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.

If you are a single person traveling please contact us direct to check availability.

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‘s Included

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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.

4 hours • Admission Included

Westcoast Treetop Walk & Tower 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.

1 hour • Admission Included

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Explore Hokitika Gorge and Tree Top Walkway

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Reviews

4.45

29 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

A beautiful nature experience!
mvzachar,
Oct 16, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
A 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
5.00
We 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!
Excellent tour- the company, the guide, the gorge and the walkway are fantastic
TX4Traveling,
Jun 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Thank you to Explore West Coast Tour and especially to Linda for the wonderful tour today (and yesterday.). She’s fabulous and knowledgeable and fun! The van is comfortable and the half day tour is well planned and even better than the description. It did help to have perfect weather too. I will use this company anytime I can and in strongly recommend them.
Pathways Experience
FlorenceGee,
Apr 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
A wonderful morning with our guide Linda who shared her extensive knowledge of multiple sites of interest between Greymouth and Hokitika Gorge that included identification of native plants, eg blue mushrooms; Southern Rata. As well as the deep green/blue water of the Hokitika Gorge, the tour highlighted several different historical events and perspectives that contribute to the unique West Coast character. A special inclusion was the Pounamu Pathway Mawhera Pa.
Amazing Day
Lily M,
Feb 24, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
The Gorge is an easy walk and not too busy if you get there early. The treetop has a steep hill to start but gets easier.
Hojo
Howard L,
Feb 20, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Great outing! Mary was great! Weather was great although rain had been forecast. Definitely worth the time and money. Good conversation and leisurely pace.
Unwind and absorb the nature in NZ
alisonfQ9974QC,
Feb 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Most beautiful walk in the gorge and later the treetops, if you enjoy nature then this excursion is for you. Fabulous knowledgeable guide.
Terrible customer service from the West Coast Travel, leading to frustration and distress
J3192ICshannono,
Nov 27, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
2.00
The West Coast Travel team is abysmal at communication and honestly ruined the entire overall experience for me due to a lack of courtesy, professionalism and communication. After the initial booking confirmation email, I received no correspondence from them in the week leading up to my trip. And despite the many emails I sent off asking for confirmation that my pick up address was confirmed, I received no correspondence from them. It got to the day of, and despite my many emails and then several calls that morning, still no confirmation from their end. So I was required to travel myself from Hokitika to Greymouth to go and sort out the issue in person, and which after some scrambling from the person working there, eventually led to a delayed day tour. But honestly I would have much preferred a refund. Then I could have taken myself to both the Hokitika Gorge and the Treetop walkway, and had more than three quarters of my money left. The 195NZD I was charged was ultimately not worth it given the Treetop adult ticket id 36NZD and the Hokitika Gorge walk is free (and currently half closed for bridge maintenance, so half of it is entirely inaccessible so be aware). My guide was a lovely lady who tried her best to make up the experience despite the admin mistakes, but unfortunately I had just been entirely demoralised by the difficulties I had trying to communicate with the West Coast Travel office that I couldn’t fully appreciate the tour. Definitely take the drive out yourself. A hire care for the day would likely end up being cheaper overall.
Tramp tramp!!
Curiosity51625439489,
May 21, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Many interesting viewpoints along the way. The gorge walk was though, but worth It. The treetop walkway gives the impression of being in another world... I would've preferred the two to be separate exploration activities though...a bit tough on those who don't have the time or the inclinación to tackle both in one go.
An all round amazing experience with Explore West Coast
HotelLakeBrunner,
Apr 22, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The tour was awesome with great weather and our tour guide Bob was incredibly informative and knowledgeable of the places we visited, the coach was very comfortable and clean and I would thoroughly recommend any tour with Explore West Coast