What to do in Westland District

Activities, attractions and tours

A glacier with a crevasse, snow-covered mountains, and a partly cloudy sky.
A calm lake reflecting mountains and dense forest.
A glacier with people hiking on its surface.
A mountain range with snow-capped peaks, a calm lake reflecting the scenery, and a forested area in the foreground.
A turquoise river surrounded by rocky terrain and dense forest.

Things to do

Hokitika: The National Kiwi Centre Tickets

Hokitika: The National Kiwi Centre Tickets

CA $31
per adult
Hokitika: The National Kiwi Centre Tickets
Franz Josef Nature Tour

Franz Josef Nature Tour

CA $88
per adult
Franz Josef Nature Tour
Skip the Line: Franz Josef Wildlife Center Ticket with Optional Backstage Pass

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

CA $52
per adult
Skip the Line: Franz Josef Wildlife Center Ticket with Optional Backstage Pass
Picture 1 for Activity Hokitika: West Coast Treetop Walkway Entrance Ticket

Hokitika: West Coast Treetop Walkway Entrance Ticket

CA $31
per adult
Hokitika: West Coast Treetop Walkway Entrance Ticket
People taking selfie on snowpack in Queenstown

Mountains High Helicopter Flight & Snow Landing

CA $524
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Mountains High Helicopter Flight & Snow Landing
Approx 10 minute snow landing included

Franz Josef Glacier Helicopter Flight with Landing

CA $316
per adult
Franz Josef Glacier Helicopter Flight with Landing
Pilot’s Choice: 2 Glaciers & Snow Landing – 35min

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

CA $396
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Pilot’s Choice: 2 Glaciers & Snow Landing – 35min
Hokitika: West Coast Tree Top Tower Zip Line and Walk

Hokitika: West Coast Tree Top Tower Zip Line and Walk

CA $96
per adult
Hokitika: West Coast Tree Top Tower Zip Line and Walk
Franz Josef Glacier Heli-Hike

Franz Josef Glacier Heli-Hike

CA $738
per adult
Franz Josef Glacier Heli-Hike
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Mount Cook Day Tour from Queenstown

Mount Cook Day Tour from Queenstown

Activity duration is 12 hours
7.8 out of 10 with 43 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $160 per adult
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Adventure & outdoor

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Franz Josef Glacier Heli-Hike

Franz Josef Glacier Heli-Hike

Activity duration is 4 hours
9.6 out of 10 with 156 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $735 per adult
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Water activities

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Kayak Classic - 3 Hr Kayak Adventure Franz Josef Glacier

Kayak Classic - 3 Hr Kayak Adventure Franz Josef Glacier

Activity duration is 3 hours
7.4 out of 10 with 3 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $119 per adult
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Private & custom tours

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Mt Cook Experience

Mt Cook Experience

Activity duration is 4 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $5,416 per adult*
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History & culture

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Arthurs Pass National Park Day Tour – including Tranzalpine Train

Arthurs Pass National Park Day Tour – including Tranzalpine Train

Activity duration is 10 hours
8.8 out of 10 with 20 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $395 per adult
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What to do in Westland District

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A glacier with people hiking on its surface.

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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Day trip destinations from Westland District

A paved path leading through a grassy field towards snow-capped mountains.

Mount Cook

A glacier valley surrounded by lush green mountains and waterfalls.

Franz Josef Glacier

A beach with waves, sun, and scattered debris.

Bruce Bay

A turquoise river flowing through a rocky gorge surrounded by dense green forest.

Mount Aspiring National Park

A glacier with a crevasse, snow-covered mountains, and a partly cloudy sky.

Westland Tai Poutini National Park

A sandy beach with driftwood and tall grasses.

Hari Hari

A river with clear water, surrounded by rocky terrain and dense forest. A bridge spans the river.

Totara River