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If you come to Hokitika looking for fun, excitement or a dose of adrenalin, you certainly won't leave disappointed. There's bound to be aquatic, family or thrilling activities either here or not too far away, from marine mammal encounters and eco-tourism adventures to cruises and jet-boat rides. New Zealand is the 'Adventure Capital of the World', so adrenalin-pumping action is found all over the country. Jet boating and white-water rafting are exhilarating ways to check out the country's crystal-clear rivers and magic scenery. If you would rather stay dry then there's a myriad of land and air-based activities on offer too. The brave can try bungy jumping, the slightly less courageous can enjoy a tandem hang-glide or parapent, or for the ultimate thrill there is the free-fall skydive. Plus, abseiling or exploring the captivating cave systems that riddle both the North and South Islands should definitely be on your to-do list.

Founded on greenstone and gold, Hokitika is supported by forestry, tourism, farming, sphagnum moss
and gold-mining industries. Built beside a wild, changing beach, the town offers excellent varieties
of craft and greenstone jewellery shopping seven days a week. Hokitika is the only known place in
the world where the Ruby Rock (Goodletite) is found. The museum has a large collection of
gold-mining equipment, photographs and scale models. Activities include wild foods, freshwater
fishing, whitebaiting, bush and beach walks, kayaking, visits to Lakes Kaniere & Mahinapua, the
magnificent Hokitika Gorge, paddleboat cruises, The National Kiwi Centre, garden visits, an
above-ground glow-worm dell and scenic flights. Hokitika is the last town with banking and pharmacy
facilities until Wanaka. Visit the i-SITE for more information.