Top Things to do in Hokitika
Hokitika Gorge
A must-visit spot, the Hokitika Gorge Walk is one of the West Coast’s easiest and most breathtaking experiences.
The trail offers a leisurely walk through lush, mature forest along the Hokitika River, leading to a dramatic rocky gorge filled with dazzling turquoise-blue water.
Hokitika Beach & Sunset Point
A stunning wild beach with black sand, scattered pebbles (including pounamu jade), and driftwood, framed by mountain views, breathtaking sunsets, sunrises, and star-filled nights.
Perfect for walks, picnics, hunting for unique pebbles and driftwood, building sandcastles, and for the experienced, swimming, surfing, or surfcasting.
Treetop Walkway & Zipline
This self-guided adventure takes you 20 metres above the ground, winding through the native canopy before arriving at the 47-metre Hokitika Tower.
From high above the lush green treetops, you’re treated to sweeping views over Lake Mahinapua, across the Southern Alps, and out to the Tasman Sea, showcasing the region’s stunning scale and natural beauty.
Westcoast Wilderness Trail
On your trusty bike, you’ll weave through ancient rainforests, follow glacial rivers, circle moody lakes, and cross some truly stunning wetlands.
You can tackle the full 133 kilometers in one go, spread it over four days, or just enjoy a single day-trip. Either way, it’s an unforgettable way to travel from the Alps to the sea.
