The Paparoa Experience blends Māori Culture with History & Geology - captivating visitors by giving them an immersive insight to the history of the Paparoa National Park and Poutini Ngāi Tahu (the people of the West Coast).
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The Rusty Cup Cafe
Best in the West coffee, pancakes, bacon/egg butties, whitebait sandwiches, great banter and local information.
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Paparoa Track Heli bike lifts - Coastwide Helicopters
Get your Paparoa Track bike adventure of to a flying start with a heli bike lift with GCH Coastwide, West Coast of the South Island. Experience the beautiful remote West Coast scenery at your leisurely pace on your bike.
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Paparoa National Park Visitor Centre
The Department of Conservation (DOC) Paparoa National Park Visitor Centre is located within the Punangairi Visitor Centre in Punakaiki.
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Punakaiki Beach Hostel
Punakaiki Beach Hostel is the perfect place to explore the West Coast's famous Pancake Rocks.
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Havenz Punakaiki
Come stay with us at HAVENz Punakaiki for a selection of traditional Kiwi hideaways, luxury home, holiday apartments and baches - in both coastal and tranquil native forest locations.
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Pancake Rocks Cafe
Famous Pancakes & Pizzas
Try our pancake stack available all day, and homemade stoneoven pizzas served from 11am.
Paparoa Track Services
The team at the Punakaiki Beach Camp will take care of your Great Walk logistics. We offer a simple booking system so you can confirm all track services instantly.
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Charleston Lodge
Situated in the charming town of Charleston on the West Coast of New Zealand’s South Island, the Charleston Motel is your first choice for affordable quality accommodation.
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Punakaiki Rocks Hotel and Garden Bar
A restaurant and bar providing a true country pub experience with West Coast fare.
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