glacier – the Tasman Glacier.
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Greymouth
Great Journeys New Zealand
TranzAlpine
Explore from the comfort of your seat with Great Journeys New Zealand - epic train journeys, short break packages and fully guided tours. Connect to the West Coast through the majestic Southern Alps, subtropical rainforest, lush valleys, and epic mountain ranges on the TranzAlpine.
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Glacier Country
The Helicopter Line & Glacier Helicopters
The Helicopter Line is New Zealand’s leading helicopter company, operating with a fleet of modern Airbus helicopters specifically configured for flying in New Zealand’s outstanding landscapes. Glacier Helicopters is a trusted and professional helicopter company, providing a number of aviation services within the West Coast region. Our focus is on providing the best client experience, in a safe and enjoyable manner.
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Haast +2 more
Scenic Hotels
Scenic Hotel Group is committed to providing quality, comfortable accommodation that represents excellent value for New Zealand and international guests alike.
We are proud to operate our three brands (Heartland Hotels, Scenic Hotels Suites & Resorts and Legacy Hotels) along the strikingly beautiful West Coast of the South Island.
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Greymouth
Monteith’s Brewing Company
Located in Greymouth on the West Coast, Monteith’s Brewery is the original home of craft brewing in New Zealand and a recognised Qualmark Gold visitor experience. This is thanks to our great hospitality, a fabulous menu, prompt service, and wonderful stories – not to mention our selection of award-winning beers and ciders. The Monteith’s Brewing Co Beer Experience is a walking, talking and tasting tour through the original home of Monteith’s. Join the tour in the former brewery and newly refurbished gastro bar and restaurant where the guide will take you backstage for a fully immersive tasting experience.
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Greymouth / Karamea, Westport, Reefton
Pounamu Pathway
Embark on a self-discovery journey through immersive experiences featuring monumental sculptures, audiovisual elements and history told through audio and illustrations, curated by world-renowned Wētā Workshop.
Discover the regions past through stories of pounamu, trade & industry and explore the areas cultural, historical, and natural heritage.
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Glacier Country
Skydive Franz Josef & Fox
Skydive Fox & Franz
We’ve got New Zealand’s highest mountain Aoraki Mt Cook and the biggest glaciers to one side, the wild rugged West Coast beneath you and the Tasman Sea, proving to be the best place IN THE WORLD to skydive, all from the highest altitude in New Zealand!
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Glacier Country
Franz Josef Glacier Guides
Franz Josef Glacier Guides gives you the opportunity to experience the most spectacular glacier environment available to the general public. We offer a range of glacier hiking trips and experiences that will allow you to see spectacular ice formations firsthand.
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Glacier Country
White Heron Sanctuary Tours
Visit New Zealand's one and only White Heron, Kōtuku nesting colony with family owned and operated White Heron Sanctuary Tours. Observe the magnificent Kōtuku in their natural nesting environment within the protected, Waitangiroto Nature Reserve. Operating for over 36 years, the original and only tour to visit the White Heron nesting site, a truly unique experience
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Glacier Country
Fox Glacier Guiding
Join us for an experience of a lifetime, we are known for offering exceptional customer service, the highest level of safety management and great interpretation. We offer a range of different experiences including…
- Flying Fox: Helihike (voted #1 Top Out of The Ordinary Experience - World. Tripadvisor)
- Extreme Fox: All Day Heli Hike Adventure
- Fox It Up: Heli Ice Climbing
- Browne Fox: Chancellor Heli-Treks
- E-bike & Hike
We are OutdoorsMark certified and our guides are trained through the internationally recognised NZ Mountain Guides Association.
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Punakaiki, Charleston
Underworld Adventures
Discover the magic of Underworld Rafting—an intimate, guided journey through Te Ananui’s ancient limestone caves, ending with a peaceful float beneath one of the world’s best GlowWorm displays. Far from the crowds, this unforgettable experience reveals the true, untouched beauty of the untamed natural wilderness of New Zealand’s West Coast.
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Glacier Country
Holly Homestead
This colonial homestead whispers history. Originally constructed from beautiful native timber in 1926, now tenderly refurbished staying true to the Arts & Crafts style of architecture. Enjoy the cosy guest lounge before retiring to your welcoming bed. On a clear day you have a spectacular alpine view from the breakfast table.
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Lake Brunner
Lake Brunner Eco Lodge
Nestled on the serene shores of Lake Brunner, our eco lodge offers a tranquil retreat amidst New Zealand’s captivating wilderness. Lake Brunner Eco Lodge embodies the essence of a secluded wilderness sanctuary. Here, amidst a backdrop of native birdsong, lush vegetation, enchanting glow worms, cascading waterfalls, and celestial vistas, lies a haven for nature & outdoor enthusiasts and stargazers alike.
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Hokitika, Kumara, Ross
Ross Beach Top 10
Kia Ora, we are a boutique, quirky, couple focused TOP 10 Holiday Park like no other you have ever experienced. We are nestled on the shoreline of the Tasman Sea, just 2km south of the historic gold mining Ross township. Our property consists of upcycled & repurposed Shipping Container accommodation and fabulous RV, motorhome, caravan and camp sites. PLUS 4 Brand new, self contained Geodesic Domes.
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Greymouth
Te Aka Treehouse Native Forest Retreat
Our property provides luxury treehouse accommodation set in pristine native forest with complete privacy surrounded by birdsong. There are 2 separate treehouse that can accommodate up to 5 people. The main unit has a king double, full kitchen and luxury bathroom, the sleep treehouse has a queen and loft single.
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Glacier Country
West Coast Wildlife Centre
**New Product Announcement: Live Penguins** -Opening on October 4, 2025
The West Coast Wildlife Centre is proud to announce its accreditation as Qualmark Gold. Recognised as TripAdvisor's Travelers’ Choice for 2025/2026 and awarded by Lonely Planet, we offer the premier indoor visitor attraction in Franz Josef. This is the perfect place to see ambassador little blue penguins with live feeding at 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. daily and observe live kiwi in a natural setting, free from glass barriers so that you can hear and smell the kiwi!
Our attraction is a unique public-private partnership with the Department of Conservation. It features the largest kiwi incubation and hatching facility on the South Island. Visitors can also see live Tuatara.
We offer personally guided VIP Backstage Pass Tours four times a day. Our doors are open daily from 8:30 AM, year-round, including Christmas Day.
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Lake Brunner
Hotel Lake Brunner
Hotel Lake Brunner in the heart of the West Coast boasting of picturesque lake and mountain views, modern studio and apartment accommodation, a restaurant, and bar, and newly installed wood-fired hot tubs. Surrounded by native rainforest, offering scenic walks and lake activities.
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Hokitika, Kumara, Ross
West Coast Treetop Walk & Tower Zipline
An exhilarating adventure among temperate rainforest giants tree canopy, inspired by a sensational vista of the majestic Southern Alps and Tasman Sea. Easy access along a steel platform 20 metres high and over 450 metres long. Highest point is the Hokitika Tower which culminates 47 metres above the forest floor. It is also where the zipline departs from.
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Glacier Country
Te Weheka Hotel
Fox Glacier Te Weheka Hotel
Luxury bed and breakfast accommodation nestled beneath the towering Southern Alps, a short stroll from Fox Glacier Village. Spacious rooms with private balconies, super king beds and ensuite with separate shower and bath. Enjoy relaxing in the guest lounge with fireplace & library, free unlimited WiFi and complimentary undercover parking.
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Greymouth +3 more
Explore West Coast
Explore West Coast offers scenic tours from central West Coast. Knowledgeable local guides will guide you to the West Coast hot spots and our national icons of Punakaiki Blow Holes, Hokitika Gorge and Glaciers. Heritage tours to Shantytown Heritage Park and local heritage sites, Lake Brunner and wildlife specialized tours.
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Hokitika Gorge / Hokitika, Kumara, Ross
Precision Helicopters
With creative partner, Wētā Workshop, Pounamu Pathways brings cultural experiences to life through digital and immersive technology that is fun, surprising, creative, and utterly unique to the West Coast/Te Tai o Poutini. Māori Legends, settlements, battles and taniwha (water guardians) have formed this place of precious stone, ancient trade routes, and stunning landscapes. Follow in the footsteps of explorers, traders, guardians, and pioneers and journey through the connected hubs bound together by the Pounamu Pathway.
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Greymouth
The Ashley Hotel
Explore the stunning West Coast from the comfort of The Ashley Hotel in Greymouth, New Zealand. Our modern hotel offers spacious rooms, dining options, and conference facilities in the heart of town. Book your stay today and discover all the beauty the region has to offer.
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Glacier Country
Okarito Kayaks
Okarito Kayaks are a small, multiple award-winning family-run business, offering personally hosted, peaceful and off-the-beaten track guided kayak experiences on Ōkārito Lagoon.
Stunning native birdlife in New Zealand’s largest Predator-Free environment, incredible mountain views and the tranquility of gentle, calm water kayaking – take a deep breath and enjoy Ōkārito.
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Glacier Country
Okarito Boat Eco Tours
Join us on a captivating eco-boat tour, departing Ōkārito, a quaint village nestled amidst vast landscapes just a short 25-minute drive from the Franz Josef Glacier.
Ōkārito boasts New Zealand's most extensive unspoiled wetland, sprawling across over 3000 hectares. It's a haven for bird watchers, hosting white herons and royal spoonbills throughout the year amongst its rich birdlife. Come and discover one of the top rated things to do in Ōkārito and the hidden gems of this remarkable locale! -
Glacier Country
Terrace Motel & 10 Cottages
From the grounds and many of the rooms at 10 Cottages and Terrace motel you will be able to enjoy the views of snow capped Mountains, rainforest covered hills and the Glacier. Both The Terrace Motel and 10 Cottages are located on a quiet side of the town yet located in the centre of Franz Josef.
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Hokitika, Kumara, Ross +3 more
Hokitika Scenic Tours
Experience the Best of the West Coast
Join our knowledgeable, Kiwi guides to view our magical West Coast scenic treasures,
where times stands still, in all its natural glory.
A REAL West Coast tour experience like no other... with locals, who have a passion for
their home and environment. From short, guided tours or fully inclusive guided bespoke
tour packages to suit your travel plans
Ka tae manuhiri mai, Ka hoki hoa piripono atu
Arrive as our guest, depart as our friend
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Greymouth
Breakers Boutique Accommodation
Breakers Boutique Accommodation a true beachfront bed & breakfast offering
boutique accommodation. Four guests rooms all with fantastic sea views.
NZ born hosts with a passion for the region, offering authentic NZ hospitality. Guests
leave wishing they had longer both staying at Breakers to enjoy their beachfront
location but to also further explore the surrounding region.
Breakers Boutique Accommodation where forever memories are made in our wee
slice of paradise.
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Greymouth
Goldfield Suites
Goldfield Suites
Experience the finer accommodation that is Goldfield Suites.
Situated minutes from Greymouth, and nestled within two hectares of bush, we provide a tranquil environment that allows you to reconnect with nature, while enjoying civilisation’s creature comforts.
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Hokitika, Kumara, Ross
The National Kiwi Centre
The National Kiwi Centre in Hokitika offers an immersive experience with New Zealand's unique wildlife. Visitors can observe nocturnal kiwi birds, ancient tuatara reptiles, and giant longfin eels. Interactive exhibits include eel feedings and catching freshwater crayfish, making it an engaging destination for all ages.
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Hokitika, Kumara, Ross
Theatre Royal Hotel
Explore the stunning West Coast from the comfort of The Ashley Hotel in Greymouth, New Zealand. Our modern hotel offers spacious rooms, dining options, and conference facilities in the heart of town. Book your stay today and discover all the beauty the region has to offer.
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Karamea, Westport, Reefton
Dawsons Hotel
At Dawson’s Hotel, we provide affordable accommodation for groups of all sizes. Discover the history and charm of Reefton, from your doorstep.
Our passionate team are ready to share all our favourite places and local secret spots. Dawson’s Hotel, Reefton, is the ultimate solo, couple, family and group accommodation spot.
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Greymouth +3 more
Kiwi Journeys
Kia ora, Kiwi Journeys are your trusted local cycle tour operator, specialising in self-guided and supported tours across the South Island of New Zealand.
Creating memories for over 50,000 cyclists since 2012!
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Greymouth / Karamea, Westport, Reefton
Paparoa Experience
The Paparoa Experience is an immersive storytelling experience that blends māori culture with history and geology. Learn the pūrākau of Mana Whenua Ngāti Waewae, spend time nteracting with local storytellers, animals and plants, get up close and personal with larger-than-life landscapes and discover the historical wonders of the area.
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Greymouth
Shantytown Heritage Park
Discover Shantytown Heritage Park-an award-winning, extraordinary journey into the wild West Coast’s 19th-century gold rush era. Pan for gold, ride heritage trains, explore historic buildings, and experience pioneer life firsthand. Perfect for all ages, it reveals an unbelievable story of resilience, environmental change, and adventure.
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Haast
Waiatoto River Safari
Enjoy a premier jet boat safari on the Waiatoto River of over 2 hours and journey into remote Haast backcountry in an easy & comfortable fashion.
Majestic landscape and stunning scenery.
Ideal for all ages & less mobile, our family run business is rated one of the best boat tours in NZ by Lonely Planet.
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Haast
Haast River Safari
Award winning Haast River Safari is operated by a small dedicated team, who enjoy sharing the passion they have for this remote part of New Zealand with visitors. The trip provides an informative and friendly glimpse into both the natural history of the area, and its people.
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Hokitika, Kumara, Ross
Hokitika Sandwich Company
We specialise in fresh sandwiches using high-quality local ingredients. Our bread is baked each morning, lettuce picked each morning, condiments made each morning. We use free-range meat and artesian South Island cheeses. We are only open till sold out, order ahead for your group so you don't miss out!