Explore Hokitika Gorge and Tree Top Walkway
Overview
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5 hours
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At Tree Top Walk Way, experience life with the birds high in the ancient Rimu and Kamahi tree canopy. Easy access for all to enjoy along a steel platform 20 metres high and over 450 metres long. Gently sway in harmony with the forest on the Mahinapua Springboard. View the exquisite Lake Mahinapua through the richly diverse forest foliage. Thrill seekers will feel their hearts pump and the adrenalin rush as they climb to the top of Hokitika Tower 40 metres above the forest floor. Be inspired by a sensational vista of the majestic snow capped Southern Alps, Lake Mahinapua and the Tasman Sea.
Then visit the famous Hokitika Gorge and walk across the swing bridge and enjoy this magical place. The vivid turquoise water surrounded by lush native bush, it is well worth a visit and a key photo stop on the West Coast must do list.
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Additional Info
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Hokitika Gorge Walk
Explore Hokitika with this half day tour and walk amongst the tree tops, an exhilarating treetop adventure among temperate rainforest giants, with the beautiful views majestic Lake Mahinapua as you listen to the bird song calls. Then visit Hokitika Gorge, which is a popular tourists spot with the vibrant blue water and tranquil setting, a must do on the West Coast.
West Coast Treetop Walk & Zipline
Tree Top Walkway offers views of majestic Lake Mahinapua while walking through the tree tops of ancient Rimu and Kamahi. Climb to the top of the Tower at 47 metres above the forest floor while experiencing life with the birds and wildlife. Refresh and enjoy great local foods at the onsite café.
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Explore Hokitika Gorge and Tree Top Walkway
Pickup included
Reviews
37 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Hokitika Beauty
Meander25532438885,Apr 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great trip with a great host. Linda was so informative and accommodating.
Pure nature. Beautiful gorge !
ol686,Apr 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great gorge, absolutely plan excursion there. Pure nature. Plan the circular route easily for about 1 h.
This a great hike for...
Donna C,Mar 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This a great hike for seeing the beautiful forest and lakes in the Hokitika region. The foot bridges are well made and get you across the terrain. The glacier fed rivers are a beautiful color of blue. Our guide, Linda, was very knowledgeable and shared information about the land, animals and towns as we drove/hiked through.
Fun experience
Dawn N,Feb 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Beautiful forest in the gorge with a lovely lake—very nice walk. The treetop walk was fun and beautiful, but the amount of driving between the sites was a bit much.
Excellent guide in Linda
Michael P,Feb 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We had an excellent guide in Linda, who is knowledgeable about the local area, as well as the local fauna. Due to some conflicting joining instructions from Viator, she patiently waited for us at the pick up point. We could have done the Hokitika Gorge and the Tree Top Walk on our own but with a knowledgable local guide like Linda, we learned a lot more about the area as a result.
Excellent walks and views...
Graham B,Feb 9, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Excellent walks and views and a good guide. The only problem was everything was a bit rushed with no time for refreshments
Interesting and active excursion
Mie V,Jan 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Linda took us to the gorge and the trees. We could have driven ourselves, but we already do so many kilometers here that it is nice to be transported. We also got a lot of explanations from her about nature, history, agriculture etc. They are two beautiful short walks.
Drive out to the tree top walk.
jamesmZ8515RK,Dec 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent day with great local knowledge from Linda. Short day trip where we saw alot of local sites with good insights provided from our guide.
A beautiful nature experience!
mvzachar,Oct 16, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00A wonderful visual tour with a super friendly and knowledgable guide! The tour was not physically demanding anth views were extraordinary!
No gorge but still gorgeous
F5167KIelizabethj,Oct 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an amazing morning with Linda our guide! It was very rainy in Hokitika so unfortunately the road to the gorge was out of action. Linda was efficient in rearranging the day, taking us first to the treetop walk and then to the Ross goldfields instead. The treetop walk was gorgeous, the views were beautiful and as the clouds cleared we could see the snow capped mountains in the background. The gold panning experience at Ross was lots of fun and we got a lovely souvenir from it. Her passion for the area was infectious and her knowledge about local history, wildlife, plants, and fish and chip shops was extensive. We had such a great morning and feel like we gained a real insight into the west coast. Big thanks to Linda for making the day happen despite the weather!
From NZ$219.00
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