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Haast and Hokitika, West Coast · Every September to November
Whitebait season on the West Coast
Tiny translucent fish run up the rivers and the whole coast stands in the water with a net.
On now until November 14
What happens when you set this watch
We track every fare from your airport into Hokitika, Christchurch or Queenstown for September 1 to November 14, 2026, round trips of 3 to 7 nights, across every airline. The moment one drops, you get one email with the dates, the price and a link to book. Free, and you can stop any time.
Know before you go
- Visitors can only buy, not net, without a stand; the Whitebait Inn at Mokihinui and Haast cafes are reliable.
- West Coast spring means rain; the glaciers are on the same road.
- Hokitika has flights from Christchurch; Haast is four hours south by road and about three hours from Queenstown over the Haast Pass.
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