Hokitika, cool little town
The Cool Little Town of Hokitika is where you will find locally inspired artisans and jade carving.
Hokitika - cool little town
Hokitika is a cool little town that's easily walkable and has the West Coast's only full service beachside town centre.
There is plenty to do with a large artisan community, interesting history and mountains, the river, two lakes and the beach nearby.
Things to do in Hokitika
- The famous Hokitika driftwood sign.
- Glass blowing studio.
- Jade carving studios.
- Carniege Building.
- The West Coast Wilderness Trail.
- Lake Mahinapua.
- Visit the glow worm dell at night.
- Hokitika Gorge.
Getting to Hokitika
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Events
Events
Ride the Wilderness is a Mountain Bike Ride on the West Coast Wilderness Trail on Saturday 16 November 2019.
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See, do & stay
Hokitika
See & Do
Bonz 'n' Stonz
A gallery and carving studio filled with handmade jade pieces. Bonz 'N' Stonz is the authentic location to purchase professionally created jade, bone, and shell jewelry. You also have the option to carve your own Jade - Bone -Shell.
From $100
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Hokitika
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The National Kiwi Centre
An open window facility gives you the feeling of being really close to this unique bird.
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Hokitika
Accommodation
Goldsborough Campsite
Sheltered and secluded campsite is the site of an old gold mining town, located near Kumara.
$4 - $8
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Hokitika
See & Do
Wilderness Gallery
A contemporary, fresh and inspiring Gallery right in the heart of Hokitika
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Hokitika
See & Do
Cycle Journeys
Cycle Journeys provides all aspects of support services required to cycle the Wilderness Trail and Paparoa Track.
We provide bike rental, shuttle transfers, daily luggage transfers, itinerary and trip planning and accommodation booking.
From $120
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The Gold Room
As found West Coast gold nuggets and flakes crafted into stunning jewellery.