On the Riverside Cabins, "We loved our stay in [the Riverside] cabin. It's totally immersed in a stunning flax forest with birds. The cabin and facilities were clean and just what we needed. It's also an absurdly short walk to the start of the Paparoa trail – highly recommend doing the first hour or so up the river. The whitebait fritters at the food truck on the campground are also first rate!"
Plan your Punakaiki adventure
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Your trip planning toolkit
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Paparoa Track Services
Explore the range of services such as accommodation, shuttle service and car relocations available for the Paparoa Great Walk and Pike 29.
Accommodation options for everyone!
From getting back to basics with camping at it's purest or experiencing luxury amongst rugged beauty we have options for every kind of visitor.
What to know before you get here
Knowledge is power. We help you know before you go.
Your adventure checklist
Essential items for exploring Punakaiki's diverse landscapes.
Top 5 paid activities in Punakaiki
Here's our top 5 paid activities in the area!
Top 5 To Do’s for families
Punakaiki is the perfect place to keep little ones entertained. Check out our quick and easy guide.
Top 5 walks under 30 minutes
Here we've put our favourite top 5 walks under 30 minutes.
Preparing for your Punakaiki experience
Know what to expect: Insider tips for the smoothest trip possible.
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