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Franz Josef Glacier Heli-Hike
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Mount Cook Scenic Tour for 6 with Car Included
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Fox Glacier: Half Day Walking & Nature Tour with Local Guide
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Franz Josef: Franz Josef Glacier Lookout Guided Walk
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Hokitika: The National Kiwi Centre Tickets
What to do in West Coast
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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.
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.
Routeburn Track
You can take time to visit Routeburn Track during your travels to Mount Aspiring National Park. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's mountain views.
Paparoa National Park
Explore the great outdoors at Paparoa National Park, a lovely green space in Paparoa National Park.
Fox Glacier
Discover the spectacular caves, ice fields and valleys of this enormous glacier on guided hiking, climbing and helicopter excursions.
Tauranga Bay Seal Colony
Ocean waves lap on the rocky shores of this beautiful bay where you can see multitudes of New Zealand fur seals basking in the sun.
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.
West Coast Rail Trail
You can take time to visit West Coast Rail Trail during your travels to Greymouth. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
Monteith's Brewing Company
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Monteith's Brewing Company during your travels in Greymouth. Savor the lively bars and top-notch restaurants while in town.
Where to stay in 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.
Kaiata
Travelers like the golf courses in Kaiata, and Greymouth Golf Club is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Blue Spur
While Blue Spur isn't home to many top sights, Lake Kaniere Scenic Reserve and Te Waipounamu Maori Heritage Centre are some notable places to visit nearby.
Kumara
If you're spending some time in Kumara, you'll be sure to enjoy its restaurants.
