Where is okarito in new zealand? Okarito is a small peaceful village on the western sea coast of the South Island. Only 13km off the main highway, Okarito is about 25 minutes drive north of Franz Josef. Look for the turn off between Lakes Mapourika and Wahapo. Okarito has about 50 or so houses, but no postal service, no reliable cell reception, no banks or shops.Why choose okarito boat tours? Experience the tremendous persity of one of the West Coast’s most pristine South Westland World Heritage area with Okarito Boat Tours who will transport you from the historic Okarito Wharf to lagoon and beyond, into the rainforest waterways on one of New Zealand’s largest unmodified wetlands.Are there shops or service stations at Ōkārito? There are no shops or service stations at Ōkārito so make sure you have enough food and fuel for your visit. Coffee is available at one of the local businesses.How do i get to Ōkārito trig? The walk winds gently uphill on a well-graded track, before reaching the Ōkārito Trig viewpoint. On a clear day, the view is unbeatable overlooking Westland Tai Poutini National Park from the snow-capped Southern Alps/ Kā Tiritiri o te Moana across extensive native forest to the lagoons and beaches of the coast.
Or Contact us at: Andris Apse and Lynne Bond "Kohuamaru" 109 The Strand Okarito Westland, 7857 New Zealand Phone: 64-3-753 4241 E-mail: [email protected] Postal: Andris Apse and Lynne Bond