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Arthurs Pass is full of wonderful things to see and do, with something for everyone. If it's not here, you won't have to travel far to find it. As this country is known as the 'Adventure Capital of the World', you can always find thrills of every kind nearby, from bungy jumping and skydiving to jet boating and white-water rafting. Our 14 national parks are perfect for tramping, where spectacular scenery abounds. Our geothermal hotspots provide natural thermal pools, shooting geysers and bubbling mud pools, while our incredible wildlife is a must-see for animal lovers. There are plenty of picturesque beaches for swimming, surfing or relaxing, mountain ranges for skiing and snowboarding, glassy lakes for fishing and water sports, and native forests for exploring. Try delicious gourmet delights, visit an art or craft studio, go shopping, check out a Maori cultural performance or take advantage of our exciting range of events. And that's just the beginning!

Arthur's Pass connects Canterbury and Westland. The beautiful scenery of the neighbouring Arthur's
Pass National Park has varied vegetation and supports many native birds, including the clowning kea
(mountain parrot). There are many fine walks starting from Arthur's Pass village, including the
Bealey Valley, Bridal Veil Walk, Devil's Punchbowl Falls and Dobson nature walk. Other activities
are camping, climbing, hunting and skiing. The TranzAlpine train journey from Christchurch to
Greymouth stops at Arthur's Pass. The Otira rail tunnel that runs for 8.5km beneath the pass and the
new viaduct (as well as the rock/debris and the Reid Falls chutes that pass over the highway) are
monumental feats of engineering. The hotel and backpackers offers a bar and restaurant.