Discover the Timeless Charm of Eatwells Lookout

Getting There

• Walking

  Start at the Blenheim town center, specifically at the Blenheim i-SITE Visitor Centre on 1 Alfred Street. From there, head north towards George Street and turn left. Walk straight for about 1.5 km until you reach the intersection with Rapaura Road. Turn right onto Rapaura Road and continue walking for approximately 3 km. You will see signs indicating the start of the Queen Charlotte Track. Follow the signs to the track entrance. Once on the track, follow the markers for Eatwells Lookout. The lookout is approximately a 2-hour walk from the track entrance, offering beautiful views along the way.

• Cycling

  Begin your journey at the Blenheim town center, starting at the Blenheim i-SITE Visitor Centre on 1 Alfred Street. Rent a bike from a local rental shop if you don’t have one. Head north on Alfred Street, then turn left onto George Street. Continue straight for about 1.5 km and turn right onto Rapaura Road. Cycle along Rapaura Road for approximately 3 km until you see the signs for the Queen Charlotte Track. Follow the signs to the track and continue cycling until you reach Eatwells Lookout. The total cycling distance is about 10 km, and it should take around 1.5 to 2 hours to reach the lookout.

• Public Transport and Hiking

  From the Blenheim town center, walk to the nearest bus stop at the Blenheim i-SITE Visitor Centre. Take the bus that goes towards Picton and ask the driver to drop you off at the entrance to the Queen Charlotte Track. After getting off the bus, follow the signs to the track entrance. Once on the track, continue walking for approximately 2 hours until you reach Eatwells Lookout. Remember to check the bus schedule in advance to plan your return trip.