Description: Alpine Guides Westland has been running guided trips onto the Fox Glacier and into the mountains of Westland National Park for 27 years. We proudly carry on the 100 year old tradition of guiding people on the Fox Glacier, and provide a wide range of trips for those wishing to explore the amazing Ice formations and beautiful scenery of this area. We offer half-day walks, helihikes, full day walks, ice climbing as well as more challenging multi-day mountaineering and ski touring trips.

Location: Fox Glacier, South Westland.
Prices: Depend upon the trip, contact us for details.
Season: Everyday except Christmas day.

Contact person(s): All our friendly front desk staff!
Address: Main Road, Fox Glacier.
Postal Address: P.O Box 38, Fox Glacier.
Phone: +64 3 751 0825
Freephone: 0800 111 600
Fax: +64 3 751 0857
Email: foxguides@minidata.co.nz
Website: www.foxguides.co.nz

Comments: We provide all equipment for our glacier walks and most equipment for our longer trips. Licensed Cafe, Scenic Helicopter flights, NZ Post, Intercity bus, Tranz rail, Interisland Ferry, Atomic Shuttles and Foreign Exchange all available in our base building on the main street in Fox Glacier.

Description: Scenic float Eco Tours, visit some of the most spectacular places NZ has to offer, wildlife viewing and informative guides. Learn about the early pioneers and the local Moari tribes that lived in this harsh and beautiful environment.

Something for all ages, from gentle scenic floats to adrenalin pumping action. Heli access options available as well as multi day adventures with riverside camping.

We have over 10 years experience on the coast and are very flexible, let us know what sort of trip you would like and we will organize an adventure to suit.

Location: West Coast, South Island
Prices: $100 - $1500

Contact person(s): Joshua MArcotte
Address: Hokitika/Greymouth
Postal Address: PO Box 211, Greymouth
Mobile Phone: 021 523 426
Freephone: 0508 669 675
Email: info@ecorafting.co.nz
Website: www.ecorafting.co.nz

Comments: We offer free pick up and drop off in Greymouth/Hokitika, we are a short drive north of the Glaciers.

Description: Scenic nature tours of the West Coast of the South Island. Visit such renowned places as Punakaiki and the Pancake Rocks, the Franz Josef and Fox Glaciers and beautiful Lake Matheson, some of the historic pubs and places of the Grey Valley on our "Monteith's Heritage Trail" tour and a must for all visitors to the Coast, our "Shantytown Goldstrike" tour.

All tours in modern comfortable air-conditioned vehicles. We pride ourselves on providing tours that are interesting, informative and fun - we'd love to have you join us!

Location: Based in Greymouth, West Coast.
Prices: From $45 per person to "Punakaiki and the Pancake Rocks", to $180 per person for the full day "Twin Glacier and Lake Matheson tour".
Season: All year round

Contact person(s): Matt or Linda Lysaght
Address: 152 Golf Links Rd., Greymouth, New Zealand.
Phone: +64 3 768 9292
Mobile Phone: 025 228 4422
Freephone: 0800 532 868
Fax: +64 3 768 0492
Email: info@keatours.co.nz
Website: www.keatours.co.nz

Comments: We pick up and deliver clients from their accommodation within Greymouth. All tours are coordinated to suit the arrival and departure times of the TranzAlpine We are also available for charter groups and special interest tours any where in the South Island.

Description: View New Zealands wonderful Kiwi Birds doing what they do naturally in our nocturnal house sited in the heart of Hokitika`s business district.

Be part of Kiwi conservation by visiting, as a portion of the entrance fee is donated to conservation projects.

Location: [map here] Revell St, Hokitika
Season: 365 Days

Contact person(s): Jacquie Grant
Address: 64 Tancred Street
Phone: +64 3 755 5251
Fax: +64 3 755 8904
Email: natkiwi@xtra.co.nz
Website: www.thenationalkiwicentre.co.nz

Description: The Waiatoto River Safari is New Zealands only Sea to Mountain Jetboat Safari. Join an experienced team to embark on a fantastic journey into the heart of the South West World Heritage Area - Te Wahi pounamu. The Waiatoto River is a well kept secret among West Coasters. A combination of many different types of River terrain and scenic splendour.

The Safari is divided into three sections:
(1) Upstream - A laid back exploration of the valley with stops for photographs and commentary whichs covers many interesting facts of the geology and history of this remote region of South Westland.
(2) A short bush walk and nature interpretation. A chance to further photograph and be inspired by pristine, untouched surroundings.
(3) The ride home- A more up tempo journey demonstrating the amazing capabilities of New Zealands own Jet Boat with a little extra fun at no extra cost. The safari concludes with a visit to the Tasman Sea and a look in a hidden tributary of the Waiatoto Estuary.

Location: Haast (2 hours South of the Glaciers, 2 Hours North of Wanaka)
Prices: Adult: NZ$109.00, Child: NZ$69.00
Season: From August 1st to April 31st

Contact person(s): Roger Crow
Address: The Red Barn, Haast Junction
Postal Address: P.O Box 7, Haast
Phone: +64 3 750 0001
Mobile Phone: 025 291 3953
Freephone: 0800 865 382
Fax: +64 3 750 0068
Email: info@riversafaris.co.nz
Website: www.riversafaris.co.nz

Comments: Other Services available (ie Hunting, fishing &tramping transport)
Please contact Waiatoto River Safaris for further information.