Food Punakaiki has a number of local bars and eateries that you may wish to visit. If you intend to self-cater, then you will need to shop in Greymouth or Westport for food, as only basic grocery items are available in Punakaiki.
Petrol/Diesel
It is advisable to fill your vehicle with fuel as you pass through Greymouth or Westport as these are the closest petrol stations.
By Road
Via State Highway 6 [SH6] from the North (Nelson/Picton).
SH73 from the East
(Christchurch).
SH6 from the South (glaciers / Wanaka / Queenstown).
By Train
The scenic TranzAlpine train operates daily between Christchurch and Greymouth.
By Plane
Wellington—Westport,
Christchurch—Westport,
Wellington—Greymouth,
Christchurch—Greymouth,
Christchurch—Hokitika