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Hostels are a great way to stay for a lower cost, so you can save your budget for sightseeing. We’ve heard good things about this destination’s natural setting, including its beaches and forests.

Good weather’s definitely a plus when you want to venture out and explore, so here’s some information about the seasons: The hottest months are usually February and January with an average temp of 61°F, while the coldest months are July and August with an average of 50°F. The rainiest months in Punakaiki are May, September, December, and October, with each month seeing an average of 13 inches of rainfall.

Depending on how you want to spend your time, you might like to check out the area around Punakaiki. Get out into nature with places like Punakaiki Beach, Pancake Rocks, and Paparoa National Park. Additional attractions include Underworld Adventures, Pororari River Track, and Punakaiki Pancake Rocks and Blowholes.

Keep this information about transit options in Punakaiki in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the closest airport, which is Westport (WSZ), located 28.3 mi (45.5 km) away from the city center. Another option is Hokitika (HKK), which is 45.6 mi (73.3 km) away.