Experience the wild beauty of New Zealand’s West Coast —
from rugged beaches and lush rainforests to majestic glaciers and alpine passes.
This scenic self-drive journey is perfect for explorers who love coastal roads, mountains, and hidden gems.
✔️ Abel Tasman coastal walks
✔️ Punakaiki Pancake Rocks
✔️ Franz Josef Glacier
✔️ Milford Sound Cruise
✔️ TranzAlpine landscapes
Visit Abel Tasman National Park for kayaking or coastal walks.
🏨 Overnight: Nelson.
Scenic drive via Buller Gorge.
Visit Cape Foulwind Seal Colony.
🏨 Overnight: Westport.
Explore Punakaiki Pancake Rocks & Blowholes.
Visit Monteith’s Brewery.
🏨 Overnight: Greymouth.
See Hokitika Gorge and Driftwood Beach.
Evening soak at Franz Josef Hot Pools.
🏨 Overnight: Franz Josef.
Heli-hike, guided glacier walk, or eco-tour.
Visit Lake Matheson for reflections of Mt Cook.
🏨 Overnight: Franz Josef.
Scenic drive through Haast Pass, Blue Pools, and Thunder Creek Falls.
🏨 Overnight: Wanaka.
Stops: Cardrona Hotel, Arrowtown.
Adventure or wine tasting in Gibbston Valley.
🏨 Overnight: Queenstown.
Cruise through Milford Sound, see dolphins & waterfalls.
Optional kayaking or flight return.
🏨 Overnight: Queenstown.
Adventure: Bungy, skydiving, jet boat.
Scenic: Glenorchy or Lake Hayes.
🏨 Overnight: Queenstown.
Visit Hooker Valley Track, Lake Tekapo, and Church of the Good Shepherd.
Tour ends in Christchurch.
