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WEST COAST ACTIVITIES
Departing from Hokitika Airport, let Wilderness Wings take you along the Southern Alps to Mt Cook and the Glaciers or alternatively if you have a time constraint or due to previous bad weather take a day trip to Milford Sound, where you will land and be there in time for the cruise. Norwest Adventures Ltd The original 'Underworld Rafting', 'Charleston Cave Glow Worm Tour' and 'Adventure Caving', combining mystery, intrigue and adventure, in one of New Zealand's largest caves amidst the most stunning glow worm and cave formation displays. Riverplay Riverplay operates wilderness rafting and kayaking experiences on the pristine rivers of the West Coast, accessible by hiking and helicopter only. Also 5 day journeys on the Clarence River and 2 day heli-rafting in Karamea. On Yer Bike! Exciting 4-wheel motorbike adventures for children and adults. Tracks for beginners and advanced riders take you through beautiful West Coast trails. New café on-site. Located just north of Greymouth. Hokitika White Water River Adventures Frisco Canyon, grade 4 white water heli-rafting. 3.5 hrs raft time through 3 canyons, awesome scenery and white knuckle helicopter ride! (allow 6 hrs - $278pp). Family Scenic Rafting, grade 2 through beautiful canyon (4 hrs - $115pp). Adventure kayaking, daily trips to suit all skill levels. The Jungle Boats Rainforest Cruise Cruise mirror-like waters amongst the rainforest and birdlife. Paddle your own boat or take the motorised option. Enjoy local legends, learn Maori flax weaving and sit back and relax with one of the delicious drinks served during the cruise. Green Kiwi Tours Eco tours, cultural heritage tours, guided walks and hikes and caving trips. Specialists in West Coast history and New Zealand conservation management. Located 1 hour north of Kapitea Ridge. Kea West Coast Tours Daily tours to Punakaiki, Shantytown, Monteith's Heritage Trail, Franz Josef, Fox Glacier and Lake Matheson. Discover the wildlife and landscapes of the West Coast. Kea Tours will meet you off the Trans Alpine Express in Greymouth, then take you north to the Punakaiki Pancake Rocks and limestone formations found within the Paparoa National Park, returning you to Kapitea Ridge in time for dinner. Shantytown One of New Zealand's premier cultural and heritage attractions, Shantytown is a faithfully recreated 1900's pioneer town, born out of and inspired by the great West Coast gold rushes of the 1860's. Ride on a steam train, pan for gold (guaranteed strike), partake in living history and discover what enticed the settlers and pioneers to this wild, west coast. Located 20 minutes from Kapitea Ridge. Fishing Guided fishing trips - fly, spinning, trolling for wild brown trout on the lakes, in the rivers and spring streams. This is some of the best fishing in the world. West Coast Walks (within one hours drive of Kapitea Ridge)
Links Tourism West Coast 270° West Helicopters Wilderness Wings Adventure New Zealand - Blackwater & Heli Rafting, 4WD Safaris, Walks & Jungle Boat Cruises Cave Rafting - Underworld Adventures TP Goldsmith Shanty Town - West Coast Living History White Heron Sanctuary Tours Kea Tours Ltd Glacier Walks and Ice Adventures Franz Josef Glacier Guides  |
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