Thursday, October 18, 2012

The Pristine Waters And Lush Landscapes Of Hokitika Beckon You To Visit

By Margery Pick


If you love to spend time at the beach, but don't care for the throngs of tourists that usually comes with it, then you may want to plan a trip to Hokitika. Located in beautiful New Zealand, on the west coast of the south island, Hokitika is set amid the splendor of nature. You can soak up the sun's rays in relative privacy and enjoy the beauty of the mountains and rainforest as a backdrop. Even though the area isn't swarming with tourists, you will be pleasantly surprised at all the activities to keep you occupied and entertained.

In addition, you'll find a range of options when it comes time to make your hokitika accommodation plans. Select from a plush beachfront motel, a primitive campground, or anything in between. A popular choice is renting a cabin right on the beach so you can sleep to the gentle sound of the waves lapping against the shore.

Hokitika is the ideal place when you want a vacation where you can get away from it all. Forget the rush and stress of daily life and relax amid nature's lush bounty. You'll also have the opportunity to taste great new foods, explore interesting shops, and engage in water activities of all kinds. If you love to fish, then you will love the west coast of New Zealand. Maybe you prefer boating, swimming, or other water sports. If your favorite pastime involves the water or the sun, you can find it on the beach at Hokitika.

You won't want to spend all your time on the beach though, as you'll want to explore the surrounding wetlands and rainforest. The area is on an island and it is also on the western edge of the Alps. It has lush wetlands and thriving rainforests. The summers and hot and humid and there is a lot of rain. The winters are fairly mild and fewer vacationers visit during that time, so if you really love your privacy, winter is an ideal time to visit. Plus the view of the mountains then is amazing with their snow capped peaks in the background.

The waters around Hokitika are unbelievably clear, and the gorges and limestone canyons make for the perfect fishing holes or secluded getaways. The usual population of the city is about 4500 people so you can image it has a small town feel. At peak times, the population increases to around 35,000 but even that is much better than the swarms of tourists at other beaches. The busy time coincides with the Wildfoods Festival which is held every year in March and attracts visitors from all around the globe.

You can stand on Main Street and see Mount Cook on a clear day, and contemplate all the beauty nature provided this one small island. Your choice in accommodation hokitika offers depends entirely upon your wishes. Would you rather immerse yourself in nature and stay in a rustic cabin or be pampered in a hotel? While the area isn't considered a tourist trap, it is a favorite travel destination among people in the know. If your idea of the ultimate vacation is a quiet place nestled in lush natural surroundings where you can relax on the beach, then you don't need to look any further.




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