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Westland Attractions

       

Greymouth
Greymouth is the West Coast’s Tourism Centre. Founded on romance & adventure by goldminers, tourism is now the major activity. There are plenty of exciting activities in and around Greymouth including white water rafting, glow-worm cave rafting, 4x4 bike trips through the rainforest and launch cruises. You can discover your own gold at Shantytown, an 1860’s goldrush village with a steam train, saloon, gold claim and much more.
Greymouth is the home of NZ Jade Carving with a visit to the Jade Boulder to see its carvers at work displaying a unique artists skill.
On Yer Bike - Bike Tours
Trout 'n' Trophy Fishing & Hunting
Kea West Coast Tours

Hokitika
Don't miss visiting Hokitika which hosts the annual wild foods festival and offers numerous other attractions such as; Jade/Greenstone Carving, canoeing, rafting, mountain biking and tramping/hiking.

 

Westport
Situated at the Northern end of Westland, Westport formally and still serves as a Mining town (for the miners who work several kilometres away).
Buller Adventure Tours
Trout 'n' Trophy Fishing & Hunting
Kea West Coast Tours

Punakaiki
Between Westport and Greymouth lies Punakaiki and the famous Pancake rocks. You will find these pancake look-a-like rocks just a few minutes walk from the main road - don't miss them!


Kea West Coast Tours - Experience the real West Coast on a small group, personalised guided tour to Punakaiki, Shantytown & the Glaciers. Spectacular coastal scenery, glacier & rainforest walks, goldmining towns & history.