Luxury Accommodation New Zealand

... West Coast

The West Coast is a wild and sparsely populated region with some of the most dramatic scenery in New Zealand.

It is an area of soaring mountain peaks, impressive glaciers, tranquil lakes and raging rivers, lush rainforest and a magnificent coastline that stretches for 600km.

Most of its natural environment is still intact and preserved in national parks designated as World Heritage Areas.

The Coast's reputation for hospitality is legendary - "coasters" display a sincere friendliness and strength of character as unique as their surroundings.

The West Coast region offers a variety of short scenic walks and hiking opportunities, as well as exciting adventure activities for all ages and levels of competence. Try rafting a subterranean stream through a weird world of stalactites, stalagmites and glow-worms.

Between Westport and Greymouth is a wild, ruggedly beautiful coastline that features the unique Pancake Rocks and blow holes at Punakaiki. Anglers will find they are in paradise anywhere on the coast.

The luxury lodges can be fairly counted among the best the South Island has to offer: