Hokitika Scenic Guided Tours, West Coast, South Island. NZ

Hokitika Scenic Tours West Coast, South Island

Thanks to its natural splendour, a location provides numerous opportunities for awe. Hokitika Scenic Tours, located in the centre of the West Coast of the South Island, offers exclusive, small-group guided tours. Between the calm waters of the Tasman Sea and the spectacular peaks of the Southern Alps, there is a wealth of breathtaking landscapes and sites to explore on this tour.

Incredibly picturesque recollections that will endure a lifetime.

Here at Hokitika Scenic Tours, we know all there is to know about this beautiful region of Aotearoa. We can arrange everything from transportation and lodging for a private party to day trips and extended vacations.

Hokitika Scenic Tours Popular Highlights include:

* The blue green waters of granite rock sided Hokitika Gorge.
* Walking among the native trees and bird life via treetop canopy at West Coast Treetop Walkway & Cafe.
* Capture Dorothy Falls and tranquil Lake Kaniere – mirrored by snow capped mountains & native rainforest.

Hokitika Gorge & Lake Kaniere Tour

Price: Minimum two persons @ $85 pp – for one person only $140. – Children $70 pp
Duration: Approx 3.5 hours.
Departs: Departure times on request with pick up within Hokitika area.

The West Coast of New Zealand’s South Island is unlike any other place on Earth.
The short walk descends through podocarp/hardwood forest, where you observe from a swingbridge the magnificent blue-green waters of the Hokitika River as it makes its way through the granite rock-sided Hokitika Gorge that is surrounded by native bush. Travel through the lush dairy farmlands of Kokatahi / Kowhitirangi Valley as we make our way to Lake Kaniere through the secluded rainforest stopping at spectacular Dorothy Falls. This tranquil lake with its mirrored reflections is surrounded by snow-capped mountains and native forest….breathtaking scenery. Don’t forget your camera!
Refreshments provided.
Low level of fitness required. Please ensure all children are accompanied and supervised by an adult. Please wear responsible footwear.

Hokitika Gorge ScenicTour.

Price: Minimum two persons @ $45 pp – For 1 person only $85
Duration: approx 2 hours.
Departs: Departure times on request with pick up within Hokitika area

The short walk descends through podocarp/hardwood forest, where you observe from a swingbridge the magnificent blue-green waters of the Hokitika River as it makes its way through the granite rock-sided Hokitika Gorge that is surrounded by native bush.

The Hokitika river is about 64 kilometres long, beginning high in the Southern Alps and flowing into the Tasman Sea next to the township of Hokitika.

N.B. An extra unique event can now be added to your Hokitika Gorge tour if requested, and that is to visit an authentic NZ Eco working farm. Meet, greet, feed and photograph the eclectic group of cute animals.

Low level of fitness required. Please ensure all children are accompanied and supervised by an adult. Please wear responsible footwear.

West Coast Treetop Walkway Tour.

Price: Minimum two persons @ $59 pp – Children $44 pp.
Duration: approx 2 hours.
Departs: Departure times on request with pick up within Hokitika area.

An exhilarating treetop adventure that is a unique experience to see the beautiful West Coast rain forests from above, a leisurely 45-minute stroll on easy access for all to enjoy, walking along a steel platform 20 metres above ground and over 450 metres long, experiencing life with the birds high in the ancient Rimu and Kamahi tree canopy.
For the adventurous, feel your heart pump and the adrenalin rush as you climb to the top of Hokitika Tower, 40 metres above the forest floor. Your reward is a sensational vista of the majestic snow-capped Southern Alps, Lake Mahinupua and the Tasman Sea.
Please ensure all children are accompanied and supervised by an adult. Please wear responsible footwear.

Entry fee to Treetop Walkway included.

Hokitika Gorge & Eco Boat Cruise

Price: Minimum four persons @ $95 pp – Children $70 pp.
Duration: approx 3.5 hours.
Departs: Departure times on request with pick up within Hokitika area.

Travel through lush dairy farmlands with stunning views of the Southern Alps to the magical blue-green waters of rock-sided Hokitika Gorge, then be connected to step aboard the Eco Adventurer with West Coast Scenic Waterways and capture the picturesque beauty of Mahinapua waterways along the original route by pioneers, gold diggers and explorers. Majestic views of Mt Cook and Lake Mahinapua amongst West Coast wetlands, flora and fauna.

Day trip to Fox or Franz Josef Glacier

Price: $450.00 upto 6 persons ( extra $125 to view Fox Glacier also)
Duration: approx 6 hours.
Departs: Departure times on request with pick up within Hokitika area.

A unique and unforgettable experience: Travelling south from Hokitika through native forests with stunning views of mountains and lakes, we arrive at either glacier. From there, choose the most attractive and accessible forest walking track that suits you – 30 minutes return or 90 minutes return. These take you to glacier viewing platforms. Or you may wish to book a helicopter flight which could take in both glaciers plus a snow landing and an amazing up-close view of Mt Cook. Once in a lifetime! All of this and return to Hokitika the same day.

Pancake Rocks & Punakaiki Blowholes

Price: $270 includes 1 to 6 persons
Duration: approx 3.5 hours.
Departs: Departure times on request with pick up within Hokitika area

Return from Hokitika along the Coast Road to a limestone landscape of pancake-shaped rock formations, blowholes and surge pools that are especially spectacular at high tide in the wild Tasman Sea. The famous PANCAKE ROCKS!

Transport only to Franz Josef $370 for one to six people