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Arthur's Pass From Christchurch With TranzAlpine Day Tour
Tours • From Christchurch

Arthur's Pass From Christchurch With TranzAlpine Day Tour

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English guided
Free cancellation
4.9 / 5
(12) • 300+ booked
From
S$ 310.39
Arthur's Pass Day Tour From Christchurch via Castle Hill
Autumn deal
Tours • From Christchurch

Arthur's Pass Day Tour From Christchurch via Castle Hill

English guided
Free cancellation
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4.8 / 5
(23) • 300+ booked
S$ 115.05
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2-Day One-Way Tour from Christchurch to Queenstown via Franz Josef
Tours • From Christchurch

2-Day One-Way Tour from Christchurch to Queenstown via Franz Josef

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English guided
Free cancellation
5.0 / 5
(4) • 50+ booked
S$ 423.55
Arthur’s Pass & TranzAlpine Train Full-Day Tour from Christchurch
Tours • From Christchurch

Arthur’s Pass & TranzAlpine Train Full-Day Tour from Christchurch

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Small group
English guided
From
S$ 327.89
Greymouth to Christchurch through Arthurs Pass One Way Tour
Tours • From Greymouth

Greymouth to Christchurch through Arthurs Pass One Way Tour

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English guided
Free cancellation
S$ 130.75
Christchurch to Greymouth through Arthurs Pass One Way Tour
Tours • From Christchurch

Christchurch to Greymouth through Arthurs Pass One Way Tour

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Small group
English guided
S$ 117.65
Greymouth to Franz Josef Small Group Tour
Tours • From Greymouth

Greymouth to Franz Josef Small Group Tour

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English guided
Free cancellation
S$ 108.80
West Coast Tree Top Tower Zipline & Walkway
Outdoor & sports activities • Hokitika

West Coast Tree Top Tower Zipline & Walkway

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English guided
Morning departure
4.0 / 5
(2) • 50+ booked
S$ 78.89
Arthur’s Pass & Castle Hill Private Tour in Christchurch
Klook's choice
Tours • From Christchurch

Arthur’s Pass & Castle Hill Private Tour in Christchurch

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English guided
Free cancellation
S$ 281.69
Franz Josef to Greymouth Half-Day Small Group Tour via Hokitika
Tours • From Franz Josef

Franz Josef to Greymouth Half-Day Small Group Tour via Hokitika

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English guided
Free cancellation
S$ 97.95

Hotels in Hokitika

Jade Court Motor Lodge
Hotels • Hokitika

Jade Court Motor Lodge

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4.5 / 5
(506)
From
S$ 104.8
Hokitikas Kiwi Holiday Park and Motels
Hotels • Hokitika

Hokitikas Kiwi Holiday Park and Motels

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5.0 / 5
(176)
From
S$ 67.21
Woodstock Hotel
Hotels • Hokitika

Woodstock Hotel

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S$ 97.19
Beachfront Hotel
Hotels • Hokitika

Beachfront Hotel

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4.2 / 5
(1.0K)
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S$ 111.01
Stopforths Premium Accommodation
Hotels • Hokitika

Stopforths Premium Accommodation

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4.9 / 5
(349)
From
S$ 129.09
Lake Mahinapua Hotel
Hotels • Hokitika

Lake Mahinapua Hotel

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4.0 / 5
(38)
From
S$ 126.94
Woodland Glen Lodge
Hotels • Hokitika

Woodland Glen Lodge

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4.9 / 5
(105)
From
S$ 190.23
Annabelle Motel
Hotels • Hokitika

Annabelle Motel

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S$ 129.14
Hokitika Fire Station Boutique Accommodation
Hotels • Hokitika

Hokitika Fire Station Boutique Accommodation

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5.0 / 5
(99)
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S$ 192.67
Bella Vista Motel Hokitika
Hotels • Hokitika

Bella Vista Motel Hokitika

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4.3 / 5
(439)
From
S$ 109.68
The Blackhouse Cottage
Hotels • Hokitika

The Blackhouse Cottage

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4.8 / 5
(5)
From
S$ 196.72
Rimu Lodge
Hotels • Hokitika

Rimu Lodge

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5.0 / 5
(87)
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S$ 486.47

Hokitika at a glance

When is the busiest time to visit Hokitika?

Based on what travelers booked on Klook

Busier than usual Quieter than usual
250
200
150
Avg 100Avg
50
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31
Jan
63
Feb
189
Mar
Busiest 213
Apr
134
May
165
Jun
150
Jul
Quietest 16
Sep
16
Oct
24
Nov

April sees the biggest surge in bookings — roughly 113% above a typical month — while September is much quieter, about 84% below a typical month, so book early for April but expect easier availability and fewer crowds in September. Based on Klook historical booking data.

When is Hokitika cheapest?

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Cheapest S$71 Priciest S$318
Aug Sep Oct Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun

Activities are typically around SGD 219, with October the cheapest at typically around SGD 71 — roughly 78% below June, the priciest month — so October offers the best value and aligns with the quieter season. Based on Klook booking data, August 2025 – June 2026.

How far ahead should you book?

Plan ahead so you don’t miss out

14 daysLast-minute
33 daysTypical
69 daysEarly

Most travellers book about 33 days ahead, so you can be fairly flexible; during April’s peak consider booking earlier than that to secure spots. Based on Klook booking data, February 2026 – July 2026.

Quick facts about Hokitika

General info
  • Time zone

    No time difference

  • Currency

    1SGD = 1.37NZD

  • Official languages

What to know before visiting Hokitika

What to expect in Hokitika

Hokitika is best known for guided Tours and outdoor activities such as hiking and coastal experiences, with Tours clearly leading by booking volume and Outdoor & sports activities trailing. Klook booking data shows the city’s visitor rhythm is highly seasonal: demand peaks in March and April and drops sharply into a very quiet shoulder around September and October. For travellers from Singapore deciding when to visit, pick between lively peak-season energy and much quieter, more relaxed months — both offer very different experiences and are reflected in Klook bookings.

Best time to visit Hokitika

Demand on Klook concentrates in the Southern Hemisphere autumn and early winter months, with April among the peak months and September identified as the quietest. Prices follow a similar annual pattern: median prices climb through the first half of the year to a priciest point in June, while October is the lowest-price month. That means shoulder months such as October suit travellers seeking lower prices and smaller crowds, while March–July deliver the busiest atmosphere and higher typical prices.

Month Demand Level Typical Price
January Very quiet SGD 242
February Quieter than usual SGD 259
March Peak demand SGD 273
April Peak demand SGD 315
May Busier than usual SGD 314
June Peak demand SGD 318
July Peak demand SGD 157
August About average SGD 157
September Very quiet SGD 168
October Very quiet SGD 71
December Very quiet SGD 77

Demand is bookings in that month compared with a typical month, from historical Klook booking data, grouped into the demand levels above; typical price is the median paid on Klook in that month; prices are shown with their currency code. Based on Klook booking data, August 2025 – June 2026.

Tips for travellers from Singapore

Most travellers from Singapore typically book about 33 days ahead, with the earliest planners booking around 69 days out; this is a planning market, so lock in must-do Tours earlier, especially for the March–July peak months. If your dates are flexible, October offers typically lower prices and far lighter crowds on Klook; if you prefer the buzz of peak season, aim for March–June but book sooner. Use Klook to reserve popular Tours and outdoor activities in advance so you don't miss limited slots and can travel with confidence.

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