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Pancake Rocks

On the coastal cliffs of the West Coast, you'll find a stack of pancakes like no other.
By Concrete Playground
September 04, 2017
Pancake Rocks

Pancake Rocks, Punakaiki

Eroded by the elements to form what looks like stacks of pancakes, this limestone rock formation is a must-see sight in Punakaiki. The best time to visit is at high tide with a southwesterly swell to see the ocean swell into the caverns beneath the rocks and push the water through the formation's blowholes to create impressive fountains. It's also a good spot for dolphin spotting if you're lucky.

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