Arthur's Pass National Park

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Arthur's Pass is one of the few roads connecting the East and West sides of New Zealand's South Island. The road winds it way through a mountain pass with beautiful and dramatic scenery. The area is great for outdoor activities such as hiking, or spotting waterfalls and the Kea (=alpine parrots).
Arthur's Pass is one of the few roads connecting the East and West sides of New Zealand's South Island. The road winds it way through a mountain pass with beautiful and dramatic scenery. The area is great for outdoor activities such as hiking, or spotting waterfalls and the Kea (=alpine parrots).
During my travels by bicycle in New Zealand, I treated myself to the Tranz Alpine which goes from the west to the east coast of the South Island, or the other way around. This was taken from the train. The yellow flowers called broom (cytisus scoparius) aren't really flowers although beautiful, they are considered a weed and a threat to the native flora and fauna. I also rode in the Coastal Pacific train which borders the eastern coast of the island finishing in the port town of Picton.
As you come out the West Coast side of Arthur's Pass the view of the mountains is spectacular. #LifeAtExpedia
The trip to Avalanche peak is demanding. The last part is pretty scary, but the views from the top are breathtaking.
Arthur's Pass Alpine Motel

Arthur's Pass Alpine Motel

3.5 out of 5
52 Main Road Arthur's Pass National Park Canterbury
Stay at this motel in Arthur's Pass National Park. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
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Mountain House

Mountain House

2 out of 5
84 W Coast Rd Arthur's Pass National Park Canterbury
Stay at this hostel in Arthur's Pass National Park. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Historic Village Walk and Devils ...
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Wilderness Lodge Arthurs Pass

Wilderness Lodge Arthurs Pass

3 out of 5
State Highway 73 Arthur's Pass Village
Stay at this lodge in Arthur's Pass National Park. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Historic Village Walk and Devils Punchbowl ...
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Popular places to visit

Temple Basin, Arthur’s Pass, New Zealand

Temple Basin Ski Area

4/5(3 reviews)

Hit the slopes at Temple Basin Ski Area during your trip to Arthur's Pass National Park. Savor the area's bars and restaurants.

Temple Basin Ski Area

Devils Punchbowl Waterfall

Explore the great outdoors at Devils Punchbowl Waterfall, a lovely green space in Arthur's Pass Village.

Devils Punchbowl Waterfall

Bridal Veil Walk

Explore the great outdoors at Bridal Veil Walk, a lovely green space in Arthur's Pass National Park. Savor the area's bars and restaurants.

Bridal Veil Walk

Things to do

Train through mountains in Christchurch

Arthur's Pass Full-Day Tour with TranzAlpine Train and Lunch

$322
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Arthur's Pass Full-Day Tour with TranzAlpine Train and Lunch
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Arthur's Pass is one of the few roads connecting the East and West sides of New Zealand's South Island. The road winds it way through a mountain pass with beautiful and dramatic scenery. The area is great for outdoor activities such as hiking, or spotting waterfalls and the Kea (=alpine parrots).

Arthur's Pass

The views driving through Arthur's Pass are beautiful and the color and smell of the flowering lupines are amazing.

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Arthur's Pass is one of the few roads connecting the East and West sides of New Zealand's South Island. The road winds it way through a mountain pass with beautiful and dramatic scenery. The area is great for outdoor activities such as hiking, or spotting waterfalls and the Kea (=alpine parrots).

Arthur's Pass Village