Puhi Puhi Campsite

Located in Puhi Puhi Scenic Reserve in the Marlborough region

This peaceful grassy campsite is near a short scenic bush walk.

Fees

  • Adult (18+ years): $10 per night
  • Child (5–17 years): $5 per night
  • Infant (0 - 4 years): free

Fees from 1 July 2025

  • Adult (18+ years): $15 per night
  • Child (5–17 years): $7.50 per night
  • Infant (0 - 4 years): free

Passes

The DOC Campsite Pass can be used at this campsite. 

Campsite Pass bookings must be booked online before occupying a site. If you do not book, bookings may be made by campground staff (if present) and will incur a $10 service charge. Sites may not be available if you do not book. 

Bookings

Book Puhi Puhi Campsite online. 

Bookings for 1 July 2025 to 30 June 2026

Bookings open at 9.30 am on Tuesday 20 May 2025.

All bookings are first-come first-served. We do not have waiting lists for bookings for future seasons or facilities that are already booked-out.

Bookings for stays up to 30 June 2025

Bookings are currently open.

From Kaikōura, head north on SH1 for 9 km. Turn left onto the Puhi Puhi Valley Road after crossing the Hapuku River. Travel up the road for 6 km and the campsite will be on your right.

Location

NZTM2000: E1660832, N5319967