Westland i-SITE Visitor Centre

The friendly staff at Westland i-SITE Visitor Centre are happy to share their local knowledge and expert advice. For those who want to arrange themselves there is information, or for those who want more help, staff are happy to help with bookings. Reservations can be made for coach services, travel passes, rail, ferry, attractions and accommodation throughout New Zealand. Don't worry if you're there over a weekend, the centre is conveniently open 7 days a week.

Hokitika or "Hoki" is where one can see New Zealand's Greenstone carvings and 'Tikis' and 'Taniwha' images being worked from this semi precious stone. This is a major centre for these carvings and artefacts and has become a main attraction.

Slightly smaller than Greymouth, Hokitika gives access to beautiful rainforests with rivers and lakes and is a quieter stop along the West Coast for travellers looking for something a little more historical and interesting.

Every March, Hokitika hosts a major event for the West Coast, The Wildfoods Festival. This festival is becoming increasingly popular and attracts up to 20,000 people and is held in the town's 'Cass Square'.