# Farewell Spit and Puponga Lookout

> The longest sand spit in New Zealand, a nature reserve and internationally important bird site, with a viewing platform at Puponga.

Source: https://camping-spirit.com/places/nzw-farewell-spit/

The longest sand spit in New Zealand, a nature reserve and internationally important bird site, with a viewing platform at Puponga. Vehicle access to the spit is only with licensed guided tours; check tide times and expect strong wind on the dunes.

- **Nearest town:** Collingwood, New Zealand
- **Category:** Nature & parks
- **GPS:** -40.5130, 172.7310

## Good to know

**Best time to go:** The most pleasant months are usually March–April and October–November. Still fine, with some compromises, in May, September and December–February. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

## Featured in these trip guides

- [From Nelson to Abel Tasman, Takaka and the Top of the South](https://camping-spirit.com/guides/nzw-abel-tasman-golden-bay/)

## Nearby

- [Wharariki Beach](https://camping-spirit.com/places/nzw-wharariki/) – 4 km
- [Pakawau Beach](https://camping-spirit.com/places/nzw-pakawau-beach/) – 9 km
- [Wainui Falls](https://camping-spirit.com/places/nzw-wainui-falls/) – 39 km
- [Te Waikoropupū Springs](https://camping-spirit.com/places/nzw-pupu-springs/) – 40 km

## FAQs

### Where is Farewell Spit and Puponga Lookout?

Farewell Spit and Puponga Lookout is in Collingwood, New Zealand, at GPS -40.5130, 172.7310.

### Which road trips pass Farewell Spit and Puponga Lookout?

Farewell Spit and Puponga Lookout is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: From Nelson to Abel Tasman, Takaka and the Top of the South.

### What is there to see near Farewell Spit and Puponga Lookout?

Places worth a stop nearby: Wharariki Beach (4 km), Pakawau Beach (9 km), Wainui Falls (39 km) and Te Waikoropupū Springs (40 km).

### When is the best time to visit Farewell Spit and Puponga Lookout?

The most pleasant months are usually March–April and October–November. Still fine, with some compromises, in May, September and December–February. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)