Greymouth is located beneath rainforest covered hills and right on the beaches of the Tasman Sea. We are surrounded by rivers, lakes, rainforests, mountains and ocean. With this adventurous landscape comes a variety of activities for all ages.
We have listed some of our favourite activities and tour operators for you. Whether you are interested in action packed adventure or more relaxing tours one of the many local tour companies is bound to have something for you.
Feel free to contact us any time with questions, we are happy to help you organise an itinerary that suits your requirements.
Monteiths Brewing Company: This is a brewing company that has been operating on the West Coast since the 1860’s an icon of the area that has daily brewery tour and tastings. www.monteiths.co.nz
On Yer Bike: New Zealand's MUDDIEST Off-road Adventure. Take a quad bike tour through the rainforest or enjoy an Argo adventure “Muddy Great Fun” www.onyerbike.co.nz
Blackwater Glow-worm Cave Rafting: Experience the underground world. Blackwater Tubing & Glowworms. Catch the Fun! Wild West Adventures. www.fun-nz.com
White Water Rafting: Relaxing Family Trips to the intense Grade 5 action for the thrill seekers. There are many rivers and experiences to choose from. The West Coast has some of the best rafting in the world. Half or Full Day rafting trips are available or try Heli-Rafting with one of the two rafting companies we have in town.
ECO-RAFTING www.ecorafting.co.nz
WILD WEST ADVENTURES www.fun-nz.com
Wildcat Charters: Some of the best Salt Water Fishing in New Zealand. Targeting Tarakihi, Gurnard, Trumpeter, Snapper, Rig, Red Cod, Kahawai, Groper or Albacore Tuna plus many more including the now famous 200 kg plus Blue Fin Tuna (during July and August). www.wildcatcharters.co.nz
Air West Coast Scenic Flights: Fly to visit Mt. Cook and the Glaciers, Milford Sound, the Pancake Rocks and many other scenic flight options. Air West Coast is based right next door to the Holiday Park and can get you to some of the best scenery you have ever seen in a matter of minutes! www.airwestcoast.co.nz
Coastwide Helicopters: Discover hidden glaciers or the famous Pancake Rocks on a scenic flight with Coastwide Helicopters, based just 1km from the Holiday Park.
Phone/fax: +64 3 762 6117. Free Phone in NZ: 0800 726 6309.
Greymouth Golf Range: 18 Hole Adventure Mini Putt Course, 10 Bay All Weather Driving Range and a Golf Retail Shop. www.greymouthgolfrange.co.nz
Greymouth Golf Club: 18 Holes - only 5km from Greymouth Seaside Top 10.
email: greymouth@golf.co.nz
Lake Brunner/Moana: Moana is an idyllic lakeside village where you can relax with a view, enjoy a range of walks or get out on the lake to fish for trout.
Moana Trout Fishing Safaris www.brentbeadle.com
Scenicland Houseboat Cruises www.houseboats.org.nz
Lake Brunner Catamaran Charters saillakebrunner@callsouth.net.nz
Kotuku Pottery email: kotukupottery@xtra.co.nz
Kea West Coast Tours: Operating daily tours to the Punakaiki Blow Holes, Shantytown, the Glaciers, Monteith's Brewery and many more great locations. www.keatours.co.nz
Off Beat Tours: Customised tours to your needs and wants, travelling to Punakaiki, Cape foulwind Seal Colony, Scenic Walks & Tours, Wildlife & Nature Experiences. www.offbeattours.co.nz
On-Track 4WD: Self Drive 4WD Tag-A-Tours. www.on-track4wd.co.nz
U-Drive 4X4: Adrenalise in Comfort. Drive thru tunnels, down canyons & rivers, gold panning, glow worms & rainforests. Drivers can be supplied. www.fun-nz.com
For more information on West Coast activities visit the Tourism West Coast website www.west-coast.co.nz
For more information on Greymouth visit www.greydistrict.co.nz
