Why people love visiting relaxing Punakaiki
The beaches and forests provide a pleasant backdrop to your holiday home in Punakaiki. This relaxing city is known for its restaurants, cave exploring and canoeing. Whether you're planning a family holiday, romantic stay or trip with friends, holiday rentals offer features like full kitchens and laundry facilities for a more convenient stay.
Exploring the beaches and other natural features in Punakaiki
Whether you're looking for exciting outdoor activities or just want to appreciate the scenery, Punakaiki is a great place to get outside. Here are some of the area’s most enchanting features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Punakaiki Beach (0.6 mi / 0.9 km)
- Pancake Rocks (0.6 mi / 1 km)
- Underworld Adventures (15 mi / 24.1 km)
- Pororari River Track (0.2 mi / 0.3 km)
- Paparoa National Park (8.6 mi / 13.8 km)
- Truman Track (1 mi / 1.6 km)
Seasonal weather in Punakaiki
If you're planning a holiday around the weather, February, January, March and December are the hottest months to visit, when temperatures average 16°C.
Transport to and around Punakaiki
Fly into Westport (WSZ), the closest airport, located 28.3 mi (45.5 km) from the city centre. If you can't find a flight that's convenient for your trip, you might consider flying into Hokitika (HKK), which is 45.6 mi (73.3 km) away.