Okarito and Whataroa
Okarito and Whataroa are small settlements on the West Coast. The Okarito Lagoon is New Zealand's largest unmodified wetland covering 3,240 hectares of shallow water. The area is a ‘must-explore’ if you are interested in birds and there is so much more to offer as well. The rugged Southern Alps/Kā Tiritiri o te Moana dominate the landscape inland, with the impressive expanse of the estuarine Ōkārito Lagoon along the coast. more
For those who like history, there is former gold town to explore. For walkers there are wetland, coastal or trig station walks close by and challenging tramps up the Whataroa Valley. To get your fill of birds, spend time on the lagoon or visit the white heron colony in the Waitangi Roto Nature Reserve.
The farming community of Whataroa is blessed with expansive views of the mountains, glacial rivers and lakes across farmland fringed with native forest."
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FRANZ JOSEF WILDERNESS TOURS - Franz Josef
FRANZ JOSEF WILDERNESS TOURS - Franz Josef
Mobile-friendly - Franz Josef Wilderness Tours is teamed with an awesome crew from a range of backgrounds. Take a kayak or paddleboard trip with glacier and mountain views or a small personalized cruise to explore the waterways of Lake Mapourika! Fish for Brown Trout or wild sea run Salmon with a local fishing guide. Mountain bikes, stand-up-paddleboards, kayaks hire available.
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- +64 3 752 0230
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- 0800 423 262 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 64 Cron Street, Franz Josef Glacier Village, New Zealand
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WESTLAND TAI POUTINI NATIONAL PARK - West Coast (South Island)
WESTLAND TAI POUTINI NATIONAL PARK - West Coast (South Island)
Westland Tai Poutini National Park is located in 'glacier country' on the west coast of New Zealand. Dramatic contrasts mark with area with dense rainforests, grasslands, steep forested slopes, glaciers (Fox Glacier and Franz Joesph Glacier are the most well known), scenic lakes and rivers. The spectacular State Highway Six weaves its way through the edge of the park.
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WHITE HERON SANCTUARY TOURS MOTEL - Whataroa
WHITE HERON SANCTUARY TOURS MOTEL - Whataroa
Mobile-friendly - Studio units and self-contained motels. Peaceful and affordable... no helicopter noise but just a short drive and you can take a sightseeing flight up to the glaciers - we can arrange the bookings for you. Guided rainforest tours and visit to New Zealand's only white heron (Kotuku) nesting colony.
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- +64 3 753 4120
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- 0800 523 456 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- PO Box 19, Whataroa, South Westland, New Zealand Make an Enquiry
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WHITE HERON SANCTUARY TOURS - Whataroa, Westland
WHITE HERON SANCTUARY TOURS - Whataroa, Westland
Mobile-friendly - Visit NZ's only White Heron (Kotuku) nesting colony. This beautiful bird breeds in a secret location in one of the most romantic places—in the Waitangiroto nature reserve —part of Te Wāhipounamu World Heritage area. Seeing these splendid birds is a rare sight and visiting their breeding ground, a truly unique experience. Learn about this rare bird and its nesting habits.
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- 0800 523 456 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 64 Main Road, Whataroa, South Westland, New Zealand Make an Enquiry
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Paint Pouring for Beginners
Have you ever heard of Paint Pouring? It’s basically creating art by pouring paint onto a canvas. However, it is not that simple! In this class I will show you how to create your own paint pouring medium you add to ...
Where: Pink Possum Quilting, Greymouth, Grey
Address: 511 State Highway 6, Greymouth, Grey
From: 10:00am on Sunday 21st April 2024
To: 12:30pm on Sunday 15th December 2024
Madsen Promotions Tribute to Queen + Bee Gees
Paul Madsen as Freddie Mercury, along with his session Band, Paul has been Tributing Queen for 12 years and in this time the Show has performed all around New Zealand at private functions, Clubs and Theatres Since the ...
Where: Regent Theatre, Hokitika, Westland
Address: 23 Weld St, Hokitika, Westland
From: 7:30pm on Friday 28th June 2024
To: 10:20pm on Friday 28th June 2024
Matariki Family Fun Weekend!
Family fun at the Westland Industrial Heritage Park in Hokitika! 10am to 3pm for the whole park plus train rides, then 5pm to 8pm Night Time Train Rides, opening Friday 28th and Saturday 29th June. Visiting trains, ...
Where: Westland Industrial Heritage Park, Hokitika, Westland
Address: Heritage Park Road off The Airport Drive, Hokitika, Westland
From: 10:00am on Friday 28th June 2024
To: 8:00pm on Saturday 29th June 2024
Hollie Smith 'The Bones Tour' II - Westport
Hollie Smith Announces Exclusive "The Bones Tour " Solo and Intimate run of shows this Winter. Renowned singer-songwriter Hollie Smith is set to captivate audiences once again with her upcoming solo tour, ‘The ...
Where: NBS Theatre, Westport, Buller
Address: 105 Palmerston St, Westport, Buller
From: 7:30pm on Saturday 3rd August 2024
To: 9:00pm on Saturday 3rd August 2024
Hollie Smith 'The Bones Tour' II - Hokitika
Hollie Smith Announces Exclusive "The Bones Tour " Solo and Intimate run of shows this Winter. Renowned singer-songwriter Hollie Smith is set to captivate audiences once again with her upcoming solo tour, ‘The ...
Where: Regent Theatre, Hokitika, Westland
Address: 23 Weld St, Hokitika, Westland
From: 7:30pm on Sunday 4th August 2024
To: 9:00pm on Sunday 4th August 2024
West Coast Community Expo
Come and join us for an awesome day of: Healings Clairvoyants Crafts Crystals Clothing Workshops Food Live Music Raffles All proceeds will be donated to The West Coast Cancer Society.
Where: Greymouth High School, Greymouth, Grey
Address: High Street, Greymouth, Grey
From: 10:00am on Saturday 17th August 2024
To: 4:00pm on Saturday 17th August 2024
Balls N Bingo! West Coast
New year, new vibes, and a fabulous facelift for the Balls N Bingo show! For the past 4 years, Balls N Bingo has been the original leading Drag Queen Bingo in New Zealand, and guess what? The girls are turning up the ...
Where: Reefton Workingmen's Club, Reefton, Buller
Address: 55 Bridge St, Reefton, Buller
From: 7:30pm on Saturday 24th August 2024
To: 9:30pm on Saturday 24th August 2024
Badjelly the Witch Glow Show
Badjelly the Witch, the much-loved, utterly loony Spike Milligan classic, is this year’s Glow Show! Nearly 100,000 Kiwi kids, parents and educators have seen a Glow Show; come and join the fun with the ...
Where: Regent Theatre, Hokitika, Westland
Address: 23 Weld St, Hokitika, Westland
From: 11:00am on Thursday 3rd October 2024
To: 11:55am on Thursday 3rd October 2024