The blowhole is in the Tunnel Rocks Scenic Reserve and is a large hole 55 metres deep, 200 metres from the sea. It is an exhilarating walk to the top with panoramic views across Jack’s Bay and beyond Jack’s Blowhole. The area is named after Tukawaiki (Ngai Tahu), a wily warrior who played a prominent role in the defeat of Te Rauparaha near Cape Campbell in 1831. Signed the Treaty of Waitangi in full military regalia as the King of Bluff, travelling later to Wellington in his own vessel the Perseverance to meet the Governor. One of New Zealand’s heroes whose name is scattered throughout the region.
- Facilities: Picnic tables, no toilet facilities
- Getting there: Jacks Blowhole is about 10 km from Owaka. Turn off the main road into Pounawea Road and follow this for 850 m to the turn into Hinahina Road. Follow Hinahina Road for 6 km then turn into Jacks Bay Road.
