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Things To Do In the West Coast New Zealand - Tours Activities 
 
The West Coast of New Zealand’s South Island is home to dramatic landscapes, majestic views, heritage attractions and adventure activities. Explore Greymouth, the largest town on the West Coast of the South Island of New Zealand, known for its gold mining history. 
 
Check out activities such as the <a href="/en/west-coast/west-coast-treetop-walk-in-hokitika">Tree Top Walk</a>, or visit famous attractions like the Pancake Rocks at Punakaiki and Hokitika. 
 
Further south, Haast is a remote UNESCO World Heritage Site on the West Coast of New Zealand’s South Island, recognised for its incredible natural beauty. Discover stunning beaches, sandy dunes, breathtaking lakes, wetlands and the Southern Alps, along with wildlife including fur seals and Fiordland crested penguins. Enjoy Haast activities like the <a href="/en/west-coast/waiatoto-river-jet-boat-and-forest-walk-adventure-3-hours">Waiatoto River Safari and jet boat rides.</a>

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Waiatoto River Jet Boat Safari

Explore the South Island's rugged West Coast with a jet boating experience on the Waiatoto River on a 2.25 hour jet boat safari leaving from Haast.

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West Coast Treetop Walk in Hokitika

Wander amongst the treetops at the West Coast Tree Top Walk in Hokitika, just 30 minutes from Greymouth. Book today with Everything New Zealand.

TranzAlpine Scenic Train Journey

Experience the TranzAlpine scenic train journey from Christchurch to Greymouth via Arthur’s Pass. One-way and return options. 

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Fox Glacier Heli Hike

Experience the thrill of a Fox Glacier Heli Hike. Walk on the glacier, explore ice caves, and witness spectacular ice formations. Book your adventure now!

Franz Josef Heli Hike

Franz Josef Glacier, found in the stunning Westland National Park, is one of the most spectacular glaciers in this region.

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Heli Ice Climbing - Fox Glacier Guiding

Go ice climbing with Fox Glacier Guides on the west coast of New Zealand's South Island. Book today with Everything New Zealand.

Fox and Franz Josef Twin Glacier Scenic Helicopter Flights

The Helicopter Line scenic Twin Glacier heli flights over Franz Josef Glacier and Fox, New Zealand. Book today with Everything New Zealand

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Skydive 16,5000ft over Franz Josef & Fox Glacier

Skydive over the spectacular Franz Josef & Fox Glaciers at 16,500ft in the sky!

Quad Biking & Buggy Tours in Franz Josef

Jump on board your quad for an adventure through Franz Josefs rainforest, river beds & muddy terrain. Book your Franz Josef activities today.

Franz Josef Heli Ice Climbing

Full day ice climbing tours for adventurous travellers. No experience required. Franz Josef  is the most spectacular commercially guided glacier in NZ

Franz Josef Glacier Kayaking Tours

Franz Josef Glacier kayak tours in New Zealand. Book your Franz Josef activities today with Everything New Zealand.

Franz Josef Kayak Tour & Rainforest Walk

Add a guided rainforest walk through the Kiwi Sanctuary to your Franz Josef kayaking experience. Book your Franz Josef activities today.

Franz Josef Glacier Scenic Cruise

Cruise on Lake Mapourika to enjoy stunning views of the surrounding mountains and glaciers. Explore the untouched rainforest and native birdlife.

Grand Traverse Scenic Flight from Franz Josef

Franz Josef scenic flights with views of two national parks, world famous glaciers & NZ's highest mountains. Book your Franz Josef activities today.

Fox & Franz Josef Glacier Mountain Spectacular Scenic Helicopter Flights 

Join the Helicopter Line Fox & Franz Josef Glacier helicopter 40 minute Mountain Spectacular scenic flights west coast south island New Zealand.

Franz Josef Cruise & Guided Walk

Cruise the reflective waters of Lake Mapourika in Franz Josef and explore ancient rainforest on a guided nature walk. Book your Franz Josef activities today

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Coastal Pacific Scenic Train Journey

Discover the Coastal Pacific Train – a scenic New Zealand train journey from Christchurch to Kaikoura or Picton, with panoramic coastal views. 

Mount Cook Day Tour from Queenstown to Christchurch

Take a day tour from Queenstown to Christchurch and see the spectacular Aoraki National Park to view Mt Cook, NZ's highest mountain. 

Queenstown to Franz Josef Day Tour

Enjoy a luxury coach day tour from Queenstown to Franz Josef. Take in stunning views of the West Coast,  Haast Pass and Wanaka.

Fox Glacier from Queenstown One Way

Travel from Queenstown to Fox Glacier on a coach day tour up the stunning West Coast of New Zealand's. Take in the Southern Alps, lakes and rugged scenery.

Explore the West Coast of New Zealand’s South Island, from Haast, a UNESCO World Heritage Area, to Franz Josef Glacier. Visit the largest town on the southern West Coast and enjoy heli hiking, ice climbing and guided glacier walks.

West Coast Tours

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Heli Ice Climbing - Fox Glacier Guiding

Fox Glacier Heli Hike

Franz Josef Heli Hike

Waiatoto River Jet Boat Safari

West Coast Treetop Walk in Hokitika

TranzAlpine Scenic Train Journey

Fox and Franz Josef Twin Glacier Scenic Helicopter Flights

Skydive 16,5000ft over Franz Josef & Fox Glacier

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Waiatoto River Jet Boat Safari

West Coast Treetop Walk in Hokitika

TranzAlpine Scenic Train Journey

Fox Glacier Heli Hike

Franz Josef Heli Hike

Heli Ice Climbing - Fox Glacier Guiding

Fox and Franz Josef Twin Glacier Scenic Helicopter Flights

Skydive 16,5000ft over Franz Josef & Fox Glacier

Quad Biking & Buggy Tours in Franz Josef

Franz Josef Heli Ice Climbing

Franz Josef Glacier Kayaking Tours

Franz Josef Kayak Tour & Rainforest Walk

Franz Josef Glacier Scenic Cruise

Grand Traverse Scenic Flight from Franz Josef

Fox & Franz Josef Glacier Mountain Spectacular Scenic Helicopter Flights

Franz Josef Cruise & Guided Walk

Coastal Pacific Scenic Train Journey

Mount Cook Day Tour from Queenstown to Christchurch

Queenstown to Franz Josef Day Tour

Fox Glacier from Queenstown One Way

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