Title: Visit Okarito: 2026 Travel Guide for Okarito, West Coast | Expedia.com [Hotels in Okarito](https://expedia.com/Okarito-Hotels.d6359423.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Okarito](https://expedia.com/Okarito-Vacation-Rentals.d6359423.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Flights to Okarito](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Okarito.d6359423.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in Okarito](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Okarito.d6359423.Car-Rental-Guide)[Okarito Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Okarito.d6359423.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Okarito ## Travel Guide ## Visit Okarito Things to do ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-us-ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Vacation Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and homes. Plan this year’s big trip and save. 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It was in such a lovely location, the home was clean and beautiful. There were thoughtful touches like toiletries in case you forgot yours. The setting also can't be beat, you are right in the heart of the Okarito reserve, and its absolutely beautiful! Reviewed on Feb 22, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F4%2F2026&endDate=3%2F5%2F2026&selected=111926115&PinnedHotelID=111926115&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6359423) ![Code Time Lodge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15620000/15616200/15616123/6fbaa67e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Code Time Lodge 8 Albert Street Okarito West Coast Stay at this vacation home in Okarito. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and patios. Popular attractions Andris Apse Wilderness Gallery and Alpine Lake are located ... 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The setting also can't be beat, you are right in the heart of the Okarito reserve, and its absolutely beautiful! Reviewed on Feb 22, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Okarito-Hotels-Spacious-Home-Located-In-A-Tranquil-Forest.h111926115.Hotel-Information) ![Code Time Lodge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15620000/15616200/15616123/6fbaa67e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Code Time Lodge 8 Albert Street Okarito West Coast Stay at this vacation home in Okarito. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and patios. Popular attractions Andris Apse Wilderness Gallery and Alpine Lake are located ... [](https://expedia.com/Okarito-Hotels-Code-Time-Lodge.h15616123.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Okarito](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=6359423&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Okarito hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6359423&startDate=2026-02-26&endDate=2026-02-27)[Feb 26 - Feb 27](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6359423&startDate=2026-02-26&endDate=2026-02-27) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6359423&startDate=2026-02-27&endDate=2026-02-28)[Feb 27 - Feb 28](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6359423&startDate=2026-02-27&endDate=2026-02-28) [This weekend ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6359423&startDate=2%2F27%2F2026&endDate=3%2F1%2F2026)[Feb 27 - Mar 1](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6359423&startDate=2%2F27%2F2026&endDate=3%2F1%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6359423&startDate=3%2F6%2F2026&endDate=3%2F8%2F2026)[Mar 6 - Mar 8](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6359423&startDate=3%2F6%2F2026&endDate=3%2F8%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit #### Andris Apse Wilderness Gallery You can spend time studying the exhibits at Andris Apse Wilderness Gallery in Okarito. 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[](https://expedia.com/Andris-Apse-Wilderness-Gallery-Okarito.d553248621526966913.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Franz Josef Glacier Heli-Hike](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45267910/84bb9eb4-7060-445f-afc6-ef61d92e9389.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Franz Josef Glacier Heli-Hike $490 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/franz-josef-glacier-heli-hike.a45267910.activity-details) ![Kayak Classic - 3 Hr Kayak Adventure Franz Josef Glacier](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/474170/5ed6a88b-e390-46da-8bb8-4aefc441625b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kayak Classic - 3 Hr Kayak Adventure Franz Josef Glacier $90 per adult **74%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/kayak-classic-3-hr-kayak-adventure-franz-josef-glacier.a474170.activity-details) ![Tai-Poutini-National-Park-Kiwi-Sanctuary-Viewpoint-Mountains](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/723864/f66d308a-4be1-4ae0-b48c-aa8c992c1bdd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Okarito Nature Tour $66 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/okarito-nature-tour.a723864.activity-details) ![Scenic Cruise near Franz Josef](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4492308/bc2439ff-faa7-4591-98bd-4c90f000f0e7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Scenic Cruise near Franz Josef $75 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/scenic-cruise-near-franz-josef.a4492308.activity-details) ![Tandem Skydive 10,000ft from Franz Josef](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45274820/39b7a9ba-0b46-4a8d-bd87-3703c1c18007.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Tandem Skydive 10,000ft from Franz Josef $218 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/tandem-skydive-10.a45274820.activity-details) ![Landing on the Tasman Glacier ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48416588/5fcaa3c3-9c63-4560-a888-8764058c2a22.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 30 minute Tasman Experience - scenic helicopter flight $246 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/30-minute-tasman-experience-scenic-helicopter-flight.a48416588.activity-details) [See all activities in Okarito](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Okarito.d6359423.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Okarito ![Aoraki Mount Cook National Park, Shutterstock ID 288251813, Purchase Order: SP-1779, Order Number: SP-1779 Destination campaign with AMEX, Client/Licensee: Expedia.com, Other: Eunice Seo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6351337/c839af62-16e5-4881-a127-f8c415bf5844.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Westland Tai Poutini National Park - Cities near Okarito - Places of interest [Westland Tai Poutini National Park](https://expedia.com/Westland-Tai-Poutini-National-Park.dx6351337)[Whataroa](https://expedia.com/Whataroa.dx3000400422)[Waiho](https://expedia.com/Waiho.dx692482300265066496) - [Andris Apse Wilderness Gallery ](https://expedia.com/Andris-Apse-Wilderness-Gallery-Okarito.d553248621526966913.Vacation-Attraction) - [Mount Cook National Park ](https://expedia.com/Mount-Cook-National-Park-Mount-Cook.d6139475.Vacation-Attraction) - [Franz Josef Glacier ](https://expedia.com/Franz-Josef-Glacier-Westland-Tai-Poutini-National-Park.d6110682.Vacation-Attraction) - [Lake Matheson ](https://expedia.com/Lake-Matheson-West-Coast.d553248621526966904.Vacation-Attraction) - [Glacier Hot Pools ](https://expedia.com/Glacier-Hot-Pools-Franz-Josef-Glacier.d553248621526970637.Vacation-Attraction) - [Fox Glacier Glow Worm Forest ](https://expedia.com/Fox-Glacier-Glow-Worm-Forest-Fox-Glacier.d553248635998002087.Vacation-Attraction) - [Westcoast Wildlife Centre ](https://expedia.com/Westcoast-Wildlife-Centre-Franz-Josef-Glacier.d6208686.Vacation-Attraction) - [Roberts Point ](https://expedia.com/Roberts-Point-Westland-Tai-Poutini-National-Park.d553248621526966908.Vacation-Attraction) - [Our Lady of the Alps ](https://expedia.com/Our-Lady-Of-The-Alps-Franz-Josef-Glacier.d553248621526966912.Vacation-Attraction) - [St James Anglican Church ](https://expedia.com/St-James-Anglican-Church-Franz-Josef-Glacier.d553248621526966911.Vacation-Attraction) - [Alex Knob ](https://expedia.com/Alex-Knob-Westland-Tai-Poutini-National-Park.d553248621526966906.Vacation-Attraction) - [Murchison Glacier ](https://expedia.com/Murchison-Glacier-Mount-Cook.d637917510439583744.Vacation-Attraction) - [Lake Gault ](https://expedia.com/Lake-Gault-West-Coast.d553248635998002089.Vacation-Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save even more - get up to 20% on select hotels when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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