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Hokitika

Things to see and do

When locals get asked what to see and do in Hokitika, it's hard to know where to start!  Hokitika has that relaxed small, beach town feel with much of what a larger city has to offer.

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Hokitika Golf Club

Mahinapua Links Play on one of New Zealand’s few true links courses at Hokitika on the West Coast of the South Island with views of Aoraki / Mount Cook, Mt Tasman and the majestic Southern

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Precision Helicopters

We offer breathtaking tours to New Zealands most beautiful untouched destinations. Our helicopter tours are based out of Hokitika. Wherever you want to go, whatever youd like to see, we can take you there.  Our

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Pounamu Pathway

The Pounamu Pathway is an interconnected Māori cultural journey delivered through fourimmersive storytelling experience hubs located across Te Tai Poutini/West CoastHubs open now are in Kawatiri /Westport and Māwhera /Greymouth with additional centres setto open

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Londonderry Rock

LOCATION : Kumara EASY Time: 10 min one wayAccess: Turn off SH73, 1 km east of Kumara onto a metalled road running alongside a water raceFeatures: Walk passes through stone-fields of old goldmining tailings & manuka forest to huge

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Hokitikas Regent Theatre

Beautiful refurbished Art Deco Theatre and Cafe. See all the latest movies on the Big Screen with latest digital projection technology and surround sound. Check hokitikaregent.com for movie session times, live shows, other events and online bookings.

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Goldsborough / Shamrock Track

LOCATION : Awatuna/Goldsborough MODERATE Time: 4 hours one way. 8 km. Access: Starts at Goldsborough camping area. Ends on Callaghans Road. Walk back along road or return transport required.Features: Both ends of track feature signs of historic goldmining, including fine

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The Glow-Worm Dell

Located on the State Highway 6 roadside at the northern town entrance. Parking available but can be walked to from town. A 50 meter track leads to Glow-worm Dell  5 minutes return. Buggies/Strollers ok. Free

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Lake Mahinapua Bush Beach

LOCATION : Lake Mahinapua

EASY  Buggies/Strollers ok
Time: 15 min one way

Access: North of the main lake carpark and camping area.
Features: Leads to a very small but secluded beach through native bush.

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Dorothy Falls

LOCATION : Lake Kaniere

EASY 
Time: 2 minutes.
Access: Carpark beside bridge at Dorothy Falls Rd on eastern side of lake.
Features: Short path to pool at base of best local falls. Awesome in a good rain. 

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Bonz n Stonz

Bonz n Stonz provides a traditional jade, cone or shell carving experience. Design and carve your own piece or shop online. Founded in 2000 by master carver Steve Gwaliasi, Bonz and Stonz is a place

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Carnegie Building

Built in 1908, the historic Carnegie building currently houses a number of the district’s museum exhibits and treasures. Located in the heart of Hokitika, the building is easily accessible to visitors and entry is free. Come and

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Rimu Lookout  Walk and Scenic Lookout

LOCATION : Rimu / Woodstock EASY Time: 1 hour loop walk.Access: Carpark at the top of Rimu Hill, 4km over Kaniere Bridge.Features: Panoramic views of the Hokitika valley, and access to displays on the gold mining heritage of the

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