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Beach walks, sea caves, lagoon walks, yellow-eyed penguins, romantic sunsets & moody sunrises, wildlife & more
Nothing invigorates the senses more than fresh sea air.
Plan your next trip to one of 14 stunning, unique coastal destinations.
Why not reflect on your pioneering heritage
Forget today and take a step back in time & reminisce
Retrace the steps of your ancestors and get as close as you can to a bygone era
Wide open to big Southern Ocean swells, enjoy one of several world class surf spots within majestical locations
Not for the faint hearted - prepare to get the adrenaline pumping!
Traverse & explore the beautiful Waikouaiti River on a modern waka ama (outrigger) or waka unua (double hull)
Deepen your connection to the natural environment as you voyage across the enchanting Waikouaiti River
Silence, tranquility & reflection, while sometimes spooky our local Cemeteries & heritage churches are always peaceful
Enjoy a quite stroll through one of several historic burial grounds that provide the resting place for many of our pioneering families
Learn & experience our local Māori culture & heritage. Enjoy hands on experiences with Tangata Whenua
Māori heritage is rich. Māori were long settled in Otago before eurpoean settlers arrived.
Learn to ride a pony, play golf, skate, play tennis or enjoy one of many other sporting activities
“The horse, with beauty unsurpassed, strength immeasurable and grace unlike any other, still remains humble enough to carry a man upon his back.” Amber Senti
1st Sunday of every month. Set up your own market stall
Home-made, pre-loved & collectables
Enjoy absolute still & silence. Breath in the fresh cool air of native forest. The only sounds will be bird & wild life
Forget yesterday & today and set off to any one of many peaceful, tranquil & unique regional parks or reserves. There is nothing more reinvigorating!
Surround yourself with nature and animals living in the wild without threat from introduced pests
Why not make a date with nature?
Reflect on bygone eras, learn about your ancestry, or appreciate the work of one of many local artisans
Take time to reflect on how we have progressed as a community through the ages
A collection of over 9000 treasured items plus warm & inviting hosts make for an awesome day out
Coming Soon - a world class new exhibition centre, nearing completion.
Lots of awesome venues & community facilities, and even the most audacious pissoir in New Zealand?
The 'Turdis' - your chance to swipe left and right to Mozarts Lacrimosa, in hi fidelity.