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The day we had booked was very wet with low cloud. We turned up and asked if we could reschedule for the following day as the weather forecast was better. The team were lovely and were able to accomodate a swap for us. So glad we did as the next day was a beautiful clear day. A nice easy stroll to get up to the start. There is also a buggy that will take you up if walking is difficult. Very peaceful and the views out over the lake superb. Well worth the trip out and the coffee was good too. A lovely day out was had by all.
Very much enjoyed the tree top walk. Amazing to be looking down on the forest, but still felt small amongst it.
This is a unique experience! Nothing else like this in NZ! We spent an hour or so walking high up in the trees, admiring the views. The metal structure feels very safe. It was also fun to watch others zip-lining! The staff were particularly helpful and friendly.
Beautiful serene walk We went at 9.30am was lovely & quiet
Awesome day, highly recommended
We were o. The Wilderness cycle ride detoured here…the cafe was great good food great coffee friendly people not overpriced Tree top walk was great
Awesome experience! Definitely a bit of a thrill looking down though, the walk way feels very sturdy and such a different view looking down on big trees
Lovely walk with information Boards along the way to explain trees, wildlife etc that you will be viewing at that spot. The walk itself is Easy for little legs. Quite pricey, but nice to do once at least.
Thoroughly enjoyed our experience. Beautiful outlook. Not too hard to achieve. Even climbed the Tower - brave me
I wasn't too sure what to expect. The Canopy walk is very cleverly structured and although I have a fear of heights, I managed it alright. Going to the top of the spiral staircase was scary but worth it when you get to the top.
Very good, except for the wind. Lovely view. Nice to see the bird life. Don't forget to get a meal from the cafe. Really nice meal. Thank you so much
Fantastic experience. The sound, views and fresh air all make for a brilliant start to the day. Loved it. Staff were very welcoming
Great being a tourist in our own country ... we had the Westcoast Treetop Walk all to ourselves first thing this morning. Good to see quite a few people arriving as we were on our way out - a great experience... and as Darryl Kerrigan says "So much serenity".
The tour is just great, what a pity it’s a cloudy day when we were there.
It is really a different experience being up high in the canopy. It is well set up. The cafe was jice! Lots of carparking and wondeful entrance. Great views over the lake and we learnt alot about the different plants. Don't rush it! Its to be done leisurely, taking it all in.
This was an amazing walk, so pleased we got the opportunity to do it! For me, who doesn't like heights it was a challenge, particularly the tower, but so rewarding. We had perfect weather too, blue sky and calm. I'd recommend this to all
Awesome opportunity to see the forest from a unique perspective. As a tree nerd and lover of all things growing I was in heaven. Informative pamphlets and signage. Not for those that are squeamish about heights! Cafe food was delicious and reasonably priced.
Great views even though my friend refused to look down !!
Great visit even while raining and as the rain was clearing. The views of the trees and lake were magical and the mist from the rain made you feel like you were in a different place. Highly recommended
Loved everything about this treetop walk. Stunning views of the snow capped Southern Alps are an extra bonus! Not a fan of heights usually but I felt safe and even enjoyed the walk up the viewing tower! Not too difficult - the walk up the hill at the start is probably the most taxing part!! Would recommend for all ages
Wonderful view of the snow-capped mountain and the lake!
Fabulous views, great engineering creating this structure, a must do if your travelling the West Coast
Unique experience, especially if you don’t like heights, but don’t let that stop you. Incredible views and gives you a real sense of how beautiful our native bush really is!
I hate heights but this was the touristy thing I wanted to do on our West Coast Adventure. Grey day, rain off and on but so beautiful, the lake and the birds. I made it up the Tower of Terror and to the end of the cantilever and back to the bottom in time to see people coming down the zip line without screaming, what is wrong with them? Never have to do it again but fully recommend!
Second time we’ve visited the tree top walk, such a great place to visit while in Hokitika. Great service and food at the little cafe as well. Absolutely love being up in the canopy of the trees.
it was absolutely amazing from the staff in the Cafe to the views from the top of the tower, a must on anyone's bucket list excellent value for money and definitely recommend anyone passing through do this . Would definitely do it again should we come back through the coast 💜💜💜💜
I highly recommend the West Coast treetops walk near Hokitika. It’s a good length of time and the views are very magnificent.
Very cool experience that I am so glad i took the time to do! Went first thing in the morning and it was so peaceful with just the birds and my friends for company. Amazing views that were up there amongst the best we have seen on the west coast.
Fantastic!! Well worth the admission fee. Went first thing and the weather couldn't have been better. Highly recommend.
This was a perfect wee walk for our family. Being so close to the coastline it offered a different aspect to our weekend break which we thoroughly enjoyed. The 'lookout tower' was awesome ,but very much not for the feint hearted!Recommend this to all travellers visiting this part of the west coast
Great experience
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