Punakaiki - Pancake Rocks and Blowholes
Explore a limestone landscape of pancake-shaped rock formations, blowholes and surge pools on this short, paved walk that's great for children. (Credit: DOC website)
Area:
West CoastCategories:
Free attraction,NatureAccessible features:
- Accessible walkways
- Wheelchair access
Visitor reviews:
Imogen
We visited the Pancake Rocks and Blowholes in Punakaiki. The pathway leading to the main viewing area is wheelchair accessible.
Would say to others: There is a small section of pathway which is not wheelchair accessible, but this may not limit people's experience too much if accessibility is a consideration. Plan to spend at least one night/two days in the area as there is heaps to do!
Top highlight: Visiting the Pancake Rocks and Blowholes on a day when the blowholes are active is always a highlight - it is such an impressive sight! However on this day the Hector dolphins were the highlight!
How accessibility features improve the visit: The area is often busy so having a wide, well-maintained pathway to and from the main viewing points helps get there without too many hassles.
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