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Welcome to Okarito, a hidden gem nestled on the West Coast of New Zealand. From thrilling outdoor adventures to mesmerizing wildlife encounters, this untouched paradise offers a myriad of exciting activities. Whether you're up for kayaking through the serene Okarito Lagoon, exploring the untouched rainforests on a guided hike, or witnessing the stunning sights of native birdlife, this page will provide you with a plethora of options for unforgettable experiences. Discover Okarito's endless fun and embark on the adventure of a lifetime.

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Waiho Hot Tub 18km away

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Skydive Franz & Fox - 13,000 ft 18km away

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Skydive Franz & Fox - 16,500 ft 18km away

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Off-Road Adventure Tour - Franz Josef 18km away

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Franz Josef - 3 Hour Kayak Classic

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Awesome!!
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Awesome!!

Absolutely loved this!! We took our 3 teenagers and they too loved it. Would do it again in a heartbeat!

Franz Josef Glacier Hot Pools - Main Pool Entry

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Good!
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Good!

Good

Franz Josef - 3 Hour Kayak Classic

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good
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good

it was awesome!

Off-Road Adventure Tour - Franz Josef

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Fantastic experience
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Fantastic experience

Must try. Way different from other quad bike adventures across the country.

Skydive Franz & Fox - 13,000 ft

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Exhilaratingly mesmerizing
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Exhilaratingly mesmerizing

Exhilarating jump,mesmerizing freefall and spectator views. The crew is awesome from ground staff to the pilot and Peter the Tandem Master is super cool. Thank you Inflte for an incredible experience. See you next time on 20000F.

Off-Road Adventure Tour - Franz Josef

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Time for Fun on the Quad Bike !
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Time for Fun on the Quad Bike !

A sunny October day for quad biking. A party of 9, Dora and her 8 followers all with differing experience on quads. No prior experience required, jus t the minimum starting confidence, as Dora puts you through some learning first and as your confidence grows, so does the experience ramp up. An easy start, then tracks through the forest and down onto the river bed with some river fording thrown in. Full wet gear provided enables you to finish clean and dry. A much enjoyable fun time out. We would definitely do it again. Cheers Dora.

Skydive Franz & Fox - 16,500 ft

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Fantastic!
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Fantastic!

Well organised, life changing incredible experience. You've not lived until you've fallen from a plane at terminal velocity.

Glacier Explorer - 25mins 1 Glacier Scenic Flight

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Amazing !
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Amazing !

As a couple, we wouldn't normally spend so much on an 'experience', but felt this was pretty unique. It certainly didn't disappoint ! Our hosts, Poppy and Ross were so friendly and professional, I didn't have any nerves about the flight. It really is the best way to see the glacier and amazing landscape up close. Highly recommend to all.

Franz Josef - West Coast Wildlife Centre VIP Guided Backstage Pass Tour

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Mr
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Really informative and inspiring

Franz Josef - 2 Hour Horse Trek

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Great activity with stunning views
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Great activity with stunning views

Great activity for both beginners and experienced riders. If you know what to do you can canter while beginners are safe behind with an instructor. Amazing feeling to be back at the saddle. Stunning views and opportunity for perfect photos with a glacier at the background. Can highly recommend it ;)

Franz Josef Glacier - HELI HIKE

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Great experience!
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Great experience!

Awesome trip with guide Phil! I did expect a bit more from the helicopter ride (maybe a small circle above the glaciers instead of only dropping us off on the foot of the glacier?). Anyhow, great trip and I highly recommend it.

Franz Josef Glacier - HELI HIKE

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Amazing experience!
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Amazing experience!

Our guide Michael and his team were absolutely fantastic. They were extremely knowledgeable and took care of us throughout the sometimes very tough terrain. It was a once in a lifetime experience which I would highly recommended to anyone.

Franz Josef Glacier - HELI HIKE

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Epic
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Epic

Highly recommend. The guides are incredibly, very knowledgeable and keep you entertained. Spectacular views. Awesome Heli Ride.

Franz Josef Glacier - HELI HIKE

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Awesome awesome awesome!!!
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Awesome awesome awesome!!!

Did 16,500ft jump and absolutely worth to go for it! Stunning views with Franz Josef Glacier, Fox glacier and mt cook! Tandem Henry, he is cool and nice because I was too nervous before the jump and he was patient to make me feel comfortable. Don’t hesitate, just jump!

Franz Josef Glacier Hot Pools - Private Hot Pool Entry

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Relaxing
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Relaxing

Amazing, just wish we could have had more time in the private pool, 45mins flies by. However the main pools were fantastic too. Highly recommend

Franz Josef Glacier Hot Pools - Private Hot Pool Entry

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So Relaxing!
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So Relaxing!

The private hot pool was amazing! Beautiful private changing facilities and the most epic outlook from the pool. Definitely want to come back! Bonus points for the lovely staff!

Franz Josef Glacier Hot Pools - Main Pool Entry

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Franz Josef-Glacier Hot Pools
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Franz Josef-Glacier Hot Pools

Definitely lived up to our expectations. Would go back again if we had the chance!

Franz Josef Glacier Hot Pools - Main Pool Entry

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Wet day activity
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Wet day activity

Good activity for a really wet day. Good disability facility in ladies change room but more mats needed between change room and pools. Good pools. Clean. Staff pleasant.

Franz Josef Glacier Hot Pools - Main Pool Entry

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Relaxation Supreme
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Relaxation Supreme

A stunningly beautiful setting to spend an hour or two soaking in the hot pools

Franz Josef Glacier Guides Valley Walk - 3 Hours

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Pretty awesome!
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Pretty awesome!

Loved how our tour guides are very passionate about their jobs! It was very informative and interesting. Got great shots of the glacier.

Franz Josef Glacier Guides Valley Walk - 3 Hours

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Glacier walk
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Glacier walk

Nick was a very knowledgeable and friendly guide. Lots of information was shared with us. It was an enjoyable and informative trip. I Would certainly recommend the guided walk.

Franz Josef Glacier Guides Valley Walk - 3 Hours

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Loved it!!
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Loved it!!

We had the most amazing experience! Our tour guide Jara was amazing; he was very knowledgeable about trees (challenging us to quiz him on any kind we saw!) and rocks (explained all about the formations and even pointed out where fault lines were). He was very into guiding us, which in turn, made us very into the tour! Such a positive experience and hope to return one day and do the heli-hike they run, too! Loved that we got to borrow all of the gear. Must do! Thank you, Jara + Team!!

Franz Josef Glacier Hot Pools - Main Pool Entry

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Don't miss it
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Don't miss it

It is something that you should do in Franz Josef glacier.

Skydive Franz & Fox - 18,000 ft

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Awesome
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Awesome

nice view and professional staffs. **Recommend**

Skydive Franz & Fox - 16,500 ft

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Amazing
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Amazing

We booked for Thursday at the beginning but it was supposed to be cloudy and rainy so they sent us an email the day before to do it this day, to have better conditions, thank you for that. They are really nice, professional, fun and so on. A lot more scenic that up at Able Tasman. Amazing, thank you guys !

Skydive Franz & Fox - 18,000 ft

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Stunning!
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Stunning!

The drive to Franz Josef was magnificent! Once you arrive, you are greeted by professional staff. Then you’re taking to the drop zone where the instructors are even more friendly and professional! Great time, stunning views - a must do adventure!

Skydive Franz & Fox - 18,000 ft

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Once in a lifetime experience
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Once in a lifetime experience

Absolutely AMAZING!!!!

Skydive Franz & Fox - 16,500 ft

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Amazing
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Amazing

Dany was fun during the whole dive. My experience was just amazing…

Skydive Franz & Fox - 18,000 ft

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No one can top this!
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No one can top this!

Awesome one! First ever skydive and they made it so memorable and hard to beat! Did the kea jump! Lucky for the good weather and my coach checked everything to keep us safe! So, just dive in the air and enjoys the magnificent glacier and coastal view! Definitely loved it! Thanks for everything guys!

Franz Josef - 3 Hour Kayak Classic

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Great kayak experience
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Great kayak experience

I did kayaking before back in singapore but it's my first time doing kayaking on freshwater lake with such amazing scenery and of cuz on pretty choppy waves due to the wind. It was not as easy as I initially thought it would be but I'm glad that I shared a kayak with the guide. Although initially I hoped that I would get a single kayak on my own so that I can get nice photos of me kayaking alone but I still got nice back view photos from my guide. We spotted mandarin ducks and were super lucky to witness a 800yo+ tree falling just right next to us. Overall, I do recommend to sign up with a friend if you love kayaking! Good discounted price with bookme! Thank you! Free waterproof bags are provided as well.

Franz Josef - 3 Hour Kayak Classic

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Kayaking
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Kayaking

We had a fabulous day out kayaking. We are new to kayaking and it was not a problem to learn how to do it. There was lovely bird life. Great guide. FYI No view of the glaciers

Off-Road Adventure Tour - Franz Josef

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Doras a gem!
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Doras a gem!

We booked this as an activity more for my husband, however Dora was an amazing guide and teacher for myself as a complete beginner! My confidence on the quad grew quickly over our trip as she constantly encouraged and assured me i was doing well! Also what an experience to quad through some awesome rainforests and down the river bed. We loved it so much and would do it again in a heartbeat! Well worth the money we spent! Thanks Dora!

Off-Road Adventure Tour - Franz Josef

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What an awesome experience
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What an awesome experience

We had a great morning there was three of us aged between 8 and 52 and the three of us had an absolute ball it pushed my boundaries and I totally enjoyed it.

West Coast Wildlife Centre - Tuatara Encounter & Backstage Pass Tour

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Great Tour
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Great Tour

Loved the backstage tour, very interesting and informative guide, with fascinating facts about the kiwi and tuatara. Would recommend the backstage tour as without it, the general entry is quite short and does not really warrant its entry fee

Off-Road Adventure Tour - Franz Josef

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Best quad biking experience Ever!
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Best quad biking experience Ever!

Can not recommend this enough! Sarah was our guide and From the moment we met her she was kind, hilarious and very knowledgeable about not only her role but the environment and had all the area facts, which put the whole group at ease. Everyone is able to go at their own pace, so if you are a speed demon like me then you can hoon through the terrain or if you’re like my friend, who felt like a toddler learning how to walk for the first time, then you aren’t rushed at the back of the pack. This really is for everyone as our group ranged in age from young to like 70ish too! Loved every second of it and so did my friend who overcame her fears, and tears on this journey.

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