10 TOP Things to Do in West Coast November 2026

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Things to do

Franz Josef: Franz Josef Glacier Lookout Guided Walk

£47

per adult

100% of travellers recommend

Fox Glacier: Half Day Walking & Nature Tour with Local Guide

£47

per adult

100% of travellers recommend

Franz Josef Off-Road Adventure Quad Bike Tour (Single Quad)

£106

per adult

100% of travellers recommend

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Mountains High Helicopter Flight & Snow Landing

£294

per adult

100% of travellers recommend

Skip the Line: Franz Josef Wildlife Center Ticket with Optional Backstage Pass

£29

per adult

Hokitika: West Coast Treetop Walkway Entrance Ticket

£17

per adult

80% of travellers recommend

Hokitika: West Coast Tree Top Tower Zip Line and Walk

£51

per adult

Franz Josef Glacier Helicopter Flight with Landing

£168

per adult

Pilot’s Choice: 2 Glaciers & Snow Landing – 35min

£210

per adult

90% of travellers recommend

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Franz Josef Glacier

9.2/10 (793 reviews)

Enjoy the stunning glacier views and explore Franz Josef Glacier, a lovely green space in Westland Tai Poutini National Park. Wander the lakeside in this quaint area.

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Where to stay in West Coast

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Carters Beach

Visitors to Carters Beach enjoy its beaches, and if you want to do some exploring, Carters Beach is worth a stop.

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Blackball

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Marsden

While Marsden isn't home to many top sights, Shantytown and Shantytown Heritage Park are some notable places to visit nearby.

Kaiata

Travellers like the golf courses in Kaiata, and Greymouth Golf Club is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Kumara

If you're looking for restaurants on your travels, Kumara might be a great stop.

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