Autumn on the Coast
MAKE THE MOST OF AUTUMN'S GLORIOUS GOLDEN DAYS!
Some say that autumn is the best season for visiting the West Coast ... The summer holiday vibe carries right on just with less people around, quieter roads, no rush, more choices for accommodation, activities and eateries.
Did you know that Hokitika and Westport were New Zealand's 10th and 12th sunniest towns in 2023? Just saying.
History lessons on the road
From underground secrets to the bad old days via the Wild West, the West Coast is the place to go for a hands-on history holiday.
Go creative on the West Coast
Art is all around. The West Coast offers endless creative inspiration for artists, photographers and your social channels.
Three romantic short West Coast breaks
Splash out for a special anniversary, or keep it simple and just spend time in nature together.
South Westland with kids
Bigger, bolder, breathtaking, beyond the glaciers. South Westland brims with opportunities for an all-ages family adventure holiday.
Golden trails, heritage stays and eats
Gold fever gave the West Coast an early rush of arrivals. Get a taste of golden times in the many historic establishments they left behind.
Follow roads less-travelled
Get out on the road. Autumn’s still warm golden days are the perfect time to go exploring on the West Coast.
BEST WEST COAST AUTUMN ROAD TRIPS
The ultimate West Coast roadie
From ancient forests to gigantic glaciers, explore the wild West Coast in all its awe-inspiring grandeur — stopping at the region’s most famous natural wonders as you go.
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A romantic West Coast break
The West Coast is the perfect getaway for couples to relax, unwind and explore.
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A West Coast family getaway
Connect with the whānau on a West Coast road trip. A true Kiwi holiday with a variety of activities that will keep everyone entertained in the outdoors, while not breaking the budget.
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Must-do Outdoor Adventures
Get off the beaten track and into the outdoors on this trip from north to south, starting in subtropical Karamea and ending in the untouched beauty of a UNESCO World Heritage Area.
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West Coast Long Weekend: Reefton to Greymouth
Spend a long-weekend on the West Coast from Christchurch, starting in the gold-rush town of Reefton and ending in the "big smoke" of Greymouth.
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Cycle the West Coast Wilderness Trail
Stretching from Greymouth’s historic port to the charming gold town of Ross, this easy trail takes riders on a journey into the depths of West Coast wilderness, with all the comforts of home.
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