Hokitika, cool little town
Hokitika is a cool little town. It's easily walkable and has the West Coast's only full service beachside town centre.
Hokitika - cool little town
Hokitika is a cool little town. It's easily walkable and has the West Coast's only full service beachside town centre. And there is plenty to do with a large artisan community, interesting history and mountains, the river, two lakes and the beach nearby.
Getting to Hokitika
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Events
Events
Katie Thompson is delighted to announce the release of her 3rd album 'Bittersweet' and showcase these new songs at Hokitika's Regent Theatre this September.
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See, do & stay
Hokitika
Lake Kaniere
Lake Kaniere is one of the most beautiful lakes in New Zealand and offers opportunity for a number of water sports. There are also several picnic places, a camping area, and numerous short walks.
Free. Campsite fees apply.
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See & Do
Hokitika Museum
The Hokitika Museum is a regional museum located in the heart of Westland and housed in the historic Carnegie Building.
Entry is FREE
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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.
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Junction Cafe and Honey Centre freedom camper site
Parking for self-contained vehicles to say in overnight.
FREE
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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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Arahura Greenstone Tours
This fabulous uniquely original tour will lead you on a journey of discovery along the Arahura River - known as one of the richest sources of Pounamu (Greenstone) in New Zealand.