NZ's BEST? Road Trip Nelson to Pancakes Rocks Punakaiki

Join us on an unforgettable road trip as we drive from Nelson to the Pancakes Rocks Punakaiki. Exploring NZ’s West Coast South Island with its stunning views of rugged coastlines, lush forests, and majestic mountains, this journey offers the ultimate driving experience for nature lovers and adventure seekers alike. Is this the best driving road in New Zealand? Watch to find out!
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⏱️⏱️TIME STAMPS⏱️⏱️
00:00 Intro for the drive from Nelson to Pancake Rocks Punakaiki
01:16 Locations in the Nelson Tasman region
03:00 Travel from Nelson to Murchison
04:48 Exploring the Nelson Lakes National Park
08:15 Stops along the Buller River
12:20 Detour with Westport and Cape Foulwind
13:39 Cape Foulwind Coastal Walk and Lighthouse
14:39 Charleston Goldmine and Underworld Adventure Caving
16:40 Stop at Fox River with Ballroom Overhang
17:20 Stops north of Punakaiki and arrival
18:06 Travel Option from Nelson via Reefton NZ West Coast
20:47 Summary on travel highlights for drive Nelson to Punakaiki
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[@joeldavid7462]

Thanks for the description of this drive. We'll be spending the night at Cape Foulwind and then driving to Nelson/Abel Tasmen via Lake Rotoiti. Looks wonderful.

[@virtualjourneysnz]

Those are all great spots. Enjoy your time!

[@robbaskerville253]

Aha! Kilkenny Lookout! Years ago, I was on the bus back to Nelson from finishing the Heaphy Track, and we briefly stopped there for a look, but because I was napping when we stopped I didn't know where I was and have been wondering about it ever since.

[@virtualjourneysnz]

Great story! Nice to hear you got this solve now.