Discover the sacred Arahura River

Greymouth, New Zealand •

Popular

Best months to visit

Jan, Feb, Dec

12°C – 17°C, january in greymouth features pleasant temperatures with average highs around 17, high crowds, peak season

Walking required

Yes

Rough terrain; not suitable for wheelchairs or limited mobility.

Value for money

Medium

Pricey but the unique experience offers good value.

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Reviews from other travelers

Summarised by AI

Romantic Getaway

Couples loved the intimate setting and hands-on pounamu experience. Very memorable!

Authentic Culture

Visitors felt the guides created a genuine connection with Māori heritage. Highly recommended!

Unique Experience

Couples said it was a highlight, a chance to find and craft a treasure together.

Tide Dependent

Some couples found scheduling difficult due to tide-dependent tour times. Plan ahead!

Pricey Experience

Travelers felt the tour was a bit expensive for the duration, despite the experience.

Limited Privacy

Couples noted that the group tours might not offer as much privacy as desired.

How to book

Viator

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Getyourguide

Premium Experience with Hotel Pickup

Free cancellation up to 48 hours before

4h - 5h

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Klook

Private Full-Day Tour

Non-refundable

8h - 10h

5.0

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USD 120

per_person

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Hours of operation

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In-depth experience

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When to visit

We've analysed user reviews and geographical data, and identified the best and worst months to visit.

Month

Crowd Level

Weather

Availability

Our recommendation

December

HIGH

11-16°C

Pleasant temperatures with significant rainfall.

Open

Early booking recommended due to high demand.

Recommended

December marks the start of summer with pleasant temperatures and significant rainfall. The Arahura River is accessible, but the peak tourist season means higher prices and limited availability. Early booking is advised.

January

HIGH

12-17°C

January in Greymouth features pleasant temperatures with average highs around 17.1°C and lows near 12.3°C. The month experiences significant rainfall, averaging approximately 232 mm over 17 days.

Open

Due to high demand, early booking is recommended to secure accommodations and activities.

Recommended

January offers warm temperatures and ample sunshine, making it ideal for outdoor activities. However, expect higher prices and larger crowds due to the peak tourist season.

February

MEDIUM

13-18°C

February is the warmest month in Greymouth, with average highs of 17.6°C and lows of 12.5°C. It also has the lowest average rainfall, around 122 mm, making it the driest month.

Open

Accommodations and activities are generally available, but booking in advance is advisable due to ongoing tourist demand.

Recommended

February's warm and relatively dry conditions make it an excellent time to visit Greymouth, with slightly reduced crowds compared to January.

March

MEDIUM

12-17°C

March brings slightly cooler temperatures, with average highs of 16.8°C and lows of 11.7°C. Rainfall increases to about 126 mm over 10.7 days.

Open

With decreasing tourist numbers, accommodations and activities are more readily available, though some seasonal operations may begin to reduce hours.

Recommended

March offers comfortable temperatures and moderate crowds, making it a favorable time for visitors seeking a balance between good weather and availability.

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