New Zealand · WEST COAST TOURS
The 15 best west coast tours you can book today, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason; start there.
Ride the TranzAlpine from Greymouth to Christchurch through Arthur’s Pass, with Southern Alps views, open-air decks, and onboard commentary.
“It was a lovely experience, very different. The beautiful views after Arthur’s Pass are extraordinary! Truly memorable”
Review of West Coast Treetop Walk near Greymouth, with canopy views, Lake Mahinapua, optional zipline, pricing, tips, and practical details.
“Nice & quiet environment to enjoy the beautiful nature. The place is not as big as the one at Albany, Australia.”
Review Monteith’s Brewery Tour in Greymouth, with beer tasting, pouring lessons, a mixed six-pack, practical tips, and honest value advice.
“Very interesting and informative Host. Great value. No hassles. However, They did forget our Monteiths Passports. Very nice restaurant and very good food.”
Visit Punakaiki from Greymouth on a small-group coastal tour with entry included, scenic views, local stories, and an easy blowholes walk.
“Our guide was amazing! she was very informative and gave us lots of information about the area. The rock formation was amazing to see.”
Explore a 19th-century gold-rush village near Greymouth with a rainforest steam train, gold panning, sawmill, caves, and flexible entry.
“Train ride n gold panning n great food n cafe excellent staff great location .kids thoroughly enjoyed it”
Walk Hokitika’s ancient rainforest canopy, climb a 45-meter tower, and zip line at 60 km/h before relaxing at the forest cafe.
Explore Pancake Rocks, seals, Buller Gorge, Brunner Mine, local beer and gin on an eight-hour West Coast tour from Greymouth.
“I had the most amazing day, exploring and learning all about the magnificent West Coast. Jackie was an amazing tour guide, we had a few laughs, shared stories and got to know each other better along the way. Pancake Rocks was the highlight, but it is hard to choose if I am being honest. 🤗I loved the Seal Colony at Tauranga Bay, seeing them in their natural habitat, as well as learning their names. This information will stay with me for years to come. So cute. 😋 The weather was beautiful, so I got really lucky on that front. Jackie is a great driver, so I felt like a VIP…”
See kiwi, tuatara, giant eels, crayfish, and whitebait at Hokitika’s National Kiwi Centre, with eel feedings included.
“Disappointed to find there were only 2 kiwis - one of which only came out for a few seconds. Expected the National Kiwi Centre to have more.”
Explore Hokitika Gorge’s turquoise water and walk above old-growth forest on a guided half-day tour from Greymouth.
“Great outing! Mary was great! Weather was great although rain had been forecast. Definitely worth the time and money. Good conversation and leisurely pace.”
See Punakaiki’s pancake rocks and blowholes on a scenic 3-hour coastal tour from Greymouth with a small group guide.
“Our tour of the Pancake Rocks & west coast was most dramatic, with fierce winds and strong squalls enhancing the powerful sprays from the blowholes and chimney stack rock features. Our guide Linda was brilliant, full of interesting information and very enthusiastic about her local area.”
Review of the Greymouth half-day tour to Hokitika Gorge and Tree Top Walkway, with turquoise water, rainforest views, guides, value, and practical tips.
“The Guide is lovely and informative. Lots of fun and knowledgeable through our journey Half-Day Tour. The highlight is Hokitika Gorge. Great view”
Explore Hokitika Gorge, tree tops, Monteith’s Brewery and Punakaiki on an 8-hour small-group West Coast tour from Greymouth.
“Great itinerary efficiently executed by a friendly and knowledgeable guide.”
Explore Punakaiki, Tauranga Bay seals, Buller Gorge, local beer, gin, and mining history on a 9-hour tour from Greymouth.
“Great day seeing the west coast! Very informative and got to see a variety of things. Would definitely recommend if in Greymouth”
Review of Greymouth’s treetop walk and 45-meter tandem zipline, with practical advice on value, fitness, views, timing, and who should book.
“Brilliant morning. Really fun walk among the tree tops, and the zip line was great. Nice easy pace, not rushed to do anything”
Ride the TranzAlpine from Christchurch to Greymouth, then explore Hokitika Gorge and the West Coast before arriving in Franz Josef.
“Absolutely fantastic tour! The itinerary was a perfect balance of sight seeing and stops to break up the day. The train was a definite highlight for us, and not to be missed. Shoutout to Joel who was a fantastic tour guide, very engaging and friendly :)”
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