To hold the community together and to ease the economic hardship caused by the demise of other industries, the government has strongly encouraged the development of tourism in the zone. 

Tourism businesses here provide a wealth information and experiences involving the unique environment, nature and history of this remarkable and historically important part of New Zealand.  Trails and roads open easy assess to all the best attractions.  Guides are used when places have hazards or are environmentally sensitive.  We see how this growing tourism industry is now attracting secondary attractions and service industries.
 

Factory visits


Historic societies


Old Tech


Guided caving expeditions


Guided black-water encounters


Rain forest canopy walk

Greatest coastal features

Walks to geographical features

New roads


Historic settlements


Gold fever experiences


Visit old mining sites

Bushman's Culture

Seal colonies

Wild life displays