With long days, incredible sunsets, and beautiful scenery, summer is best spent on the West Coast!
Step into Nature: Hokitika Gorge Walk
Renowned for its photogenic turquoise waters, the Hokitika Gorge is a must do for anyone visiting the West Coast. With renovations currently underway on the lower gorge suspension bridge, the Hokitika Gorge Viewpoint and Hokitika Gorge Tracks can still be accessed by returning on the same track on the upper suspension bridge. Immerse yourself in bird song and enjoy the spectacular views of the Southern Alps at the Hokitika Gorge.
Guided excursion options:
Explore West Coast – Qualmark Silver
- Location: Mackay Street, Greymouth, West Coast, NZ
- Contact: Kelly Ashworth
- Email: info@explorewestcoast.nz
- Phone: +64 (03) 768 7080
- Website: explorewestcoast.co.nz
Hokitika Scenic Tours – Qualmark Gold
- Location: Hokitika, West Coast, NZ
- Contact: Rachel Wright
- Email: rachel@hokitikascenictours.nz
- Phone: +64 (0) 21 0232 5363
- Website: hokitikascenictours.nz
Ride the West: Top Cycling Trails Along the West Coast
The West Coast boasts varied cycle trails, from grade 2 through to grade 5. Spend your summer spotting wildlife, riding through ancient forests, following the trails of past pioneers and enjoying incredible views from up to 1200m above sea level! No matter your age or ability, these trails offer something for everyone. Learn more about Cycling and Mountain Biking on the West Coast.
Cycle Tours
Kiwi Journeys
- Location: Hokitika, West Coast, NZ
- Email: info@kiwijourneys.co.nz
- Phone: 0800 292 538
- Website: www.kiwijourneys.co.nz
Cycle Journeys
- Locations: Hokitika, Greymouth, Westport and Reefton, West Coast, NZ
- Email: a2o@cyclejourneys.co.nz
- Phone: 0800 224 475
- Website: cyclejourneys.co.nz
Adventure South
- Locations: Christchurch, NZ
- Email: info@adventuresouth.co.nz
- Phone: 0800 001 166
- Website: www.adventuresouth.co.nz
Driftwood and Sands Sculpture Festival
Held in January each year on the Hokitika Beach, this festival highlights the region's Untamed Natural Wilderness. The Hokitika Beach is known for its ruggedness and copious amount of driftwood, and in 2002 local artist Donald Buglass saw this as a creative opportunity. From there the sculpture competition began, each year incredible natural sculptures are made from materials found on the beach. Held from 22-26 January 2025, this is sure to impress!
All you need to bring is some imagination.
Event information - TBC
Okārito Plant Project
The Okārito Plant Project is an initiative that offers local businesses to actively contribute the regions ecological wellbeing, as well as supporting farmers, by supplying and planting native plants at no cost. This initiative is a hands on approach, with tourism businesses not only funding the project, but also taking part in planting days. By booking a tour or purchasing a product from the member business, visitors to the region can get involved with this incredible initiative.
Founding members of the initiative below:
