Welcome To Te Hīkoi Te Hīkoi Southern Journey, is the South's ultimate heritage attraction, in Riverton/Aparima, just 30 minutes from Invercargill - one of the best things do to on the Southern Scenic Route. The museum features authentic life size displays, adventurous characters and engaging stories. These reveal how our Māori and European ancestors adapted to survive on nature's edge. A social history heritage experience not to be missed, also includes a dedicated geology room! Most visitors spend about 45 minutes in our museum, but some spend half a day. We also have a shop for souvenirs, and information centre for you to plan your next stops and learn more about our town. OPENING HOURS We are open 7 days a week: 10am - 4pm (after Easter - before Labour weekend) 10am - 5pm (Labour weekend - Easter weekend) Closed on Christmas day and Good Friday Research services are only available by email or by appointment. PRICES Adults $10 includes entry to all exhibitions and introduction movie $5 for introduction movie only (15min) Children 14 and under are free. Group discounts available (special rates for school groups), please contact us. Southland District Ratepayers and Library Card Holders get free entry to the best history museum when they bring a paying visitor with them. Simply bring your library card or rates notice. Book in advance for a guided tour ($27.50 per person), minimum 2 people.