North Catlins
The Catlins is a major highlight of the Southern Scenic Route. Situated off the beaten track, The Catlins encompasses the area between Kaka Point and Fortrose, spanning both Clutha and Southland Districts. The Catlins is an area of great contrasts and natural beauty with an abundance of wildlife. From magnificent coastal cliffs and headlands, long sweeping beaches, coves and sandy bays; to extensive temperate rainforests, waterfalls and rolling farmland, The Catlins is a fascinating, rugged place. The climate is temperate with a generous annual rainfall which nurtures the predominantly green landscape. more
The largest township is Owaka with a population of almost 400 people. Other settlements in The Catlins are Kaka Point, Pounawea, Tahakopa, Papatowai, Tokanui, Waikawa and Fortrose. In an area known for its remoteness and low population, The Catlins is really something special, allow plenty of time to explore!
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AWESOME TOURS - Dunedin
AWESOME TOURS - Dunedin
Mobile-friendly - Experience the awesome sights and beauty of Southern NZ. Showcasing the Heritage and Wildlife capital of NZ - Dunedin. Choose between small-group package tours, daily tours, shore excursion tours or design your own tour. Experienced and knowledgeable driver/guides look after all your needs. Recipient of Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence last 7 years, member of Trip Advisors Hall of Fame.
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BACK TO NATURE TOURS - Dunedin
BACK TO NATURE TOURS - Dunedin
Mobile-friendly - Imagine spending a day experiencing rare wildlife, stunning viewpoints, iconic architecture and taking you shoes off to walk on a pristine beach. This becomes reality on our Dunedin day tours that are scheduled to work in with our busy cruise ship calendar. Let our professional guides bring you back to nature on a journey through history, scenery and wildlife.
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CHEEKY KEA TOURS - South Island
CHEEKY KEA TOURS - South Island
We have an adventure package to suit EVERYONE! Touring isn't just a job for us, it's a lifestyle! We are local, we are fun and we love adventure, so who better to guide you on your epic South Island adventure tour than us!?
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ELM WILDLIFE TOURS - Dunedin
ELM WILDLIFE TOURS - Dunedin
Mobile-friendly - New Zealand's best wildlife tour—visit one of the world's few untouched areas with its amazing wildlife and spectacular scenery. Our 'Peninsula Encounter' is absolutely unrivalled offering close, exciting, small group viewing of royal albatross, hookers sealions, blue penguins, New Zealand fur seals and yellow eyed penguins in a beautiful isolated area. New Zealand Tourism Award winner in four categories.
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ELM WILDLIFE TOURS - Port Chalmers, Dunedin
ELM WILDLIFE TOURS - Port Chalmers, Dunedin
Mobile-friendly - This exclusive single day shore excursion presents DUNEDIN, New Zealand's most beautiful city, and the grandeur of the Otago Peninsula with its unique wildlife and spectacular scenery. Our exclusive private penguin conservation area allows you to go where others have no access, to appreciate the animals, the solitude and the beautiful coastline. Available only to people traveling by cruise ship.
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KAKA POINT CAMPING GROUND - Catlins Coast
KAKA POINT CAMPING GROUND - Catlins Coast
Kaka Point Camp Ground is surrounded by beautiful coastal remnant bush with a lot of native animals and birds. Different types of accommodation, cabins, sheltered tent and power sites are available. We have many different activities to do around the area and are only a 10-minute drive from Roaring Bay, the home of the yellow eyed penguins.
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NEWHAVEN HOLIDAY PARK - Surat Bay, Catlins Coast
NEWHAVEN HOLIDAY PARK - Surat Bay, Catlins Coast
Mobile-friendly - Newhaven Holiday Park is the ideal place to base yourself to explore the Catlins. Perfect for those travelling the Southern Scenic Route or looking for a retreat in a natural, idyllic surrounding. The new guest lounge creates an excellent venue to accommodate small groups such as schools, churches, family reunions, business conferences and retreats. Special group rates available. Free Wifi.
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NEW ZEALAND ENCOUNTERS CUSTOM VACATION DESIGN
NEW ZEALAND ENCOUNTERS CUSTOM VACATION DESIGN
New Zealand Encounters are an experienced and Qualmarked Inbound Tour Operator, designing Vacations for our clients from all around the World, all accommodations we use for our clients are inspected by us to ensure your quality experience. With have experienced Guides to share their stories, experience and knowledge with you. Let us help you with your visit to New Zealand
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NEW ZEALAND PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOPS - New Zealand
NEW ZEALAND PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOPS - New Zealand
Mobile-friendly - Join New Zealand's top landscape, nature and wildlife photographers to help you to get the most from your photography or visit to New Zealand. From 1-day Photography Workshops to 17-day NZ Photo Tours with New Zealand's leading landscape and wildlife photographers.
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Nugget Point - Off the beaten track
Nugget Point - Off the beaten track
Nugget Point is one of the most distinctive land formations along the coast of the Otago region of the South Island. Located at the northern end of the Catlins coast down the road from Kaka Point, this steep headland has a lighthouse at its tip and is surrounded by The Nuggets (a number of scattered rocky islets).
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Nugget Lodge - The Catlins, South Otago
Nugget Lodge - The Catlins, South Otago
Mobile-friendly - Enjoy a unique experience staying absolutely on the water's edge bordering the historic Nuggets Lighthouse and wildlife reserve. Two modern, private, self-contained units, centrally heated, superb ocean and beach views, wildlife close-by including sea lions and yellow-eyed penguins. Use Nugget Lodge as a base to explore The Catlins.
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Land of The Long Long Drive
Land of the Long Long Drive This show for the whole family is the third tour from the 2024 stable of touring artists with Arts On Tour NZ. And it will be a long long drive of over 6000 kilometres for the cast and crew ...
Where: Regent Theatre, Dunedin, Otago
Address: 17 The Octagon, Dunedin, Otago
From: 2:00pm on Sunday 28th April 2024
To: 3:00pm on Sunday 28th April 2024
Lake Hawea Live Music!
Enjoy Live Music and free kids marshmallows every Sunday from 3PM outside on our deck through Spring/Summer. Don't forget our happy hour on all our tap beers, house wine and house spirits from 5-6PM. T&C's ...
Where: Lake Hawea Hotel, Wanaka, Queenstown Lakes
Address: 1 Capel Ave, Hawea, Wanaka, Queenstown Lakes
From: 3:00pm on Sunday 1st October 2023
To: 6:00pm on Sunday 28th April 2024
No Rain, No Rainforest
Have you noticed it's humid in our forest? Ever wondered how much rain falls in a rainforest? Experience rainy season in Tūhura's Tropical Forest! Get set to get wet, and experience how a rainforest and its ...
Where: Otago Museum, Dunedin, Otago
Address: 419 Great King Street, Dunedin, Otago
From: 12:00pm on Friday 19th April 2024
To: 12:30pm on Sunday 28th April 2024
George Street Orchard Tours
6 x 45-minute sessions 27th & 28th of April All these sub-tropical fruits grown in a garden on George Street, Dunedin. How does he do it? Rory's guided tours will have a maximum of 15 people at a time Choose ...
Where: George Street ORchard, Dunedin, Otago
Address: 834 George Street, Dunedin, Otago
From: 10:00am on Saturday 27th April 2024
To: 4:00pm on Sunday 28th April 2024
Keeper Time
Did you know our tropical forest is home to more than just our beautiful butterflies? Join our science communicators to find out all about our other species! From terrapins to tarantulas there's something exciting to ...
Where: Otago Museum, Dunedin, Otago
Address: 419 Great King Street, Dunedin, Otago
From: 3:00pm on Friday 19th April 2024
To: 3:30pm on Sunday 28th April 2024
See Space Up Close!
The Beverly-Begg Observatory is a Dunedin landmark located at 1A City Road, Belleknowes. Come along to see and learn about our night sky. The team at the Dunedin Astronomical Society will provide a laser guided tour ...
Where: Beverly-Begg Observatory, Dunedin, Otago
Address: Robin Hood Park, Ross Street, Dunedin, Otago
From: 7:00pm on Friday 19th April 2024
To: 9:00pm on Sunday 28th April 2024
Autumn Collection - Featuring John Lyall & Christine Hellyar
Fe29 Gallery is proud to present our varied Autumn Collection, featuring John Lyall and Christine Hellyar, along with a number of other Fe29 artists. The feature image, Copper Moa, an oil stick drawing on heavy paper by ...
Where: Fe29 Gallery, Dunedin, Otago
Address: 30 Sandringham St, Dunedin, Otago
From: 10:00am on Saturday 23rd March 2024
To: 5:00pm on Sunday 28th April 2024
Tony and Alethea Roche Art Exhibition
A fantastic selection of oil paintings by both Tony and Alethea Roche. This multi talented couple have been painting for over 40 years and have a very diverse selection of artwork. Alethea paints with the back of a ...
Where: Central Art Gallery, Queenstown, Queenstown
Address: 71 Beach Street Queenstown
From: 9:00am on Tuesday 23rd April 2024
To: 6:00pm on Monday 29th April 2024
Balfolk Minibals 2pm At Toitū
Come in and celebrate the end of another month by spending a Sunday afternoon of movement in the light-filled space of the Josephine Foyer of Toitū Otago Settlers Museum. No need to come with a partner, join Balfolk ...
Where: Toitū Otago Settlers Museum, Dunedin, Otago
Address: 31 Queens Garden, Dunedin, Otago
From: 2:00pm on Sunday 25th February 2024
To: 3:30pm on Sunday 24th November 2024
Hope and Sons Art Awards 2024
The Art Awards have been a successful biennial event, first starting in 1998 to commemorate the150th anniversary of the Otago province. The support for local art, having become a strong family tradition, is reflected ...
Where: Otago Art Society, Dunedin, Otago
Address: 22 Anzac Ave, Dunedin, Otago
From: 10:00am on Saturday 20th April 2024
To: 4:00pm on Saturday 18th May 2024