Cruising to
Pukeiti Gardens
A visit to Pukeiti
We’re excited to once again feature a visit to the spectacular Pukeiti Gardens as part of the Americarna 2027 programme on Wednesday 24 February.
Nestled between Mount Taranaki and the Kaitake Ranges, Pukeiti is one of the world’s largest and most diverse gardens, home to an extraordinary collection of rhododendrons and exotic plants, surrounded by lush native rainforest. Whether you’re a garden lover or simply curious to explore a new part of Taranaki, this exclusive event offers an opportunity to experience something special.
You’ll get to enjoy the natural beauty of Pukeiti at your own pace, soak in the peaceful setting and enjoy the gardens.
There are two groups for Pukeiti, with a limit of 50 vehicles per group.
- Group 1 NOW FULL- Enjoy morning tea, and exploring the gardens, before heading on to Ōpunake.
- Group 2 – Enjoy lunch, and exploring the gardens – please note this group will NOT be heading to Ōpunake.
Spots are limited and will be allocated on a first-in, first-served basis.
For more information about Pukeiti and what it has to offer, click here.
Any questions? Contact us at info@americarna.com or call 06 759 0027.
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Cruise Convoy Route
| GROUP 1 | |
|---|---|
| Depart New Plymouth Racecourse for Pukeiti Gardens | 9:30am |
| Exit Mason Drive, TURN LEFT onto Gover Street. | |
| Take the 2nd left onto Gilbert Street | |
| Carry on straight through-over Liardet Street | |
| At give way sign TURN LEFT onto Victoria Road | |
| Veer left as Victoria Road will run into Brooklands Road | |
| At the 1st roundabout, take the 2nd exit | |
| At the 2nd roundabout, take the 2nd exit (straight through) onto Carrington Street | |
| Follow Carrington Street all the way to Pukeiti | |
| DO NOT go down Plymouth Road, STAY ON and follow Pukeiti signs | |
| Depart GROUP 1 ONLY (continuing on to Ōpunakē) | 11:30am |
| Continuing down Carrington Road - DO NOT get onto Upper Petone Rd | |
| Go to the end of the asphalted Carrington Rd | |
| Turn right onto Saunders Rd | |
| VEER Left onto Wiremu Road | |
| Continue on Wiremu Road then TURN RIGHT onto Ihaia Road | |
| Follow Ihaia Road into Ōpunakē | |
| TURN RIGHT onto Tasman Street (SH45) | |
| Drive through the town, then TURN LEFT onto Havelock Street which will take you down to Ōpunakē beach. |
| GROUP 2 | |
|---|---|
| Depart New Plymouth Racecourse for Pukeiti Gardens | 11:30am |
| Exit Mason Drive | |
| Turn right onto SH3 | |
| Turn right onto Coronation Avenue/SH3 - do not stay on SH3 Ð intersection before state highway starts | |
| At the roundabout turn left onto Brooklands Road | |
| At the 2nd roundabout, take the 2nd exit (straight through) onto Carrington Street | |
| Follow Carrington Street all the way to Pukeiti | |
| DO NOT go down Plymouth Road, STAY ON and follow Pukeiti sign | |
| Travel back to New Plymouth (Do not head to Ōpunakē |
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