Cape Farewell

As the northernmost point of the South Island, the cape has been subjected to the elements, its rocky headlands shaped almost entirely by the ocean. Cape Farewell is accessible via a short stroll from the nearby Cape Farewell carpark, on a guided tour with Farewell Spit Tours, or when indulging in a scenic coastal adventure along the Puponga Hilltop Track. The Puponga Hilltop Track begins at Triangle Flat carpark, climbing steadily to the historic Pillar Point lighthouse. From here, you’ll traverse vast open farmland and undulating pastures toward Cape Farewell, with the option to continue to Wharariki Beach. Walking along the hilltops can be extremely windy, so it is recommended that you stay a safe distance from the edge of the cliff.