Hokitika



An old gold-rush town, Hokitika is one of the West Coast’s few settlements.
On a clear day there are views of Aoraki Mt. Cook from the blustery beach, and pieces of pounamu (jade) can sometimes be found there. The turquoise waters of the Hokitika Gorge, east of town, are a scenic setting for kayaking and short walks.
New Zealand’s wild west coast is linked by a single track through Greymouth, Kumara, Cowboy Paradise, Hokitika and Ross. The Hokitika to Ross section takes in wetlands, forests and old mills, before ending with views over Totara lagoon as you ride into Ross. The one-way trip takes about four hours.
Hokitika itineraries

Bay of Islands and South Island escape
Off-the-beaten path New Zealand
11 days From £4,500 pp