Things to do in West Coast
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Mount Cook Day Tour from Queenstown
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Franz Josef: 2.5 Hour Glacier Hike with Helicopter Transfer
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Mt Cook Experience
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Arthur's Pass Full-Day Tour with TranzAlpine Train
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Shackleton Glacier Whisky Endurance Flight - 50mins
What to do in West Coast
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Carters Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Carters Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Carters Beach. Find time to visit the spas in this relaxing area.
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.
Fox Glacier
Discover the spectacular caves, ice fields and valleys of this enormous glacier on guided hiking, climbing and helicopter excursions.
Hokitika Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Hokitika Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Hokitika. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.
Lake Kaniere
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Kaniere during your travels in Hokitika. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
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.
Hokitika Gorge
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Hokitika Gorge during your travels in Kokatahi.
Areas of West Coast
Carters Beach
Visitors to Carters Beach enjoy its beaches, and if you want to do some exploring, Carters Beach is worth a stop.
Blackball
If you're spending some time in Blackball, Pancake Rocks and Lake Brunner are top sights worth seeing.
Marsden
While Marsden isn't home to many top sights, Shantytown and Shantytown Heritage Park are some notable places to visit nearby.
Kaiata
Travellers like the golf courses in Kaiata, and Greymouth Golf Club is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Coal Creek
Though Coal Creek may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Brunner Industrial Site and Rapahoe Beach.
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