Things to do in West Coast
Visit West Coast
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Most popular experiences in West Coast
Tours & day trips
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Arthur's Pass Full-Day Tour with TranzAlpine Train
Cruises & boat tours
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Arthur's Pass Full-Day Tour with TranzAlpine Train
Private & custom tours
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Franz Josef Glacier and snow landing (allow 20 minutes - departs Franz Jose...
Wildlife & nature
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Hokitika: West Coast Treetop Walkway Entrance Ticket
Food, drink & nightlife
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Fox Glacier: Half Day Walking & Nature Tour with Local Guide
What to do in West Coast
Popular places to visit
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Franz Josef Glacier
Enjoy the mountain views and explore Franz Josef Glacier, a lovely green space in Westland Tai Poutini National Park. Wander the lakeside in this quaint area.
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Fox Glacier
Discover the spectacular caves, ice fields and valleys of this enormous glacier on guided hiking, climbing and helicopter excursions.
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Lake Brunner
Explore the great outdoors at Lake Brunner, a popular spot to commune with nature in Greymouth. Stroll along the lakeside or seek out the golf courses.
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Pancake Rocks
Drive along the Great Coast Road to reach these unusual rock formations, the product of 30 million years of natural moulding.
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Rapahoe Beach
A small cluster of houses and some oceanfront accommodation mark one of the Great Coast Road’s sleepy enclaves, an ideal place to put your feet up.
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Lake Matheson
Hike around this picturesque lake in the forest to see the snow-capped peaks of the Southern Alps reflected in its dark waters on a clear day.
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Hokitika Gorge
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Hokitika Gorge during your travels in Kokatahi.
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Glacier Hot Pools
You can take time to visit Glacier Hot Pools during your travels to Franz Josef Glacier. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the stunning glacier views in this quaint area.
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Punakaiki Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Punakaiki Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Greymouth.
Areas of West Coast
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Carters Beach
Visitors to Carters Beach enjoy its beaches, and if you want to do some exploring, Carters Beach is worth a stop.
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Blackball
If you're spending some time in Blackball, Pancake Rocks and Lake Brunner are top sights worth seeing.
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Kumara Junction
While visiting Kumara Junction, you might make a stop by sights like Hokitika Beach and Lake Brunner.
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Cobden
While Cobden isn't home to many top sights, West Coast Rail Trail and History House Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.
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Coal Creek
Though Coal Creek may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Rapahoe Beach and Brunner Industrial Site.