West Coast Scenic Waterways
West Coast Scenic Waterways
West Coast Scenic Waterways
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12:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Monday
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Sunday
12:00 PM - 9:00 PM
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About
We are an eco-tourism business providing accommodation, wholesome food, eco cruises and freedom kayak hire on one of New Zealand's most highly valued wetlands. We provide bike hire to cycle a spectacular section on the west coast wilderness trail, and hire out our wonderful Hot Tubs. We aim to enrich our clients' appreciation of our natural surroundings, it's unique biodiversity, and provide them a setting to relax, recharge, and restore before returning to their daily pressures of life. We are located 4km south of Hokitika, in the stunning wilderness of the West Coast.
Hokitika, New Zealand
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Travellers' Choice
2023
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Mischale C
Christchurch, New Zealand120 contributions
Aug 2023 • Solo
I can only re-iterate what others have said. This is my 2nd time staying here - the previous was 5 yrs ago. The property continues to be enhanced. Cindy and Gavin remain perfect hosts - cant fault them and really, the reason I returned. That said the accomodation is so good - clean, extra little touches for your comfort and enjoyment. Cindy had no problem supplying a lovely plant based breakfast for me (and all that just prior to a flight out for her overseas trip at 9am). Don't hesitate to stay, you won't be disappointed - Cindy and Gavin wouldn't allow that. Im looking forward to staying again already and hope it will be well before 5 yrs time! Looking forward to refreshments in the converted bus at the bottom of the drive for trail riders and others next visit!
Written 18 September 2023
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Thankyou Mischale ...you're such a gem! It was a delight to have you stay again and be able to catch up. Look forward to that next visit! 🤗
Look after yourself....Gavin and Cindy Hopper.
Written 27 September 2023
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Lena R
Auckland, New Zealand2 contributions
May 2023 • Friends
Clean and spacious room with all the amenities we need. The host and hostess are very welcome and Gavin was very funny and had heaps of information of the waterway. The dinner was excellent. We were given a very good lunch. Much appreciated. I would definitely recommend that hotel especially the boat ride. Make sure you iphone is well charged. The view was breathtaking!
Written 1 May 2023
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Wonderful! 💙 Thankyou SO much for staying with us....SO appreciated!
Look after yourself....Gavin and Cindy.
Written 27 June 2023
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jennifercoleman01@hotmail.com
Melbourne, Australia26 contributions
Mar 2023 • Couples
We stayed two nights at Scenic Waterways as part of our Kiwi Journey’s cycle ride on the West Coast Wilderness Trail. I would recommend this accommodation to anyone regardless of whether they’re taking a cycle tour. Cindy and Gavan were perfect hosts and they provided us with one half of a well appointed and comfortable cabin on their property. We were also provided with a lovely home cooked dinner followed by breakfast all served in their lovely guest dining/living area. The first evening we were there, the weather was perfect for the sunset cruise on the waterways. This was included in our package. Gavin’s knowledge of the area was outstanding. We all loved our two night stay here.
Written 15 April 2023
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YOU are such a gem Commutergirl01 ;):)
So appreciate you taking the time to leave us a review and so pleased you enjoyed your stay with us! 💛
Many thanks and take care....Gavin and Cindy.
Written 27 June 2023
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Don W
Auckland, New Zealand8 contributions
Mar 2023
As part of our Westcoast Wilderness Cycle Trail we - party of 10 - stayed 2 nights at this beautiful place. The cabins were A1 and our hosts - Cindy and Gavin - could not have been nicer and more welcoming. The dinners were just superb. We would like to come back again - please!
Written 28 March 2023
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Yes Don....please all come back again! Was awesome to host you and your awesome team! 👌 🚴♂️🚴♀️
So appreciated! Legends!
Look after yourselves....Gavin and Cindy.
Written 27 June 2023
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Jenny J
3 contributions
Mar 2023 • Friends
Beautiful accommodation- incredible hosts- wonderful food- river cruise amazing - Cindy and Gavin 10 stars for your hosting
Wouldn’t stay anywhere else - base yourself here when you are doing the Hokitika leg of the Wilderness trail - didn’t want to leave .
Will be back
Wouldn’t stay anywhere else - base yourself here when you are doing the Hokitika leg of the Wilderness trail - didn’t want to leave .
Will be back
Written 16 March 2023
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So touched Jenny! 🤗 You make it all worth it!
Thank you SO much for taking the time to leave this generous review....so appreciated! 💚💙
Take care of yourself....Gavin and Cindy.
Written 27 June 2023
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Marise S
Hamilton, New Zealand19 contributions
Mar 2023 • Couples
What a treat to stay at Scenic Waterways as part of our Kiwi Journey cycle experience
Cindy and Gavin are hospitality super stars!
They have created the most relaxing, homely atmosphere. The accomodation is spotlessly clean and beautiful
The meals they provided were absolutely amazing. From a delicious hearty breakfast, to a generous packed lunch followed by a scrumptious dinner
Loved our kayak down the river, soak in the hot tub and relaxing on our sunny deck
Clearly a couple loving what they are doing and absolutely nailing it x
Thank you so much for our incredible stay
Cindy and Gavin are hospitality super stars!
They have created the most relaxing, homely atmosphere. The accomodation is spotlessly clean and beautiful
The meals they provided were absolutely amazing. From a delicious hearty breakfast, to a generous packed lunch followed by a scrumptious dinner
Loved our kayak down the river, soak in the hot tub and relaxing on our sunny deck
Clearly a couple loving what they are doing and absolutely nailing it x
Thank you so much for our incredible stay
Written 8 March 2023
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How do we ever thank you enough Marise for such a generous review! It means so much to us that your stay was so enjoyable 💚💙
Look after yourself....Gavin and Cindy.
Written 5 May 2023
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Pammie
Auckland, New Zealand23 contributions
Feb 2023 • Friends
What a fabulous experience staying at Scenic Waterways with hosts Gavin and Cindy as part of our Wilderness Trail adventure.
Fabulous scenery and accommodation. Food divine. Great Hot tub to relax the muscles. Brilliant river cruise made special by skipper Gavin and his extensive knowledge of the area and wildlife and hilarious sense of humour.
10/10 - not to be missed. 👌👌
Fabulous scenery and accommodation. Food divine. Great Hot tub to relax the muscles. Brilliant river cruise made special by skipper Gavin and his extensive knowledge of the area and wildlife and hilarious sense of humour.
10/10 - not to be missed. 👌👌
Written 26 February 2023
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🙌 So grateful your experience here was memorable Pam! Thank you SO much!
Take care....Gavin and Cindy Hopper.
Written 2 March 2023
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teddybearmydog
Whanganui, New Zealand56 contributions
Feb 2023
Fantastic stay in a cute cabin with views over the fields. Very clean and well appointed. Cindi and Gavin were great hosts. We really enjoyed the boat trip and Gavin is very knowledgable. We had dinner catered and it was beautiful. They even made us a lunch for our bike ride the next day. Would stay longer next time.
Written 24 February 2023
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This makes it all so worthwhile Cassie! Thank you for your lovely review! 🤗
Take care.....Gavin and Cindy Hopper.
Written 2 March 2023
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LFVN
Perth, Australia8 contributions
Feb 2023 • Friends
Cindi and Gavin made us feel very welcome, the evening meal was a buffet style of home grown organic vegetables from their garden. Breakfast was a beautiful cooked and continental. We felt like we were staying with good friends.
Very comfortable beds and cabins . I loved staying here.
Very comfortable beds and cabins . I loved staying here.
Written 21 February 2023
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This means so much to us! So appreciated! 🤗
Look after yourselves....Gavin and Cindy.
Written 24 February 2023
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Claire&Co
Auckland, New Zealand110 contributions
Jan 2023 • Family
We stayed here as part of the Wilderness cycle trial, with Kiwi Journeys. It felt like staying with friends, Gavin and Cindy were such great hosts, Gavin makes a mean flat white and. Cindy’s packed lunches have set the standard for us!! We thoroughly enjoyed our visit and would love to come back again. Thank you Gavin, Cindy and family :)
Written 22 January 2023
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Thank you SO much....SO appreciated!! 💚💙
Take care....Gavin and Cindy.
Written 24 February 2023
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Trippytrekker
Christchurch, New Zealand85 contributions
What actual start time is the early riser?-there is not enough detail about times on the website and what if the weather is poor? is it cancelled with a refund?
wcscenicwaterways
Hokitika, New Zealand2 contributions
Hello Trippytrekker! Thank you SO much for bringing this to our attention!
We reshuffled our itinery with our web designer last week to fit in with the needs of our growing West Coast Wilderness Trail clientele, and although the times pop up when you are actually booking, they don't in the description of the trips! Will get onto it straight away...thank you!
The early riser cruise starts at 8:30am in the morning and is an hour and a half long...including hot drinks and a Whittakers chocolate. We do cancel and refund if the weather is not suitable.
Take care of yourself...Cindy Hopper