Gold Prospecting Equipment
Our curated picks for gold prospecting in New Zealand. From beginner pan kits to professional sluice boxes — everything you need to find colour.
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Gold Pans
The foundation of any prospecting kit. Get a quality pan and you're halfway there.
Garrett Gold Pan Kit (3-Pack)
Industry standard. Includes 10", 14" pans plus classifier. Deep riffles catch fine gold.
View on AmazonSE 14" Professional Gold Pan
Budget-friendly professional pan. Wide riffles ideal for beginners.
View on AmazonGarrett Super Sluice Pan
Larger 15" diameter with aggressive riffles. Great for heavy material.
View on AmazonClassifiers & Sieves
Remove large rocks before panning. Essential for efficiency.
Garrett Classifying Sieve Set (4-Pack)
Essential for removing large rocks. 4 mesh sizes (2, 4, 8, 12).
View on AmazonSE 13.25" Classifier (1/4")
Single mesh classifier. Budget option for occasional use.
View on AmazonSluice Boxes
Process more material, faster. Level up from panning.
Gold Cube 3-Stack Deluxe
Premium automated concentrator. Processes 1000+ lbs/day. Catches micro gold.
View on AmazonSE 24" Portable Sluice Box
Compact folding sluice. Perfect for backpack prospecting.
View on AmazonKeene A52 Hand Sluice
Professional 50" sluice with matting. Perfect for NZ rivers.
View on AmazonVials & Storage
Store and display your hard-earned finds.
Gold Vial Display Set (12-Pack)
Glass vials with cork stoppers. Perfect for storing your finds.
View on AmazonAccessories
The little things that make a big difference.
New Zealand Suppliers
Local options for faster shipping and NZD pricing.
Gold Prospecting NZ
NZ-based supplier of pans, sluices, and prospecting equipment. Ships nationwide with local support.
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DOC Visitor Centres
Some DOC centres in gold regions (Arrowtown, Reefton) sell basic panning equipment for beginners.
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