Hokitika Craft Gallery — Attraction in South Island

I had the joy of visiting quirky, atmospheric Hokitika in the middle of stormy weather at the beginning of January this year. The place is enchanting and I would love to go back for the Driftwood Festival as well as the Wild Food Festival. This gallery was the icing on the cake, with great quality local gifts, and high quality New Zealand art and crafts. It is run by Wilderness Gallery photographer Juergen Schacke and his wife Monika with style, friendliness and excellent service. After leaving I decided I had made a mistake in not buying one of the items I had seen and contacted the gallery by email. It was no problem for them to identify it and post it on to me. Juergen and Monika have recently rescued this gallery (and already run the excellent Wilderness Gallery next door) and have made a wonderful job with the space. I...

We revisited this Gallery just one week ago and thrilled to see the beautiful selection of Art and Jewellery is still available along with the vibrancy of displays and changes that have been made since our last visit. We were priviledged to meet up with Jurgen and his Wife again and also have time with Karen (what a beautiful warm and caring young lady she is) who made us feel sooo welcome.....an absolute joy to be back and see them still afloat during these tough times. Thankyou for...

I had a really fantastic experience with this place! I tracked down a piece of jewellery that I saw on the internet that was in their show room. I live in France but I wanted to get it to my mum in Nz for her birthday. The owner was great and replied quickly to my email confirming that the piece was available and organising it all through PayPal so that I could have it delivered to my mum. Really great, fast and friendly customer service. I am super...