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Welcome
to HAAST, South Westland, New Zealand - On the Edge
of Wilderness
Haast, The perfect destination to explore some of
New Zealand's most unique scenery and wildlife situated
amidst spectacular & rugged scenery of the South
West New Zealand World Heritage area, between ancient
rainforests of Te Wahipounamu, glaciers,
and the Tasman sea.
Haast offers a unique insight to the "real
New Zealand" a rare gem, unspoilt by humans
and thriving with native bird life.
Discover the extraordinary history of South Westland,
from pre european Maori, and the importance
of pounamu, to early pioneering, gold and coal mining,
logging, fishing, deer recovery, and more.
The
Department of Conservation, local identities &
businesses have put together a programme of fun
and educational activities this summer, including
cruises to see penguins, seals, dolphins, and learn
about the unique marine habitat. Take a flight accompanying
DOC Rangers to a Kiwi Sanctuary, see how dogs help
DOC locate Kiwi, learn about the geology, flora
and fauna of Haast. Beginning January 11th. Not
to be missed. Bookings essential Check
out the programme here and make your bookings.
Try sea fishing, fly fishing, whitebaiting (in season),
deer stalking, bird watching, tramping, nature walks,
jet boat safaris, helicopter adventures and glacier
flights.
Haast offers visitors a variety of accommodation,
to suit a range of requirements, from Hotels, Motels,
B&B's and Boutique Lodgings, camping facilities.
Haast township has a supermarket, gift shops, locally
made crafts and jewellry, petrol stations, restaurants
cafe's and bars.
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