Description: 20 years locally owned and operated, Buller Adventure Tours offers an exciting variety of personalised, quality adventures for all thrill levels on the wild West Coast.

Raft the big volume `Earthquake Slip` rapids in the Upper Buller Gorge. Consistent summer flows ensures this 11km section of the mighty Buller River is the most reliable and exciting Grade 4 whitewater in the country. With the emphasis on fun, participation and safety, river challenges include a 9m cliff jump, a Grade 2 swim rapid and inflatable kayak options. 2 3/4 to 3 hrs on river time followed by a delicious riverside lunch, this quality river rafting experience is fantastic value!

Experience a 1 1/4 hour jetboating adventure through the enchanting sub tropical forest of the Lower Buller Gorge. Skim the shallows, play in the pressure waves and flirt with the massive rocks and craggy overhangs of the mighty Buller River, then brace yourself for some breathtaking jetspins. This personlised and informative river journey is packed with variety and will prove to be a holiday highlight.

Huge amounts of fun to be had on the latest, lightweight and easy to handle Suzuki LTZ250 Sport Quads. Fantastic terrain includes twisting native bush trails, sandy river beaches, creek crossings and moderate to steep climbs and descents. This 1 3/4 hour quad bike safari can be catered to suit all abilities from an easy going scenic tour to a challenging and adventurous ride.

Location: [map here] 8km from Westport on State Highway 6, Lower Buller Gorge
Prices: Rafting: $120 adult, $105 youth, $95 child.

Contact person(s): Sandra Henderson & Neil Dougherty
Address: Buller Gorge Rd, SH6, Westport
Postal Address: Private Bag, Buller Gorge Rd, SH6, Westport
Phone: (03) 789 7286
Freephone: 0800 69 7286
Fax: (03) 789 8104
Email: adventure.tours@xtra.co.nz
Website: www.adventuretours.co.nz

Comments: Pick up/drop off service for Westport
Visa and mastercard accepted
Multi trip discounts available

Also check out our horse trekking opportunities on the TrueNZ Guide to Horse Trekking, West Coast page here

Description: We are the heli-rafting specialists found on the West Coast, South
Island, NZ.

• Heli Rafting
• Heli Canyoning
• Multi day expeditions
• Adventure Fishing
• Whitewater Rafting
• Scenic Floats
• Family Rafting.

Pick ups from Greymouth and Hokitika.

Location: [map here] Greymouth and Hokitika
Prices: Heli Rafting from $325, seat sales from up to $220
Season: September to May

Contact person(s): Joshua Marcotte
Address: Hokitika
Postal Address: P.O Box 211, Greymouth
Mobile Phone: 021 523 426
Freephone: 0508 669 675
Fax: +64 3 736 9593
Email: info@ecorafting.co.nz
Website: www.ecorafting.co.nz

Comments: Cheapest heli rafting in the country. All guides are fully licensed, experienced professionals.

Description: Based in the resort town of Franz Josef Glacier, we are dedicated to providing the complete National Park experience for visitors to our region. The village is the service and accommodation centre for the `Te Waihi Pounamu World Heritage Park`, which is a series of largely unmodified and unique eco-systems from the highest points of New Zealand to the pounding surf of the Tasman Sea.

The principals of this service are passionate about providing a quality experience of appreciation of the reason the region is held in such high regard. With eight years guiding experience in the region, we are well versed in matching our client’s expectations for a fun and informative introduction to new activities and scenarios. We collect digital photos of you as you paddle on the lake to give to you at no extra cost, after the tour, on cd-rom. This also contains a complete interpretation of the significent reasons for appreciation of the environment and its conservation value. We have internet access at our base in the village to allow you to send these pictures to your mates and make `em jealous! It`s on a 1957 bedford bus!!

Location: [map here] Based in the resort town of Franz Josef Glacier
Prices: Half day guided tour (including digital photos): $75 per person.
Families of two adults and two children (under 15 years): $180.

Contact person(s): Wayne Steedman
Address: 20 Cron Street, Franz Josef Glacier
Freephone: 0800 423 262
Email: paddle@glacierkayaks.com
Website: www.glacierkayaks.com

Comments: We are licensed with the Department of Conservation to conduct tours in the Westland National Park and are accredited as members of “SKOANZ”, The Sea Kayak Operators Association of New Zealand, to maintain the best and most up to date standards of service and instruction.

Description: We are the Heli Rafting Specialists, with over 10 years experience on the coast, we can provide the ideal raft trip for you and your family/friends.

Over 16 rivers to choose from, gentle scenic floats to full on adrenalin action. Fishing, hunting, scenic flights.

Imagine, flying in a helicopter up a canyon into the mountains, the river below you, blue sky above. These grade 4 and 5 rapids are for the fit, adventurous type, and will be sure to please. The helicopter-only access will bring a smile to your face if you are looking to get wet on a wilderness escape. With excellent fishing for brown and rainbow trout, you will also be sure to see some monster eels on this trip.

For the not so adventurous type: if you still want the wilderness experience, we offer a heli-rafting package which will take you through exciting, intermediate grade 3 and 4 rapids. So you can enjoy what nature has to offer, without the worry.

We wont be beaten on price.

Location: [map here] West Coast, South Island
Prices: $250 - $1500

Contact person(s): Joshua MArcotte
Address: Hokitika
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: Free pick up and drop off from your accomodation in Hokitika/Greymouth, just a short drive from the Glaciers. We are very flexible, tell us what you are after and we will organize a trip to suit.

Description: Few rivers rival the mighty Buller for consistent big volume river flows.
The `Earthquake Slip Rapids` is the longest and largest volume whitewater section of the Buller River, with over 11km`s of entertaining whitewater action and stunning gorge scenery.

Our professional guides cater for all thrill levels with fun, adventure and safety the main ingredients. River challenges include a 9m cliff jump, Grade 2 swim rapid and inflatable kayaks. This quality river journey finishes with a delicious riverside BBQ lunch. Allow half day. Grade 2 Family Fun Rafting available.

Location: [map here] Murchison, Behind the Information Centre
Prices: $95 to $120
Season: October to May

Contact person(s): Sandra Henderson
Address: Waller Street, Murchison
Postal Address: Private Bag, Buller Gorge Rd, SH6, Westport
Phone: 03 523 9581
Mobile Phone: 0275 789 728
Freephone: 0800 100 582
Fax: 03 789 8138
Email: whitewateraction@xtra.co.nz
Website: www.whitewateraction.com

Comments: Mutli Trip Discounts available with Jetboating, Horse trekking and Quad Biking at the Buller Adventure base-Lower Buller Gorge Rd near Westport