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There is no where on earth, quite like the West Coast of the South Island of New Zealand. Lying between the Tasman Sea and the Southern Alps, it is a place blessed with natural beauty and delivers an abundance of breath-taking moments. Picture perfect, scenic memories to last a lifetime. At Hokitika Scenic Tours we specialise in guided tours of this magnificent part of Aotearoa. From accommodation bookings and transfers for private groups, through to half and full-day tours or multi-day tour packages. Our goal is to create the best, custom experience for you and your family and friends.

Group travel is the best it's ever been.

Small, intimate and private; group travel means you get the best experience by travelling with family and friends - guided by a knowledgeable local.
Here's why you should choose Hokitika Tours
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Trusted Service Safe, friendly and informative
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Tours depart daily With bespoke drop off times and locations within Hokitika
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Flexible Book a tour or create your own
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West Coast COVID 19 update:

In December 2021 we moved to the new Traffic Light System here in New Zealand. Our current setting in the South Island as from 11.59pm on 13 April 2022 is Orange. We are operating as normal and welcome your bookings. Please see our Terms & Conditions page for our COVID-19 safety plan Hokitika Scenic Tours is able to offer personal tours and transport so you can tour in your own space in your own time. We pride ourselves on the cleanliness of our vehicles. After each tour, our vehicles are cleaned and disinfected to a high standard. Sanitiser and masks are available. Kia Kaha New Zealand.

Where our home becomes yours...

As a personal transport and tour operator specialising in private group tours – giving you flexibility and the best on offer, is our priority. Our tour packages combine the best of the Coast – in terms of tour locations
but also other local operators. We celebrate and champion the great people of the Coast with tailored, exclusive tour packages.
Let us show you our unique landscape and share the stories of our heritage, history and culture. Come celebrate the Coast.
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Hokitika Gorge & West Coast Treetop Walkway Tour Package

Popular Tours

Hokitika Gorge Tour
Let us transport you on a personal, guided tour to discover the iconic and magical blue-green waters of rock-sided Hokitika Gorge. Connect with nature as you walk through the native rainforest while, learning about the History, Culture and Community of the Hokitika Valley ...my home! Read more >>
Pancake Rocks Punakaiki Tour
Return journey from Hokitika along the Great Coast Road to a limestone landscape of pancake-shaped rock formations, blowholes, and surge pools that are especially spectacular at high tide in the wild Tasman Sea. Read more >>
West Coast Treetop Walkway Tour
Escape with an exhilarating treetop adventure at The Treetop Walk & Cafe. Experience life with the birds, high in the ancient Rimu & Kamahi tree canopy. Read more >>
Hokitika Gorge & Eco Boat Cruise Tour Hokitika NZ
Travel through lush dairy farmlands with stunning views of the Southern Alps to the magical blue-green waters of rock-sided Hokitika Gorge ...then jump aboard an eco boat river cruise as it makes its way through the breathtaking wetlands of Westland Read more>>
Lake Kaniere - Dorothy Falls - Hokitika Gorge Tour
Explore the breathtaking scenery of Dorothy Falls and tranquil Lake Kaniere surrounded by snow-capped mountains and native forest. Read more >>
Glacier Country Tour
A tour of Franz Josef or/and Fox Glacier Tour is a unique and unforgettable experience - Travelling south from Hokitika through native forests with stunning views of mountains and lakes we arrive at either glacier. Some of the most stunning scencery NZ has to offer. Read more >>

Great West Coast Combo Package

For 2 or more persons this Tour Package includes transfers, tours and accommodation plus breakfast
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  • "Rachel Is Just The Friendliest, Most Insightful Guide Ever!"
    Amtrogstad of United Kingdom via TripAdvisor, 2018
  • "I loved Hokitika Gorge, but the highlight of the trip was speaking to Rachel. She's just so interesting and it's so nice to speak to a Kiwi about life here!' - I agree with her! My sister and I (19 & 23) had what was basically a private tour to Hokitika Gorge and back with Rachel. We didn't have our own transport so this is the PERFECT way to head out there (and $45pp is totally reasonable even as (essentially) backpackers, really really happy with that price for a 2hr trip for just the two of us!). "
    Amtrogstad of United Kingdom
  • "The Gorge is just a must-do (it's super beautiful) but make sure you use Rachel. Honestly, having met nearly as many actual Kiwis as the bird out here, getting insight into Hokitika/West Coast life was just lovely. Rachel is so bubbly, down to earth, genuinely interested in your travels and she knows SO MUCH. We loved finding out about the first mass murder in NZ back in 1941 (I think!) along the way to the Gorge, and she was happy to stop along the way for pics of cute calves if we wanted to. ."
    Amtrogstad of United Kingdom
  • "Great For Trampers! If you are a tramper looking for track relocation services, then these guys provide a fantastic service. And if you have an inReach or other satellite device you can rearrange services to suit the West Coast weather 😁

    They provide some regularly scheduled services, but lots of custom services too. This allowed me to completely change my exit point while sitting on the deck of Top Crawford Hut."
    Andrew Cave, March 2021
  • "Rachel from Hokitika Scenic Tours was a joy to take a tour with. She is very informative with extensive knowledge and pride for Hokitika. She took us out to the Hokitika Gorge where we spent some pleasant time taking in the splendor of this beautiful spot. I would highly recommend Rachel if you are contemplating a visit to Hokitika, nothing is too much trouble for her."
    Unknown
  • "Went on two tours with Mur & Steve from Lakes District ( UK ) & Deena from Canada. Our fantastic tour guide Rachel was informative, fun, and a really genuine Kiwi. We went to Franz Josef Glacier, Hokitika Gorge & Lake Kaniere. Would recommend it to anyone!! Scenery to die for!!"
    Claire, 2018
  • "Beautiful luxury tour, just perfect thanks "
    Susanna - Switzerland October 2016
  • "Stunning place and learned alot from all your great info"
    Emily, Kate & Jamie - Canada & UK November 2016
  • "Thank you for a great day at Treetop Walk & Pancake Rocks. We were so lucky to meet you"
    Dave & Noelle - Ireland. March 2017
  • "Perfect timing, as some seasonal rain cleared to reveal the beautiful Hokitika Gorge. Easy access and a solid walking track. On the journey, my delightful driver Rachel gave some pertinent and interesting facts covering the area, its history and whetted my appetite to explore further. She happily catered to my request to visit Punakaiki (the pancake rocks) with breathtaking views of the Tasman. Rachel was bright, warm, and friendly and nothing was a bother. She enhanced my enjoyment of the trip by 100 percent.

    Her comfortable vehicle and great local knowledge of the area means I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her tour company to any traveler wanting a bespoke tour experience. Thank you, Rachel. "
    2019
  • "If sightseeing is your plan, I would recommend Hokitika Scenic Tours. Our visit to Pancake Rocks was just amazing. Rachel was very informative in her local knowledge and the drive was so very relaxed. Didn’t feel rushed in any way while walking Pancake Rocks, lots of photo opportunities as well. A big thank you to Hokitika Scenic Tours the day was just wonderful thank you."
    Kate M
  • "Rachel is an absolute legend - when our plans had to drastically change due to my travel buddy’s illness, she gladly drove us up to Greymouth to get to the hospital last minute and showed real compassion. Plus she took me to the Gorge afterward as well, which was a breathtaking place to visit. Amazing woman and amazing part of the world to visit; could not recommend this business enough."
    Daisy E
  • "Was such a fun trip! Comfortable car, great attitude and very good knowledge of the town! Thank you so much, Rachel, you did amazing :)"
    Bradley via Facebook
  • "We were biking the West Coast Wilderness Trail and wanted to visit the Hokitika Gorge but of course had no car to get there. Rachel was great. She collected us in town and gave us some local history as we drove out to the Gorge. What an awesome spot! Nice walk, fabulous photo ops, lots of sandflies! Thanks Rachel, we will recommend you."
    Jane via Facebook
  • "More than a year ago, I took a tour with Hokitika Scenic Tours to see the Hokitika Gorge and other sights in the surrounding area. It was a beautiful experience, each place we visited had its own charisma. Rachel was a fantastic guide: not only was she very knowledgeable about all the spots we visited, I also very much enjoyed her stories of what it is like living in Hokitika. I still think about Hokitika once in a while, especially the serene lake we visited. I really hope to return one day!"
    Kea_Elisa of The Netherlands via TripAdvisor, 2018
  • "I really enjoyed my tour to Hokitika Gorge with Rachel! I was traveling solo and with little time to explore the hinterland, this was the perfect option for me. Rachel was knowledgeable about the area and its history and allowed plenty of time for me to explore the Gorge. A 2 hour trip in total - well worth it."
    rachel_m_donnelly of Australia via TripAdvisor, 2019
  • "Really enjoyed Hokitika Scenic Tours, Rachel was super personable and friendly and offered really good local commentary on the region. The Hokitika Gorge was so beautiful and the Treetop Walk was awesome. Highly recommend!"
    Monique R via TripAdvisor, 2019
  • "Through Hokitika Scenic Tours we organised a drop off in the Mikonui Valley and pick up in the Whitcombe Valley before and after a tramping trip. There were 5 of us with big packs. Rachel was super helpful and accommodating, especially as we couldn't be specific about when and in which valley we were finishing. Rachel also recommended a secure place for us to leave our cars. We appreciated Rachel and Morrie's friendliness, knowledge of the area and helpfulness. A great service!"
    Penny B of New Zealand via TripAdvisor, 2019
  • "We took the lake and gorge trip with Hokitika Scenic Tours and we were delighted by the feeling that this was a personalised tour. Rachel was our guide and driver, and we couldn’t have had a more friendly or knowledgeable person. We were not rushed at stops and arrived at each one prepared with what to expect and with time to look around, including time to take the Gorge walk to the viewpoints and swing bridge. This is *not* like being on a tour bus with a guide droning into a microphone, this is a nice roomy van with a local Kiwi who knows the history, the trees, the birds and answers all of your questions as if it were the first time she’d been asked."
    Lori and Greg
  • "When we arrived in Hokitika via InterCity bus, we were desperate to visit Hokitika Gorge but left scratching our heads as to how to get there being car-less. Luckily, after a swift phone call to Rachel, greeted with a friendly and accommodating voice - we...we were booked to travel there the following day. The gorge was stunning, and upon our arrival back to the vehicle, Rachel had some lovely postcards waiting for us. She also had a towel awaiting us just in case we had swum- how thoughtful and hospitable can you get!!?! We thank Rachel for this excellent service and highly recommend it to all for a stress-free and highly informative journey!"
    ImogenMoz of Australia via TripAdvisor, 2019
  • "I had a little layover here in Hokitika from the bus trip coming from Franz Josef. Perfect timing. I wanted to see if I could make it to Hokitika Gorge in time before my flight. At the same time, I was looking for a taxi to the airport. Talk about perfect timing! Went to the Information Center and bumped into Rachel. She took us to the gorge and then the airport with lots of spare time. The gorge was beautiful and Rachel was kind enough to take a picture of us on the suspended bridge. Well worth it! Rachel is flexible and nothing but positive vibes! She gave us a little brief history of the surrounding area as well. One of my favorite parts of my trip. Highly recommend it!"
    iwalle64 via TripAdvisor, November 2018
  • "We went on a wonderful tour to lake Kaniere, the native rainforest, the waterfall, and Hokitika Gorge. Rachel picked us up from our motel on time. She drove us in a clean and comfortable SUV. The tour was very scenic and very well-paced. We enjoyed walking the rainforest and the Gorge. Rachel was a lovely and friendly guide. She was very knowledgeable and informative. We learned about the history of the area and the plants and trees of the forest. She also had delicious homemade cheese scones as a snack for us. Thank you Rachel for providing outstanding service and for taking us on this very beautiful tour. Very Highly recommended!"
    TripAdvisor, 2020

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