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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).

On the South Island’s rugged West Coast, the Punakaiki Beachfront Motels are the ideal location to enjoy all that this stunning region has to offer.

An all inclusive 3 night, 4 day guided hiking adventure tour along the Paparoa Track, New Zealand's newest Great Walk.

Fox Hut is set on a coastal clifftop property on the famous Great Coast Highway, halfway between Greymouth and Westport and just a seven-minute drive from Punakaiki (site of the 'Pancake Rocks').

Are you looking for a holiday home in a stunning location in Punakaiki on the West Coast?

Golden Sands Horse and Wagon Tours offers you the opportunity to travel in the footsteps of the early pioneers, down one of New Zealand’s most beautiful, unspoiled wild West Coast beaches. Great for couples and families with small children.

Wave Watchers Retreat is located in the Punakaiki Village on a private beachfront site in the Paparoa National Park.

Famous Pancakes & Pizzas
Try our pancake stack available all day, and homemade stoneoven pizzas served from 11am.

Tucked into 1600sqm of native New Zealand forest, this stunning architecturally designed cabin is the winner of multiple architectural awards - and a luxurious hidden gem like no other.

Sva's is set on a coastal hillside property on the famous Great Coast Highway, halfway between Greymouth and Westport and just a 12-minute drive from Punakaiki (site of the 'Pancake Rocks').

The Nile River Rainforest Train Is a short interpretative train journey through primeval rain forest whilst seated in small open sided carriages.

Scenic Hotel Punakaiki is a modern accommodation complex offering premium guest rooms and suites with stunning beach, ocean or rainforest views; all rooms have en-suite bathroom, High Definition TVs with Chromecast, and free WIFI.