National Parks
Paparoa National Park
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Paparoa National Park features coastal forest along a spectacular coastline.
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Paparoa National Park features coastal forest along a spectacular coastline with an abundance of nikau palm trees, steep limestone cliffs and deep canyons, caves and underground streams.
And much can be seen easily without travelling too far from the car.
The park is best known for the bizarre Pancake Rocks and impressive blowholes of Dolomite Point near Punakaiki. The blowholes put on their best performance at high tide so check at the local iSite for times.
For the adventurous (and experienced) there are amazing caving opportunities and for families you can do an easy canoe up the Pororari River.
Find out more about the Paparoa Track.
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Punakaiki
See & Do
Punakaiki Canoes
Take a leisurely paddle on the Pororari River beneath towering limestone cliffs in the Paparoa National Park.
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Punakaiki
Accommodation
Hydrangea cottages
Hydrangea cottages are bordered by the Paparoa National Park and surrounded by native bush, wild hydrangea’s and huge limestone outcrops.
$250 - $970
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Punakaiki
Accommodation
Punakaiki Beachfront Motels
Relax in comfort at Punakaiki’s friendliest motel and rental house accommodation and enjoy by the seashore located between Paparoa National Park and the Tasman Sea.
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Punakaiki
Accommodation
Te Nikau Retreat
Nestled in the native West Coast bush adjoining the Paparoa National Park, Te Nikau Retreat truly is one of the most unique accommodation secrets you’re likely to come across in your travels.
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Punakaiki
Accommodation
Punakaiki Resort
Punakaiki Resort offers superb beachfront accommodation with spectacular coastline and rainforest views, providing the perfect setting to relax and unwind.
$155 - $315
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Punakaiki
See & Do
Punakaiki Horse Treks
Scenic horse riding into the Punakaiki valley and within the Paparoa National Park. A great way to experience the stunning scenery of the Punakaiki valley.