We are located on the main road 1km north of the Pancake Rocks and blowholes at Punakaiki on the West Coast of the South Island of New Zealand.

Our base is conveniently situated beside the river at the northern end of the village.

Punakaiki Canoes offers rental and guided trips into the heart of the Paparoa National Park from Punakaiki.

"Our 3 year old made us do it! Wonderful!" Dean, Cath & Lachlan (3 yrs.) "We had the best time on the river here since we have been in New Zealand - after bungy jumping, whitewater rafting & paragliding. Great fun, thank you!" Lou & Tom