West Coast New Zealand

Across Country Quad Bikes Trip Description

2 Hour Quad Bike Adventure
The only quad bike ride in New Zealand with glacial views and the thrill of riding through West Coast dense rainforest, riverbeds and glorious mud to emerge at an ancient terminal moraine and an outstanding view of the Franz Josef Glacier.

Depart...

The Air Safaris Grand Traverse flight is the recognised premier Aoraki Mount Cook flight seeing experience; this magnificent flight encompasses two World Heritage Parks and 200 km of New Zealand’s most memorable and spectacular scenery.

Highlights include:

• Beautiful turquoise glacial lakes, golden tussock lands and braided river systems of the Mackenzie...

Kit-up with hard hat, hi-vis vest and safety glasses and come with us up to New Zealand's newest hardrock gold mine. Currently being mined by Oceana Gold, it's at the Globe just south of Reefton in the middle of Victoria Conservation Park.

This fantastic tour gives you a taste of the...

Take a breathtaking guided trip on the West Coast's longest and less crowded glacier amidst fascinating ice formations with New Zealand's most experienced glacier guiding company.

"We lead novice clients into glacier terrain normally only seen by experienced mountaineers, and are committed to providing the most spectacular and rewarding trips available."

"Combine two awesome scenic helicopter flights over Franz Josef glacier with a unique guided walk among the ice cave, pinnacles and seracs of this pristine alpine environment."

The best way to experience the New Zealand glaciers is on a scenic helicopter flight with Glacier Country Scenic flights.

With friendly personal service, wide window views, more alps and glaciers and more heli-hike options, our scenic flights are extremely good value.

You can see Aoraki Mount Cook (New Zealand’s...

Glacier Helicopters offers scenic helicopter flights from both Franz Josef Glacier and Fox Glacier villages. The West Coast is home to spectacular mountain peaks and creeping, icy glaciers. This is the perfect environment for flying in, walking on………….. let us put you in touch with our special part of New...

Glacier Helicopters offers scenic helicopter flights from both Franz Josef Glacier and Fox Glacier villages. The West Coast is home to spectacular mountain peaks and creeping, icy glaciers. This is the perfect environment for flying in, walking on………….. let us put you in touch with our special part of New...

"Nestled in lush rainforest, lulled by the sound of gently cascading water, The Glacier Hot Pools invites you to leave your day to day worries behind & submerge yourself in deliciously warm water."

Greymouth i-SITE West Coast Travel Centre is located within the historic Greymouth Railway Station (the arrival and departure point for the famous TranzAlpine Train). We offer local expert advice and free bookings for all rail, bus & ferry transport, accommodation, activities and tours throughout the West Coast region.

Explore the Haast Valley

This 90 minute return trip showcases unique characteristics within the ancient glacier formed Haast River Valley, while the safari boat design ensures warmth and comfort. A short bush walk leads you to the river’s edge, where your boat is easily boarded by step-on front loading access.

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Let Kea Heritage Tours show you the highlights of the West Coast and South Island. Enjoy one of our multi-day tours or one of our day tours departing daily from Greymouth.

MULTI-DAY TOURS INCLUDE:

Te Ara Pounamu – Ancient Greenstone Pathway of the Maori.
This four-day itinerary lets you explore some of the...

Witness history being made right before your eyes. From humble origins in 1868, the Monteith’s family-owned Phoenix Brewery became the West Coast’s most popular brewery for its strong tasting, full-bodied ale. The Phoenix Brewery later merged with a group of small breweries to form Westland Brewing Company, predecessor to today’s...

"We are a small private company offering value based fares. We fly from Fox Glacier or Franz Josef. Our emphasis is on personal service catering to the needs of small groups, families and individuals."

Action packed off road adventures for all ages through 300 acres of West Coast rainforest and farm.

Navigate your own quad bike or 2 seater off road Go-Kart across rivers, through masses of our famous mud and puddles that resemble small lakes.

We cater for beginners to experienced riders. No experienced needed....

Join us on one of our guided eco tours amongst the pristine rainforest and limestone caves of the unique Oparara Basin. Several tour options available

“New Zealand’s most spectacular skydive”
Lonely Planet said “With a backdrop of the Southern Alps, Glaciers, Rainforests & ocean, it’s hard to imagine a better
place to jump from a plane than Fox Glacier”.
Rates: 9,000’ Tandem $249, 12,000’ Tandem $299,
Free fall Photo $99, Free Fall D.V.D $159

Take a journey inward at the place all but forgotten..

NEW Guided Tours:
• Underground Union Experience: a train trip and interactive underground mine experience. Travel by train along the Waimangaroa George and into the Banbury mine where you will be 'tagging in' for your 45 minute visit underground. You can put...

The Helicopter Line can offer you spectacular close-up views on a scenic flight to explore and discover the dramatic expanse of the Franz Josef and Fox Glaciers and snowfields. The experienced and professional helicopter pilots share their knowledge with you in an informative commentary. View the extraordinary colours of the...