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West Coast Scenic Waterways
Best Hokitika Attractions - Cruise, Kayak or Stay
Enjoy freedom kayaking or a cruise aboard the Eco Adventurer. Capture the picturesque beauty of the Mahinapua waterways along the original route used by pioneers, gold diggers and early explorers travelling between Hokitika and the rich goldfields of Ross. Experience majestic views of Mt Cook and the Southern Alps and outstanding West Coast wetlands flora, fauna and native rainforests.
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Eco Adventure Boat Cruise
Come and see the beauty of the West Coasts Lake Mahinapua, just south of Hokitika as your cruise aboard the Eco Adventurer. Enjoy the birdsong tranquility as you take in the scenery; the mirror finished lake amid ancient Rimu and Kamahi trees with the snow-capped mountains in the distance.
- Eco Adventurer Cruise - NZ$5.00 - NZ$40.00. Come and see the beauty of the West Coasts Lake Mahinapua as you cruise aboard the Eco Adventurer. Cruises aboard the Eco Adventurer are suitable for all ages. This is a 90 minute cruise up the Mahinapua Creek and across the lake to Shanghai Bay, then returning on the same course.
- First or Last Light Cruise - NZ$50.00 - NZ$90.00. Skipper Gavin Hopper has teamed up with renowned New Zealand wildlife and landscape photographer Juergen Schacke to create this very special extended trip for those wanting something extra. Join us on the Eco Adventurer moving from the most amazing spot to the even better. Enjoy a tranquil atmosphere on this more personalized cruise.
Freedom Kayak Hire
Hire a kayak for a self guided adventure. We have single person ride-on kayaks as well as tandem two person kayaks available. Hiring options range from half to full day.
- Kayak Adventure - Full day hire - NZ$70.00 - NZ$90.00. 8 Hour Kayak hire for a self-guided trip on the Mahinapua waterways. Children under 18 must be accompanied by a confident adult. Children under 13 must share a tandum (two person) kayak with an adult.
- Kayak Adventure - Half Day Hire - NZ$50.00 - NZ$70.00. Four hour Kayak hire for a self-guided trip on the Mahinapua waterways.
Bed & Breakfast Accommodation
Enjoy the fresh air and mountain views while you stay with us at the Kotuku Cottage. We offer bed & breakfast accommodation at the Kotuku Cottage on our property. This is a single room luxury cottage with its own bathroom and kitchen facilities.
If staying with us you will receive 50% off kayak hire and the standard boat cruise.
NIGHTLY RATE: NZ$125 per night for 2 guests. The cottage also has an additional single bed. Add NZ$30 if you want an additional person.
Campervan Parking
Any campervan with self-containment certificate is welcome to park overnight on our picturesque grounds alongside the Mahinapua Creek for free if you have booked any of our available activities.
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713 Ruatapu Road
Ruatapu 7883
Phone: +64 3 429 2322
Mobile: +64 274 301 777
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