{"id":21785,"date":"2015-09-17T11:58:10","date_gmt":"2015-09-17T11:58:10","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.mapsofworld.com\/travel\/?p=21785"},"modified":"2022-09-19T10:58:08","modified_gmt":"2022-09-19T10:58:08","slug":"paparoa-national-park","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mapsofworld.com\/travel\/destinations\/new-zealand\/paparoa-national-park\/","title":{"rendered":"Paparoa National Park in New Zealand"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n
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Punakaki Pancake Rocks in Paparoa National Park<\/p><\/div>\n

Particularly renowned for one-of-its-kind Pancake Rocks and coastal Punakaiki community, Paporao National Park is located on the glorious West Coast of South Island in New Zealand. Nestled in coastal forest, colorful canyons, glowing caves, and underground streams, this park is a highly rated destination for travelers. Limetone precipices towering along the shores of Tasmanian Sea and blowholes near Dolomite Point are the striking features of this park.<\/p>\n

History<\/span><\/h2>\n

Established in November 1987, Paparoa National Park is spread over an area of 300 sq. km. During the gold rush of 1860s, the government bought nearly all the West Coast land from the native M\u0101ori chiefs for the purpose of gold mining.<\/p>\n

Activities\u00a0in Paparoa National Park<\/span><\/h2>\n

Kayaking \u2013<\/strong> Set your kayak on sail on the Pororari River\u00ad flowing through Paparoa National Park\u00ad and enjoy the majestic beauty that lies within impressive river canyons and delicate cave patterns.<\/p>\n

Watching Blowholes \u2013<\/strong> During high tide, the three blowholes near Punakaiki are the must-see attractions in New Zealand.<\/p>\n

Caving & Hiking \u2013<\/strong> Travelers can look forward to caving and hiking in the Inland Park Track. Pororari River Track and Fox River Caves Track, and Bullock Creek Track are also short tracks worth exploring.<\/p>\n

Birdwatching \u2013<\/strong> Rich in vegetation, the rainforest sustains prolific wildlife that includes endemic birds: Spotted Kiwi, Kaka, Kereru, and Weka. Large Rata trees and Nikau palm trees emerging above the forest canopy give a tropical feeling to the Paparoa National Park.
\nExploring Marine life \u2013 Leopard Seals, Hector’s Dolphins and Killer Whales can be spotted from the shores as well.<\/p>\n

Horse-riding & Other Activities \u2013<\/strong> Fishing, surfing, swimming, and paddle boarding, are some of the popular activities that visitors can try out. Horse-riding along the shoreline offers spectacular views from various sunset points.<\/p>\n

Nearby Attractions<\/span><\/h3>\n

Pororari River, Fox River Lagoon, The Dolomite Point, Lake Brunner, Nelson Lakes National Park<\/a>, Mount Uriah, Kahurangi National Park, and Victoria Forest Park.<\/p>\n

Where is\u00a0Paparoa National Park ?<\/span><\/h2>\n

The Paparoa National Park is situated near a small village of Punakaiki on the State Highway 6. It is located midway between Westport and Greymouth.<\/p>\n