Journey to the Wild West Coast!
Drive through the dramatic West Coast of the South Island. Stop at the famous Pancake Rocks and Blowholes at Punakaiki, where layers of limestone rock stack like pancakes and ocean surges create spectacular blowholes. Then continue to the serene Hans Bay on Lake Kaniere for a peaceful lakeside camping experience.
Accommodation
⛺ Hans Bay - Lake Kaniere Campsite (DOC)
Location: Lake Kaniere, near Greymouth
Site Type: Unpowered (DOC Freedom Camping)
Duration: 1 night (Thu Jan 8 - Fri Jan 9)
Adults (18+): 2 x $15.00 = $30.00
Child/Youth (5-17): 2 x $7.50 = $15.00
Total: $45.00 NZD
Features: Stunning lakeside setting, basic facilities
Site Type: Unpowered (DOC Freedom Camping)
Duration: 1 night (Thu Jan 8 - Fri Jan 9)
Adults (18+): 2 x $15.00 = $30.00
Child/Youth (5-17): 2 x $7.50 = $15.00
Total: $45.00 NZD
Features: Stunning lakeside setting, basic facilities
Today's Activities
- Drive from Nelson to Punakaiki (~3 hours)
- Visit Pancake Rocks and Blowholes at Punakaiki
- Explore Dolomite Point walkway
- Continue to Lake Kaniere (~2 hours)
- Set up camp at Hans Bay
- Enjoy peaceful lakeside evening
- Optional: Short walks around the lake