History. Lakes. Beach 2017/18. Rivers. nature. Pounamu THE LUMINARIES. Walks. The setting for. Visitor Guide. Winner of the 2013 Man Booker Prize

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1 juergenschacke.com The setting for THE LUMINARIES Winner of the 2013 Man Booker Prize Rivers Lakes Art Walks nature Pounamu History Beach Visitor Guide 2017/18

2 Aoraki/MtCook BEACH TOW Hokitika has really embraced its beach - to be honest it is hard to ignore, it practically laps the main street. Our beach: Stroll a short way down Weld Lane to find yourself on our driftwood strewn beach. By day, enjoy views of New Zealand's highest mountain Aoraki / Mt Cook and see the iconic Hokitika driftwood sign. As evening comes, get a picture perfect sunset at Sunset Point and gaze at the stars. Our FOOD: A picnic at the beach, great coffee and cafe fare or fine dining, it's your choice. Menus feature delicious homemade foods and West Coast Whitebait, a local favourite. Follow that up with a drink while soaking in the view - cool. Our SHOPS: It's a walkable town so park the car and stretch the legs out. Unique gifts are easy to find with quality arts and crafts and handmade items on offer. And since we are a full service town, you can find all those essentials you need for travel too. Our people: Hokitika blends an interesting mix of descendants of those tough old gold miners, the local Maori people, an artisan community and people who moved here because of the wild scenery and relaxed atmosphere. Come enjoy the slower pace of life, have a chat and enjoy the view with us. juergenschacke.com AORAKI/MT COOK Sunsets Sand Walk DRIFTWOOD gifts Coffee Watch the Video

3 WN Kate Veale Driftwood& Sand juergenschacke.com This summer event is a celebration of art on the Hokitika beach. Held annually in late January, participants are invited to use any materials they find on the beach. Budding artists work side by side with professionals to build amazing sculptures that are then left for the tides to reclaim them. Aoraki/MtCook juergenschacke.com juergenschacke.com Celine Stokowski

4 Arts, culture In Hokitika, there are probably more galleries and studios per capita than anywhere in NZ. Our ARTISTS: You can wander round town and watch the artists at work. Talk to pounamu and bone carvers, photographers, painters, glass blowers, sculptors, wood turners, potters, jewellers, craftspeople and metal, stone and textile artists. PUBLIC ART: There are many artistic surprises throughout town - see how many you can find. Take-a-Seat installations are a good place to stop and rest your feet while soaking in the view. In summer, visit the beach to see the inspired Driftwood & Sand beach sculptures. To say Hokitika has had a colourful past is a bit of an understatement. At the height of the gold rushes in the 1860s it boasted 102 hotels. LIVING HISTORY: These days you can do a self-guided heritage walk, view old images with a mobile app or visit the museum and an industrial heritage park. Many of the local bush walks also feature historical information and relics. GOLD PANNING: There is still gold in them-there hills. Pick up a gold pan and head to one of the public fossicking areas at Goldsborough and Ross to try your luck. THE LUMINARIES: Eleanor Catton's 2013 Man Booker Prize winning novel The Luminaries is set in Hokitika circa Refer to our maps for locations mentioned in the book. Aviation first: It is a little known fact that Hokitika s airport was the home of New Zealand s first licensed air service, Air Travel (NZ) Ltd which operated from 1934 until A replica of a Fox Moth biplane (ZD-ADI) can be found at the airport. Image courtesy of the Gold Room juergenschacke.com juergenschacke.com

5 e & heritage juergenschacke.com Kate Veale Image courtesy of the Gold Room home ofpounamu For a small town, Hokitika struck it big in the resources stakes. Before the gold rushes, Maori were heading here for another precious stone - pounamu. Just north of town is the Arahura River, home of pounamu (also known as greenstone or New Zealand jade). Its strength, durability and beauty meant it was used for weapons, tools and personal ornaments - and denoted great status. As the birthplace of pounamu, Hokitika is a vital stop to learn about the stone and watch it being carved. There are many talented carvers offering stunning jewellery and art pieces that will make for a treasured gift back home. Matty Saunders Photography

6 NATURE & O Hokitika is the perfect base for your wider West Coast holiday. The Glaciers and Punakaiki are an easy day trip and closer by a huge outdoor playground includes two serene lakes and numerous walks. Most activities are free. Here are some tips for a great outdoor experience: Lake Mahinapua: Just 10 mins south of town, it is surrounded by native bush, has numerous family-friendly walks and cycleways, sailing and is a great place to swim. The water is surprisingly warm. Lake Kaniere: Go for action or just kick back and relax here. Surrounded by the mountains and bush and only 20 mins inland from town, it is popular for picnicking, water skiing, kayaking, fishing, walking, cycling and mountain biking. CYCLING/BIKING: The easy West Coast Wilderness Trail and more challenging Blur Spur single tracks near town mean Hokitika is a great place to bring your bike. Turn the page for more details. KAYAKING: Hokitika is close to some of the world's best white water kayaking with continuous technical rapids careering through narrow canyons and lush rain forest. For those who want to take it a little easier there are lakes, creeks and the lower rivers to explore. Walks and TrampinG: From a short five-minute walk through rainforest to Dorothy Falls to multi-day tramps there is a walk to suit any ability. See our Out & About map for a full listing of local walks. Fishing: Spin or fly fish for sea-run and river trout all year round and salmon can be hooked in season. Surf casting for Kahawai at the Hokitika River or whitebaiting is also a real thrill. juergenschacke.com boats Picnics Walks swimming kotuku fishing

7 OUTDOORS juergenschacke.com Dave Kwant juergenschacke.com Gorge blue Sometimes you see photos of a tourist spot and think yeah right, it can t look as good as that in real life. Hokitika Gorge is one of those places. The vivid turquoise water surrounded by lush native bush looks too good to be true but trust us, it is well worth a visit. A 40 minute (35km) drive from town. Adrienne Sidal Watch the Video juergenschacke.com

8 Cycling west coast Wilderness trail This easy Grade 2 cycle trail is part of the New Zealand Cycle Trail network of Great Rides. It is centred around Hokitika and offers a dramatic ride through dense rainforest, past glacial rivers, lakes, beach and wetlands. HALF DAY TRIPS: Great for families and those wanting a taste of the wilderness with little time. Kawhaka Creek to Cowboy Paradise - part of the more challenging section but amazing views so well worth the effort. Sunny Bight at Lake Kaniere to Hurunui Jacks - a fun, mostly flat section following an old water race and weaving through beautiful bush. Mananui Tramline (Mahinapua Walkway) to Rimu/Woodstock Road - see old timber-milling relics, Mahinapua Creek wetlands and regenerating bush. FULL DAY TRIPS: Maps and a detailed guide book are available at the Hokitika isite. Greymouth to Kumara - An easy ride along coastline and along an historic bush tramway. Kumara to Cowboy Paradise - The most challenging section through dramatic mountain landscape, passing old goldfields, historic reservoirs, water races and an old coach road. Amazing views. Cowboy Paradise to Hokitika - Relaxed riding (except for one hill!) along a picturesque valley and Lake Kaniere. Follow an historic waterway and cruise through native forest. Hokitika to Ross - Easy riding with historic railway bridges, wetlands and views of the Southern Alps. Four DAY ADVENTURE: Spin your own story as you visit interesting towns and see a wide variety of West Coast landscapes. Four days from Greymouth to Ross (or the other way!). Visit for more details. Shakey Finger Photography

9 Celine Stokowski Peter Bath hy Celine Stokowski Watch the Video juergenschacke.com mountainbike Whether you are with the little ones, a novice or a downhill adventurer the mountain bike trails around Hokitika offer fun rides for everyone. FAMILY-FRIENDLY: There are plenty of achievable rides even for those on balance bikes. The Jum Michel and Mananui Bush trails near Lake Mahinapua are kid favourites or try a Half Day section of the West Coast Wilderness Trail. BLUE SPUR AND NATIONALS TRACK: A bike park with a network of excellent tracks Grade 3 and above, offering great views. Do a quick one hour ride or spend a full day here. Maps for these single tracks are for sale at Hokitika Cycles & Sportsworld. LAKE KANIERE WALKWAY: A Grade 4 trail along the edge of Lake Kaniere. Gives some great views and access to bays and beaches. KANIERE WATER RACE WALKWAY: Easy Grade 1 for the West Coast Wilderness Trail section from Sunny Bight to Wards Road. But it splits off there for some challenging Grade 4+ riding.

10 out &ABOUT Mt Brown Track 8 East to Arthurs Pass, Christchurch Mt Tuhua Track Dorothy Falls Kowhit Inciden 6 Kok ata 5 LAKE KANIERE 73 Lake Kaniere Walkway 9 KOKATA Kahikatea Forest Walk 11 Kaniere Canoe Cove Walk Kaniere Water Race Walkway KANIE DILLMANSTOWN Londonderry Rock ur ive r 1 ka ma Tar a North to Greymouth, Nelson BLUE SPUR Goldsborough Track 2 KUMARA GOLDSBOROUGH 7 Blue Spur Bushwalk Tunnel Terrace Loop Walk 3 KUMARA JUNCTION Riv German Gully & Goffs Tracks 4 STAFFORD 6 AWATUNA Ar ah ur ar ive r Arahura Bridge Heritage Park ARAHURA WALKing Tracks Whether you are looking for a short stroll with the kids or a hard -out tramp, there is something to suit within a few minutes of Hokitika. Easy Access Nature: Hokitika boasts some of the best range of short strolls and rainforest walks in the country. Often you'll come across relics from the gold mining days and you are bound to see abundant bird life along the way. Plenty are suitable for the whole family, even with a buggy or stroller in tow. Tramping & Hunting: There are many multi-day tramps to choose from that offer great views, a good workout and access to the backcountry. Try a heli-hike - chopper into the Toaroha Valley for a soak in the natural hot springs and an overnight stay in a DOC hut. Hunters can search for red deer and chamois. More experienced hikers can head to the Styx or Arahura Rivers where they will find the rare Blue Duck or Whio. Popular walking tracks are shown on the map and over the page. For more information on walks, tramping and backcountry huts, visit the i-site or DOC office.

11 South to Franz Josef Glacier, Fox Glacier, Wanaka, Queenstown 13 Ross Water Race Walkway Hokitika Gorge Swingbridge 24 KOWHITIRANGI Kowhitirangi Incident Memorial Kok 6 ata hi Riv er KOKATAHI 14 River RUATAPU 23 Glow-worm Dell WOODSTOCK Kaniere 12 Bellbird Walk RIMU katea Forest Walk 1 LAKE MAHINAPUA Rimu Lookout & Heritage Walk ROSS Mananui Tramline (Mahinapua Walkway) 20 Michel 21 JumWalk ARTHURSTOWN 22 ac Ma PUR Mananui Bush Walk apu KANIERE River hin Hokitka ree k ere Water Race Walkway 18 hole Golf Links Glow-worm Dell 6 18 HOKITIKA 4-day 132km Grade II cycle trail MTB TRACKS For track descriptions see Volunteers and Westland Mountain Bike Club members have developed a number of tracks on Blue Spur. Most tracks are short and access is on forestry roads. They vary in difficulty to suit all skill levels. HOKITIKA GORGE SCENIC RESERVE 13 HOKITIKA GORGE SWINGBRIDGE easy 30 min return to river's edge 25km east of Hokitika at end of Kowhitirangi and Whitcombe Rds. (Passes Kowhitirangi Incident memorial on route). Wheelchair accessible lookout 5 min from carpark. Magnificent granite gorge with milky blue-green pools, backed by cliffs and fine rimu forest. Take care on south bank track. The drive to the gorge passes fine West Coast dairy farms and a memorial to the victims of the Stanley Graham shootings. LAKE MAHINAPUA SCENIC RESERVE 22 MANANUI BUSH AND BEACH WALK easy 20 min return Carpark 9km south of Hokitika just off SH6. Open to Dogs on a lead. Intriguing walk through rare remnant of sand dune totara forest. Wonderful lonely driftwood-strewn beach. LAKE KANIERE SCENIC RESERVE 10 CANOE COVE RIMU FOREST WALK easy 15 mins one way Carpark opposite Milltown Rd. Best short walk through fine rimu forest. Ends at sheltered swimming and picnic beach.

12 juergenschacke.com WALKing Tracks KUMARA AREA 1 LONDONDERRY ROCK easy 15 mins return 1km east of Kumara off SH73 Walk passes through stone-fi elds of old goldmining tailings and kanuka forest to huge glacierdeposited boulder, too big for the early miners to move or break. GOLDSBOROUGH (SHAMROCK CREEK ECOLOGICAL AREA) Open to Dogs on a lead. 2 GOLDSBOROUGH (SHAMROCK) TRACK MODeRaTe 4 hours one way Starts at Goldsborough camping area. Ends on Callaghans Rd. Walk back along road or return transport required. Both ends of track feature signs of historic goldmining, including fi ne tunnels on Shamrock Creek. The higher portions of the track are one of the best remaining local examples of hill-country rimu and miro forest. 3 GERMAN GULLY PACK TRACK AND GOFFS TRACK MODeRaTe 1.5 hour loop Starts at Goldsborough camping area, crosses creek and climbs via German Gully Track to Scandinavian Hill Rd. Turn north here and return by Goffs Track and part of the Goldsborough Track. Historic goldmining features in regrowth native forest. 4 TUNNEL TERRACE LOOP WALK easy 20 mins one way Signposted on Stafford-Goldsborough roadside. Track enters and exits through old goldmining tailrace tunnels, and passes through regenerating rimu, kamahi and tree fern forest. HOKITIKA TOWN WALKS Open to Dogs on a lead. 18 HOKITIKA BEACH easy Readily accessible from Beach St, via Weld Lane, Sunset Point Rd and several other access roads. Wonderful wild beach, black sand and pebbles (including pounamu-jade), driftwood, mountain views, sunsets, sunrise, and starry nights. Walks, picnicking, fossicking for pebbles and driftwood, sandcastles, swimming (for the experienced only), surfi ng, and surfcasting. 19 SUNSET POINT easy 5 min walk from town centre By foot, along beach, beach track, or Quayside section of Heritage Walk. By road via Sunset Point Rd. Sunsets, sunrises and starry nights. Hokitika rivermouth and beach. Views of NZ s highest mountains: Aoraki/Cook and Horo Kawau/Tasman. Tambo shipwreck. Walks, picnicking, beach fossicking, fi shing, and whitebaiting. 16 THE GLOW-WORM DELL easy 2 min From roadside at northern town entrance, 50 metre track leads to Glow-worm Dell. Free viewing of glow-worm colonies. (Glow-worms can only be seen at night). Lovely fern grotto by day. Flashlight recommended. 17 HOKITIKA HERITAGE WALK easy 30 min 2 hours Request brochure from Visitor i-site From i-site and Hokitika Museum, or any point along walk. Goldrush and river-port town historic heritage sites, buildings and statues. Brochure and information panels bring history to life. (Or try the 11km Heritage Trail around the town perimeter) 15 PROSSERS BUSH WALK easy 10 min return Carpark on Town Belt East. Best example of the kahikatea forest that once covered most of Hokitika township area. Regrowth forest already 20+ metres high. Also delightful native ferns and orchids.

13 LAKE KANIERE SCENIC RESERVE 11 KAHIKATEA FOREST WALK easy 10 mins return Sunny Bight picnic area. Wheelchair accessible. Best short walk through fi ne virgin kahikatea forest. 9 LAKE KANIERE WALKWAY MODeRaTe 4 hours one way Carpark just south of southern end of the lake. Follows western shore of lake. Ends at Sunny Bight at northern end of lake. Open to Mountain Bikes. Lush forest, great lake and mountain views, bays and beaches. 6 DOROTHY FALLS easy 2 mins Carpark beside bridge at Dorothy Falls Rd on eastern side of lake. Short path to pool at base of best local falls. 12 KANIERE WATER RACE WALKWAY easy/moderate 3-4 hours one way with 1 hour option Carpark at The Landing at the northern end of Lake Kaniere. Ends at Kennedy Ck near Kaniere Forks Power Station. A shorter easy section from The Landing to Wards Rd (1 hour one way) is most popular. Open to Mountain Bikes. Follows historic, but still used, Kaniere Forks power station water-race, through virgin and regrowth forest. Freshwater mussels, crayfi sh and the odd trout may be spotted. 5 MT TUHUA TRACK HaRD and steep 7 hours return Signposted on Dorothy Falls Rd just south of Hans Bay. Great local access to open mountain tops. Panoramic views of Southern Alps, Lake Kaniere, coastal plains and Hokitika. Must be fi t. Boots required. 8 MT BROWN TRACK HaRD and steep 4 hours up to Mt Brown hut Signposted on Dorothy Falls Rd South of Dorothy Falls on South bank of Geologist Creek. Best local access to open mountain top Hut. Steep climb leads to Mt Brown Hut offering panoramic views of Southern Alps, Lake Kaniere, coastal plains and Hokitika. Must be fi t. Boots required. More demanding than Mt Tuhua Track. RIMU HILL AND BLUE SPUR Open to Dogs on a lead. 14 RIMU LOOKOUT easy 1 hour loop walk Carpark at the top of Rimu Hill, 4 km over Kaniere Bridge. Panoramic views of the Hokitika valley, and access to displays on the gold mining heritage of the area. 7 BLUE SPUR BUSHWALK MODeRaTe (CaRe ReQUIReD) 1.5 hour loop walk Carpark on Blue Spur Rd. Old Chinese goldmining workings: races, stone walls and shafts in regrowth native forest. Care required due to hidden drops. Stick to the track and supervise children, wear strong footwear. LAKE MAHINAPUA SCENIC RESERVE 23 BELLBIRD WALK easy 10 min loop At southern end of camping area. Pretty sand dune forest and old black sand gold dredge pond. 21 JUM MICHEL TRACK easy 20 mins one way From lake access road. Ends close to camping area. Tree ferns, kamahi and totara forest on old sand dunes. 20 MANANUI TRAMLINE (MAHINAPUA WALKWAY) easy-moderate 2 hours one way + 40 min detour to lakeside 8km south of Hokitika on SH6. Or start 3km from Rimu on Rimu-Ross Rd. Open to Mountain Bikes. Follows old logging tramway route through a cross section of West Coast bush history. Best longer walk through natural terrace rimu forest. Also regenerating native forest and pine, eucalypt and monterey cypress plantings. Wetlands and Mahinapua Creek. Detour to lakeside picnic point along fine rimu-forest ridge worthwhile. ROSS HISTORIC GOLDFIELDS 24 ROSS WATER RACE WALKWAY easy-moderate 1 hour loop Walk starts from Ross Visitor Centre. Open to Dogs on a lead. Follows Mt Greenland Rd up Jones Ck and loops back following water race and through old Ross cemetery. Goldmining area relics to be seen on walk and at visitor centre.

14 EXPERIENCE ERIENCE ACTIVITIES EXPERIENCE ACTIVITIES Hokitika s Regent Theatre Cnr Weld and Tancred Sts, Hokitika. ph: (03) e: manager@hokitikaregent.com Beautiful refurbished Art Deco Theatre and Cafe. See all the latest movies on the Big Screen with latest digital projection technology and surround sound. Check hokitikaregent.com for movie session times, live shows, other events and online bookings. The National Kiwi Centre 64 Tancred St, Hokitika. ph: (03) e: natkiwi@xtra.co.nz Guaranteed viewing of kiwi in their nocturnal house. Come and find New Zealand s living dinosaur, the tuatara. Discover West Coast creatures like whitebait, crayfish and many more. Participate in our giant eel feedings at 10am, 12 noon & 3pm. Kiwi feed after eels at noon. Catch and release a freshwater crayfish in our indoor lake area! Open 7 days, 9am to 5pm. Opposite New World carpark. West Coast Scenic Waterways: Historic Railway Bridge at Mahinapua Creek, 4kms south of Hokitika. ph: (027) Wilderness Raſting New Zealand: Meets at river location. freeph: Wilderness Wings: Hokitika Airport, Hokitika. freeph: Shellie Evans ACTIVITIES and Experiences Find us as Hokitika_NZ on: Hokitika Gorge & Lake Kaniere Scenic Day Take a scenic drive to the Hokitika Gorge Circle around the eastern edge of Lake Kaniere Stop at the pullouts for postcard lake views See Dorothy Falls, right off the road Picnic, swim at Hans Bay Do the Kahikatea Forest Walk at Sunny Bight Twitter Facebook YouTube Pinterest Snapchat Google+ Flickr Instagram TripAdvisor 15 49

15 Hokitika i-site Visitor Centre 36 Weld St, Hokitika. ph: (03) fax: (03) e: Holidays are all about new experiences, relaxation and having fun. Take the advice from the local experts at the i-site and you are guaranteed the best deal, because we ve done NZ from top to toe. Open 7 days. Kate Veale Mountain Jade Weld Street 41 Weld St, Hokitika. 28 ph: (03) e: jennyk@mountainjade.co.nz FREE INTERACTIVE GUIDED TOURS DAILY - Learn about the history, formation & manufacture of jade. Mountain Jade has one of NZ's largest selection of quality & affordable Jade/ Pounamu carvings & sculptures for you to choose from. A "Must Do" West Coast experience. EXPERIENCE ACTIVITIES EXPERIENCE ACTIVITIES

16 ARTISTS CRAFTS ARTISTS CRAFTS ARTISTS CRAFTS The Gold Room Hokitika Craſt Gallery 37 Tancred St, Hokitika. ph/fax: (03) e: NATURAL GOLD NUGGETS. As found, natural West Coast gold nuggets & flakes sourced from present day gold mines. Watch our jeweller working with the as found gold, creating beautiful gold nugget jewellery. Hold a large gold nugget in your hand and experience the amazing weight of gold. Studio & Gallery Open 7 days Tancred St, Hokitika. ph: (03) e: gallery@hokitikacraftgallery.co.nz This special gallery is a co-operative of local crafts people and artists. It is owned and operated by members who make unique designs to the highest standards. The Gallery features New Zealand Jade, Bone, Wood, Pottery, Fibre, Silk, Flax and Art. Open 7 days (Winter ). Come and meet the makers! Mountain Jade Tancred Street 30 Tancred St, Hokitika. ph: (03) e: jennyk@mountainjade.co.nz Come visit our friendly, knowledgeable staff and view the large selection of Jade/Pounamu jewellery and sculptures. Something for everyone at great prices. Open 7 days. Traditional Jade artists and Crafts 2 Tancred St, Hokitika. ph/fax: (03) e: traditionaljade@actrix.co.nz Traditional Jade is a locally owned small family business who are of Ngai Tahu descent. We have top quality affordable Jade/Pounamu carvings and sculptures. Come and visit our friendly knowledgeable team and see one of the biggest raw jade collections in New Zealand. Westland Greenstone Ltd 34 Tancred St, Hokitika. ph/fax: (03) e: westlandgreenstone@xtra.co.nz Established in 1962 and proud to be following the tradition of manufacturing and selling exclusively genuine NZ jade. Watch our craftsmen at work in our bright and welcoming showroom. Choose from top quality jewellery, ornaments or polished stone. Our expert friendly staff will help you buy with confidence. Open 7 days. 16

17 Wilderness Gallery Discover highest quality, purely New Zealand made art, giftware and jewellery alongside the local colours of the West Coast captured by renowned wildlife and landscape photographer Juergen Schacke. The fresh and inspiring Gallery is not only a sensory experience but also a fantastic way to take in and take home the spirit of the region. Highlight of Hokitika, Amazing Gallery are only two of many excellent tripadvisor review headlines...we look forward to seeing you! Walk or ride to the boardwalk and back on the Mananui Tramline (SH6 end) Mananui Bush & Beach Walk for Southern Alps views Picnic, swim, walk at Lake Mahinapua Giſt NZ: 23 Tancred St, Hokitika. ph: (03) Gorge Gallery at MZ Design: 1301 Kaniere Kowhitirangi Rd. ph: (03) Heritage Jade: 86 Revell St, Hokitika. ph: (03) Hokitika Glass Studio: 9 Weld St, Hokitika. ph: (03) Lake Mahinapua Fun Day Emergencies call 111 Police, Fire or Ambulance Hokitika Police 50 Sewell St, Hokitika. For nonemergency calls ph: (03) Take a scenic boat cruise on Mahinapua Creek Stop at the Rimu Lookout & Heritage Walk Do the treetop walk and overlook the Lake 29 Tancred St Hokitika Grey Base Hospital High St, Greymouth. ph: (03) Westland Medical Centre 54 Sewell St, Hokitika. For nonemergency calls ph: (03) ARTISTS CRAFTS ARTISTS CRAFTS ARTISTS CRAFTS juergenschacke.com

18 FOOD COFFEE FOOD COFFEE FOOD COFFEE FOOD COFFE ClockTower Café Fat Pipi Pizza food and Coffee Stumpers Bar & Cafe Cnr Weld & Sewell Sts, Hokitika. ph: (03) Awarded Runner-up Cafe of the Year 2012/13 for the West Coast Region by Café Magazine, Highly Commended in the 2014 NZ Pie Awards. Open 7 days from 6:30am situated opposite our historic Town Clock. Enjoy our extensive Breakfast and Brunch menu, including a Gluten Free menu and homemade fare. Whitebait available all year round. Awesome coffee, reasonable prices and great service. No Surcharge Public Holidays. 89 Revell St, Hokitika. ph: (03) You haven t experienced Hokitika until you ve tried the original whitebait pizza at Fat Pipi Pizzas. In the heart of the township, enjoy gourmet treats that extend beyond pizza and discover why this unique West Coast eating house has featured in the Lonely Planet travel guide for the past four years. Ocean View Restaurant and Bar Revell St, Hokitika. ph: (03) freeph: The newly refurbished Oceanview Restaurant and Bar with its sleek design and comfort is elevated above the beach, allowing you to enjoy a top quality dining whilst watching waves break on the shore. Open daily for breakfast from 7am and for dinner from 5pm. Located at the Beachfront Hotel. Cnr Weld and Revell Sts, Hokitika. ph: (03) e: enquiries@stumpers.so.nz Right in the heart of Hokitika. Homemade food options, large portions, good value. Open 7am til late 7 days. Enjoy a light snack to a full delicious meal there is something for the whole family. Choose sun-drenched outdoor seating, grab a couch fireside or play pool in the bar. Sample menu on our website. Range of hotel accommodation on site. Porky's Takeaways: 51 Weld Street, Hokitika. freeph: Stella Café Delicatessen & Cheesery: 84 Revell St, Hokitika. ph: (03) Find out more about Hokitika at Whitebait fact?

19 retail Services The Possum People Hokitika Cycles & Sportsworld 33 Tancred St, Hokitika. ph: (03) e: BIKE HIRE & REPAIR. A fully certified and extensively equipped cycle and sports store. Experienced staff can help no matter what your pursuit. Top quality bikes for hire to ride the West Coast Wilderness Trail, NZ souvenir clothing and biking information. Fishing, whitebaiting, camping, hunting, tramping, water sports and more Last cycle and sports shop going south for 500kms! New World Supermarket 116 Revell St, Hokitika. ph: (03) fax: (03) Weld St, Hokitika. ph/fax: (03) e: sales@possum-nz.com A Sales/Workroom. Extensive range of NZ Possum Fur products including exclusive fur garments: boots, hats, collars, bed throws and our own line of Possum, Merino, Cashmere luxury knitwear & accessories: clothing, gloves & socks. Lightweight and warm, easily laundered, great prices. 40 years in the trade. Open 7 days. Freshest fruit, vegetables & daily baked bread, best quality meat, seafood & delicatessen. Impressive wine & beer selection. Massive range of grocery lines. Lotto Agent. Open 8am to 9pm Daily. RETAIL SERVICES RETAIL SERVICES RETAIL SERVICES 25 1

20 RETAIL SERVICES RETAIL SERVICES RETAIL SERVICES Roughan Chiropractic Take Note Bookshop Westland Pharmacy Woolshed Gallery 79 Hampden Street, Hokitika. ph: (03) Our team has been committed to delivering professional, advanced chiropractic health and wellness care to the community for over 35 years. A Registered Chiropractor is on site to address your injuries - ACC, sport, recreational, home or workplace. Clinical nutrition consults available. No referral required. Open Mon - Fri with early Tues and late night Wed. 1 Weld St, Hokitika. ph: (03) fax: (03) e: takenote.hokitika@xtra.co.nz Booksellers, Stationers & Rare West Coast Books. Top selling West Coast, NZ & international books, magazines & papers. Book-finding & mail order for new & rare books. Guidebooks, maps, postcards, stamps & travel games. Open 7 days. Cnr Tancred & Weld Sts, Hokitika. 7 ph: (03) fax: (03) e: wpl@xtra.co.nz Westland Pharmacy offers a comprehensive range of essentials including: medicines, vitamin supplements, cosmetics and giftware. We offer professional beauty therapy services. Open Mon-Fri 8:30am-5:15pm, Sat 9:30am-12:30pm, Sun and public holidays 10am-12noon Weld St, Hokitika. ph: (03) e: woolshednz@xtra.co.nz We stock a wide range of New Zealand made possum merino and merino garments. Other products include natural coloured sheepskins, sheepskin slippers and footwear and skin care products. We ship worldwide. Friendly and helpful staff and competitive prices. Hokitika i-site Visitor Centre: 36 Weld Street. ph: (03) Hokitika Museum Services/Research Centre: 47 Revell St. ph: (03) Hokitika Optometrist: 16 Park Street. ph: (03) Photo Corner & NZ Post Shop: Cnr Weld and Tancred Sts. ph: (03) Wilderness Trail Shuttle: 216 Revell Street, Hokitika. ph: (03) A Relaxing Day in Hokitika Wander town and browse the shops Try some West Coast Whitebait Search for pounamu on the beach Do the Hokitika Heritage Walk Watch the sunset at Sunset Point Picnic at the beach juergenschacke.com Visit the Glow-worm Dell at dark

21 places to Stay 252 Beachside Motels & Holiday Park Bella Vista Motel 252 Revell St, Hokitika. ph: (03) freeph: e: Motel studios sleep 2 or 3, family units sleep up to 6, cottages sleep up to 4, 3 cabins and 11 power sites adjacent to the beach and a 3 minute walk to the glow worm dell. Free Wifi - swimming pool (seasonal) pet friendly. Ample parking and bike storage. No tent sites. Beachfront Hotel Hokitika Revell St, Hokitika. ph: (03) freeph: e: reservations@beachfronthotel.co.nz By the beach & in town offering range of accommodation - newly refurbished Driftwood Superior Rooms; modern, luxury Oceanview rooms; 2&3 bedroom suites; The Penthouse. Renovated Oceanview Restaurant offers elevated dining experience over the Tasman Sea. Central to jade, wood & glass art galleries. Free WIFI & Parking, Laundry Service, Bike Storage, Free Netflix (Penthouse) Fitzherbert St, Hokitika. ph: (03) freeph: e: bvhokitika@orcon.net.nz Modern 16 unit complex studios and 1 Bedroom units. Spa bath options. Free unlimited Wifi, 50+ channel Sky TV. Secure bike storage. 200 metre walk to town centre, restaurants and beach. Free airport transfers. Hosts: Dale & Claire Truscott Fitzherbert Court Motel Fitzherbert St, Hokitika. ph:(03) freeph: fax: (03) e: fitzherbert.court@xtra.co.nz Relax in spacious comfort in 12 superior studio, 1 & 2 bedrooms motels, with spa bath options. Full kitchens and FREE WIFI, our modern complex is minutes from the beach, restaurants, shopping centre & airport. Your Hosts: Dave and Kandy Palmer Heritage Highway Motel 12 Fitzherbert St, Hokitika. ph: (03) freeph: fax: (03) e: admin@heritagemotel.co.nz Quality 4 star motel accommodation. 14 spacious studio, spa, 1 & 2 bedroom units. FREE wifi and 42 TVs with 52 Channel Guest Select Sky. Closest motel to town centre, only 100 metres to bars and restaurants. Courtesy vehicle to and from airport. Your hosts Vicki and Allen. ACCOMMODATION ACCOMMODATION ACCOMMODAT 34

22 ACCOMMODATION ACCOMMODATION ACCOMMODATI Jade Court Motor Lodge 85 Fitzherbert St, Hokitika. ph: (03) freeph: e: Attractive gardens surrounding all 18 studios and family units. Full kitchens. Free wireless internet. Spa bath options. 300 metres walk to beach and town centre. SKY TV 50+ channels. Seaview Lodge & Kotuku Hostel Seaview Hill Rd, Hokitika. ph/fax:(03) e: Seaview Lodge, to sit back, relax and enjoy the spectacular views of the Southern Alps, the sunset and the Tasman Sea. We can accommodate up to 20 guests. Seaview also has spacious areas for tents, powered and unpowered campervans. Shining Star Beachfront Accommodation 16 Richards Dr, Hokitika. ph: (03) freeph: e: Supreme quality accommodation set in 4 acres of native gardens by the beach & overlooking the Tasman Sea. Panoramic views with direct beach access. Motels, cabins and holiday park facilities. Opposite the glowworm dell with small farm yard, spa pool, sauna, BBQ, playground. Highly recommended by Lonely Planet. FREE WIFI. Stations Inn Accommodation Restaurant & Bar Blue Spur Rd, Hokitika. ph: (03) e: info@stationsinnhokitika.co.nz Affordable Luxury 3km from Hokitika. Majestic views of Southern Alps, Tasman sea & countryside. Central to world famous scenery walks, bike tracks & local history. Waterwheel Restaurant - freshly prepared cuisine. NZ Beef & Lamb Award HANZ National Award Lamb & Beef Finalist/Winner Stumpers Bar & Cafe, Accommodation Cnr Weld & Revell Sts, Hokitika. ph: (03) e: enquiries@stumpers.co.nz Celine Stokowski In the heart of Hokitika, offering great value and all you need under one roof. Clean, affordable accommodation ranges from Standard Rooms for the budget conscious, Ensuite Rooms for the family and spacious Premium rooms with kitchenettes for a little luxury. Cafe and Bar with streetside, inside or fireside dining - open 7am to late 7 days. A Day on the Gold Trail Visit the massive Londonderry Rock near Kumara Pan for gold at the public fossicking area at Goldsborough Do the Tunnel Terrace Loop Walk Stop at the Arahura Bridge Heritage Park Do the Blue Spur Bushwalk Shop for gold jewellery in Hokitika 39 32

23 Annabelle Motel: 214 Weld Street, Hokitika. ph: (03) Hokitika Holiday Park: Corner of Keogans Rd & Providence Dr. ph: (03) Mountain Jade Backpackers: 41 Weld Street, Hokitika. freeph: Paramata Lodge: Bold Head Road, Ross. ph: (03) Rimu Lodge: 33 Seddons Terrace Rd, Rimu. ph: (03) Teichelmann s B&B Inn: 20 Hamilton St, Hokitika. ph: (03) Woodland Glen Lodge / B&B: 96 Hau Hau Rd, Hokitika. ph: (03) annual Events Hokitika has a fun annual event calendar celebrating everything that makes the area special. Come along and join us! Visit our website for dates and more information. Jan Kumara Race Day - horse racing Sand Dunes Classic - golf tournament Driftwood & Sand Beach Sculpture Festival Woodstock Rally - motorcycle rally Westland Agriculture & Pastoral Show Feb Coast to Coast - multi-sport race St Andrew's Garden Ramble March Lake Kaniere Scenic Triathlon Wildfoods Festival May Tranz Alpine Scooter Safari (every other year) June Mid-Winter Christmas Tree decorating Lantern Parade AUGUST Hokitika Junk2Funk Sept Start of West Coast whitebaiting season Oct Start of Open Season for trout, perch and salmon (see local regulations) Nov End of West Coast whitebaiting season Love Hokitika Retailers' Market Dec Christmas Parade Wildfoods Adele Dow ACCOMMODATION ACCOMMODATION ACCOMMODAT Adele Dow

24 Tambo Shipwreck Replica unset Point Hokitika Heritage Walk HOKITIKA BEACH Health 4 Health Centre Centre Driſtwood Driſtwood Sign Sign 5 Me Cen 8 Pioneer Statue Pioneer Statue Po Police Westland D 18 Town Clock Counc Westland TASMA Distric Council Town Clock 23Carnegie Building TASMAN Swimming Pool Carnegie Building Library Swimming 24hr Pool Seddon Library Memorial Monument 24hr Custom House 31 Seddon Boat Countess Life Boat Ramp Memorial Monument Custom House BEACH ST Quayside Heritage Area Sunset Point Mahinapua Creek REVELL ST Quayside Heritage Area Boat Ramp Hokitika Heritage Walk HOKITIKA BEACH BEACH ST REVELL ST Countess Life Boat 0 TASMAN SEA TASMAN SEA Hokitika Beach Walk HOKITIKA RIVER see enlargement Quayside Heritage Area Wadeson Island St Andr All Saints Town Clock Rest A Home Cass Square 6 Playground To Ross, Glaciers & South Westland To Golf Links (Golf Links Road), Lake Mahinapua, Arthurstown, Wood Historic Airport GIBSON QUAY Hokitika Beach Walk CAMP ST Hokitika Beach Walk GIBSON QUAY Quayside Heritage Area HOKITIKA RIVER Hokitika Beach Walk CAMP ST WHARF ST GIBSON QUAY 0 BEACH ACCESS BEACH ST WHARF ST GIBSON QUAY kitika River Bridge BEACH ACCESS Post Office HAMILTON ST REVELL ST Pioneer Statue BEACH ST Post Office HAMILTON ST 100 m 200 m A number of real places in and around Hokitika featured in the fictional book 'The Luminaries' by Eleanor Catton, winner of the 2013 Man Booker Prize: Kumara Arahura Valley Kaniere Seaview 'The Spit' (Sunset Point) Gibson Quay Revell St Weld St Stafford St Tancred St Camp St Wharf St Tambo Shipwreck Replica m 200 m Hokitika River Bridge REVELL ST WELD ST WELD ST HOKITIKA BEACH Hokitika Heritage Walk REVELL ST TANCRED ST HOKITIKA BEACH Hokitika Heritage Walk PARK ST SEWELL ST FITZ Pioneer Statue 41 All Saints Town Clock Rest Home St Andrews Cass 42 Square Playground REVELL ST 1 TANCRED ST GIBSON QUAY HALL ST Wadeson Island PARK ST SEWELL ST GIBSON QUAY HALL ST BEALEY ST REVELL ST BEALEY ST REVELL ST HAMPDEN WELD ST Playg St STAFFOR SEWELL S SPENC FITZHERBERT HAMPDEN ST WELD ST Playgroun SEWELL ST St Mar STAFFORD ST 39 W W West C Wilderness SALE ST

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26 AREA MAP Listings full day return trip half day return trip ARAHUR walking distance HOKITIKA Blue Sp HOKITIKA GOLF LINK from HOKITIKA to hrs kms Ross...0: Kumara...0: Karamea...3: Westport...2: Reefton...1: Punakaiki...1: Greymouth...0: Lake Brunner...1: Hari Hari...1: Franz Josef...1: Fox Glacier...2: Haast...3: Christchurch...3: Nelson...4: Picton...5: Kaikoura...5: Wanaka...5: Queenstown...6: Jum Michel & Bellbird Walks RUATAPU Mahinapua MANANUI Mananui Bush Walk Creek 49 ARTHURSTOWN WOODSTOCK RIMU Mananui Tramline (Mahinapua Lake Walkway) Mahinapua West Coast Wilderness Trail i ar itik k Ho KOWHITIRANGI ROSS 6 Kowhitirangi Inciden Memorial r ive R ara Tot 50 Ross Historic Goldfields Ross Water Race Walkway 51 to GLACIERS & SOUTH WESTLAND Hokitika Gorge Swing

27 KUMARA JUNCTION ARAHURA ac u aka am Tar River ite 6 AWATUNA 73 Ka p CHESTERFIELD to GREYMOUTH ree k KUMARA Londonderry West Coast Rock Wilderness Trail DILLMANSTOWN German Gully & Goffs Tracks CALLAGHANS STAFFORD Goldsborough Track Tunnel Loop Walk GOLDSBOROUGH Arahura Bridge 45 Heritage Park Blue Spur Bushwalk Ara hur ar ive BLUE SPUR r West Coast Wilderness Trail KANIERE West Coast Wilderness Trail Rimu Lookout & Heritage 47 Walk RSTOWN ODSTOCK RIMU napua Kaniere Water Race Walkway Canoe Cove Walk Kahikatea Forest Walk iv ar ik kit MILLTOWN er Lake Kaniere Walkway KOKATAHI Ho Mt Tuhua Track Lake Kaniere Dorothy Falls 48 Ko KOWHITIRANGI Mt Brown Track ka ta hi Ri ve r Styx River hitirangi Incident Koka tahi N S ika Gorge Swingbridge 0 5 km SOUTHE E Toaroha River W River S 46 RN ALP IKA to OTIRA, ARTHUR S PASS & CHRISTCHURCH 10 km

28 images juergenschacke.com When you think of the West Coast you think wild beauty, genuine experiences and friendly characters that will share a story. Hokitika is all that and more. We offer the best small town holiday on the West Coast think of those funfilled, relaxed holidays you used to have, then throw in better coffee, a wild beach, awesome sunsets, mountain views and great cafes and galleries. Hokitika is also the perfect base for your West Coast holiday. The Glaciers and Punakaiki are just a day trip away and on our doorstep are wild rivers, two serene lakes and a range of the best tramps and easy access rainforest walks around. Hokitika cool little town. FOR MORE INFORMATION Hokitika i-site Visitor Centre ph: (03) fax: (03) e: enquiries@hokitikainfo.co.nz produced by or visit