West Coast Treetop Walk

Overview

Available languages

Chinese

English

45 minutes

Mobile ticket

An exhilarating treetop adventure among temperate rain forest giants. 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 heart pump and the adrenalin rush as they climb to the top of the Tower 47 metres above the forest floor.

Be inspired by a sensational vista of the majestic snow-capped Southern Alps, Lake Mahinapua and the Tasman sea.

Additional Info

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Wheelchair accessible

Children must be accompanied by an adult

Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

Subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to extreme weather, and we have to close we will offer an alternative day or full refund.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

GST (Goods and Services Tax)

All taxes, fees and handling charges

Food and drinks, unless specified

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting points

Westcoast Treetop Walk & Tower Zipline

1128 Woodstock-Rimu Road Hokitika New Zealand

End points

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Westcoast Treetop Walk & Tower Zipline

Finding your way here is simple as we are just 15 minutes south of Hokitika as you head to Franz Josef Glacier. Once you are in our car park you will see the Cafe, Gift Shop and Ticketing all located in the building just a short stroll over Johnny's Creek. Once you have your ticket for the Tree Top Walk the team will brief and supply you with a self guiding brochure. There is a 300 meter up hill walk (on site transport is available) and as you progress along you will see the walkway structure and the majestic Lake Mahinapua. Your brochure guide will supply you great detail about the surrounding area, trees and wildlife. Along the entire walk there are a number of interruption panels providing you additional information. To get the full benefit and enjoyment of the walk, after all you are on holiday, the walk will take around 45 minutes, but you can take all day up to closing if you wish. The walk is suitable for all ages and is accessible for strollers and wheelchairs.

Admission Included

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West Coast Tree Top Walk Experience

Reviews

4.40

126 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Experience not to miss....
mandrharg,
Jul 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Wonderfully constructed walkway. Peaceful and gentle walk. A bit of a climb to get to and from walk, but good exercise. Did have assistance if requested. Great Cafe for meal of snack. Beautiful food, all homemade - even my nachos, which were to die for. Buy tickets in town at Information Centre - a little cheaper.
Great vistas 🌲 🌲 🌲 🌲
La tiburona,
Jun 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00
We enjoyed a beautiful early morning walk through the canopy on a sunny, cold winter’s morning and it was just lovely! Peaceful, picturesque, and quiet. The views really are fabulous, and to get up close to trees and see ferns from a height is nothing short of wonderful. However, the price for two adults ($78) was a bit steep; I appreciate that there’s upkeep, staff, and maintenance to consider, though for a short loop, it was spendy. Our coffee and toasties in the cafe afterwards were a great mid-morning snack. Top tip: Go at around opening time to have the walk (almost) to yourselves. Watch out for the potholes as you drive in and out. Some are quite deep, and could damage your vehicle if not avoided / driven through with slow care.
Walk among the giants in a temperate rainforest.
Susan K,
May 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00
Wonderful view of the area. It is a pleasant walk among the trees with 11 viewing stops including a very high platform with almost 360 degree views of the mountains and the sea. It is really helpful to read the pamphlet they give you before the walk. The structured walkways are well designed. One of the best parts of the walk is hearing the birds. The walk took us around thirty minutes. The walk to the entrance of the walk can be a little steep. The staff is lovely. They have a nice cafe and gift shop. I only had a cappuccino and it was good.
Only 1 zipline
Dan L,
Apr 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00
Ok so my 12y daughter was very excited anc looking forward to a thrill. ( certainly no height fears for her) we arrived and was told she was 500g too light for the zipline. We decided to flag the zip and just do the tree walk. Which was OK...but somewhat disappointing. I have to say the nz PC safety police gave over speckd and over priced this tree walk. We have had better experiences and lower prices in taupo. Rotorua and over seas... Kind of pleased we skipped the zipp
Everything about this adventure was well worth doing
Mobile54183851906,
Apr 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
A fantastic activity for all ages. The information and views were excellent. Back at the building, the facilities were also great as were the staff and the food. Recommend that people spend some time there.
Tree tops
Paul B,
Mar 23, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Great. Your place is so easy to walk and welcoming. Enjoyed ourselves as we visited with family from NC, USA
Excellent Zipline experience
gpjrm,
Mar 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Excellent zipline-great staff . Walk at treetops interesting. Zipline highlight- safety and staff were excellent and well organised.
An experience at the top of the trees
Morten Hygum,
Feb 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
If you are afraid of heights, your limits will be tested on this trip. Not just being high up. You can also see through what you walk on. But there is a good view and it is worth the trip. There was good information around the trip.
A must do
Sushila A,
Feb 16, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
An absolute must do. Using the walkway at your own pace above the canopy gives you a unique perspective of the forest. Useful pamphlet with information at various stops very useful. Great cafe at the base was excellent.
Treetop walk and zip line
Wanderer02646089226,
Feb 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We thoroughly enjoyed the treetop walk and decided to therefore treat ourselves to the zip line experience too. Well worth the trip back up the hill to fly back down again on the zip line