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SOUTHLAND / OTAGO
THE
NEW ZEALAND
OFFICIAL VISITORS GUIDE 2020/2021
Welcome...
Only leave your footprints; only take photographs and memories...
(photo: CCI)
Kia Ora and welcome to The Remember The Catlins is another
Catlins, a major highlight of the special part of New Zealand/Aotearoa
Southern Scenic Route. Situated that has steep topography and quite
off the beaten track, The Catlins large distances from main cities; this
encompasses the area between means cell phone coverage is not
Fortrose and Kaka Point and always accessible. Plan your days,
inland to Mokoreta. You will
journey through rural heartland
keep water on hand for long drives
and always take note of fuel stops Contents
and podocarp forest, past rugged as they are sometimes few and far
coastlines, hidden lakes and 2 Welcome
between.
stunning waterfalls. The natural 4 Origins and Our Past
landscapes are enthralling and the The Catlins has many wonderful 6 Wildlife
wildlife is extraordinary. experiences to share. Accept our 8 Walks and Natural Attractions
invitation and stay a few days. Meet 11 Emergency information
The Catlins southern location
the local people and relax on ‘Catlins 12 Camping information
bestows upon us long summer
time’.
days perfect for exploring. 13 Activities
Vivid sunsets and long twilight Tatu te Whenua
evenings lead on to ideal star Please leave the land undisturbed. 16 Food and Services
gazing opportunities. Rainy days
bring fresh growth to pastures 19 Accommodation
(photo: Cicell Jenks)
and forest while strong winds 26 Map
shape the forests and raise
impressive waves along the coast. Back cover: Care Code
Come prepared to enjoy dynamic
weather conditions.
Be sure to visit the local information
centres at Owaka, Waikawa, Tokanui, Curio Bay
Tumu Toka Curioscape and Fortrose for helpful tips
and local knowledge about The Catlins area.
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Origins and our Past The first European communities
centred around short-lived
wool, grain and timber.
Waikawa was a bustling port
whaling stations during the town with a succession of
The region’s namesake was a Early Māori were the first 1830s. Sawmilling then became industries including whaling,
ship’s captain who regularly people to live and travel the sustaining industry. The sawmilling, gold mining, stone
carried exports to Australia. extensively in the region, prosperity of these early quarrying, flax milling, sheep
Edward Cattlin purchased a attracted by the abundance settlements relied on shipping and dairy farming. Owaka in
huge tract of land from local of seafood in coastal waters and good port access. the north was settled later
Māori in 1840. However, and prolific birdlife in the
authorities later reduced his forest, including the large Dense forest meant an isolated during the 1860s and, again,
existence and volatile seas sawmilling and timber exports
claim and did not formally Moa bird (now extinct).
transfer title until 1873. This was caused many shipwrecks along became big business.
Māori legends reverberate The Catlins coast. Among them By the 1920s the railway had
a bit late for Captain Cattlin who
with colourful escapades of New Zealand’s worst civilian arrived, Waikawa harbour had
had died in Sydney, 17 years
great chiefs like Tuhawaiki maritime disaster – the SS silted up and coastal shipping
earlier. Still, his name has stayed
and large hairy monsters Tararua at Waipapa Point in reduced. The boom times were
with us, albeit with a slight
of the forest known as 1881 with 131 lives lost. over. Today farming, fishing
modification to the spelling.
‘Maeroero’.
Nevertheless, the early towns and eco-tourism are the main
thrived. Fortrose exported industries.
The Wreck of the Manuka (watercolour: Fergus Sutherland)
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The Catlins is one of the best spots in New Zealand to see
Yellow-Eyed Penguins (Hoiho). (photo: Venture Southland)
Mohua (photo: Philip S. Melgren) Sea Lions (Whakahao) (photo: Fergus Sutherland)
Which way (Slope Point)
Wildlife Yellow-Eyed Penguins
The Yellow-Eyed Penguin
Seals & Sea Lions
New Zealand Fur Seals
Birdlife
The Catlins boasts a variety of sea and
Hector’s Dolphins Hoiho is an endangered and Kekeno, New Zealand Sea forest birds. Shags roost in trees on
Hector’s Dolphins Tutumairekurai unique species. Distinguished Lions Whakahao and the the coast and river edges while Gulls
/Tūpoupou are one of our shy by its distinct yellow eyes and odd formidable Elephant and Terns are seen close to shore.
local species. These little black headband, the Yellow-Eyed Seal can be found Further out, the likes of Muttonbirds
and white dolphins can be seen Penguin is native to New sunning themselves on Tītī, Gannets Takapu and Mollymawks
in the summer surf at Porpoise Zealand. Hoiho, its Māori various Catlins beaches dive for fish. Herons Kotuku, Pied
Bay. They are one of the rarest name, imitates its shrill call and (especially Waipapa Point Stilts, Bar Tailed Godwits Kuaka and
and smallest dolphins in the translates to ‘the noise shouter’. and Surat Bay). The only Oystercatchers Toreapango wade in
world. Swimming with the Penguins are best viewed at place on mainland New the estuaries. Fernbirds Kōtātā/Mātātā
dolphins is discouraged; it is best dawn or dusk and observed Zealand where all three and Bitterns Kaoriki hide amongst the
to watch them from the shore. If at a minimum of 50 metres. co-exist is at Nugget rushes and Kingfishers Kōtare survey the
you are in the water, please do A special hide at Roaring Bay Point. Please keep your rivers. Forest songsters include Bellbirds
not approach the dolphins. provides discreet viewing. distance (at least 20 Korimako/Makomako and Mohua.
Never approach a penguin metres) at all times as Fantails Pīwakawaka/Tīwakawaka/
as they are shy and easily these animals can be Piwaiwaka and Tomtits Miromiro are
frightened. Please keep your aggressive and chase often seen near walking tracks, while
distance and stay concealed people when feeling the Tui and the New Zealand Pigeon
if possible. Dogs are strictly threatened. Keep dogs Kererū are amongst those in the canopy
prohibited from penguin well away. overhead.
colonies.
Curio Bay (photo: Venture Southland)
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Waipapa Point (photo: Cicell Jenks)
Waikawa Harbour (photo: Ellie van Empel)
Ferns (photos: Fergus Sutherland) Cathedral Caves (photo: Clutha Development Inc.)
Walks and Natural Attractions wheelchair track and a longer 3
hour wilderness track through
The Catlins least known
waterfalls. The track may be
native bush. muddy and slippery. (40 minutes
Endless sightseeing choices await keep to formed tracks and only leave At Curio Bay/Tumu Toka you return).
you inland and along the coast. footprints. will find an ancient geological Cathedral Caves resonate
Our native forests are home to The cliffs at Fortrose command phenomenon of international with the sound of the sea. Rising
mighty podocarp trees including spectacular views of the southern significance – the Petrified more than 30 metres in places,
Rimu, Totara, Matai, Kahikatea coastline and the Fortrose Estuary. At Forest. Fossilised trees similar to they are all at once imposing,
and Miro. Other trees to be found Waipapa Point, walk to the historic Kauri and Matai lie embedded on grand and truly cathedral-like.
include Silver Beech, Tawhai lighthouse and Tararua Acre, the coastal bedrock, remnants of a The caves’ private access is
and Flowering Kamahi and Rata. cemetery of many of the victims of 170 million year old Jurassic era opened only at low tide with a
Perching plants, orchids, vines the 1881 shipping disaster. forest. Please do not damage or small road fee (cash only). The
and 28 species of fern fill in the Slope Point, the southernmost remove any fossils. Also at Curio caves’ opening is subject to safe
gaps, creating a perfect habitat point of the South Island, has Bay/Tumu Toka is the Living sea conditions and can be closed
for native birds and insects. Most windswept trees and a magnificent Forest walk; this is a direct at short notice (1 hour return).
tracks are maintained by our view over the southern ocean. descendant of the Petrified Forest. Closed June to end of October.
Department of Conservation; Waipohatu is a tranquil picnic Koropuku Falls This charming Lake Wilkie is reflective
remember it is always safer to area offering a short 20 minute 10 mtr high waterfall is one of and peaceful. There is a
Nugget Point/Tokatā (photo: Fergus Sutherland) Windswept trees at Slope Point (photo: Fergus Sutherland)
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OFFICIAL WEBSITE:
WEBSITE: www.catlins.org.nz THE CATLINS OFFICIAL WEBSITE: www.catlins.org.nz 9
Matai Falls (photo: Fergus Sutherland)
Purakaunui (photo: Clutha Development Inc.)
clear succession of naturally habitats with activities for young is a 15-20 minute informative Walk to a spectacular blowhole
establishing forest here. During people, and the Old Coach Road. history and forest walk. with exploding waves and
summer the red brilliance of Tautuku Estuary – journey Purakaunui Falls is a picture roaring sound effects when at
flowering Rata is stunning through time on this historic trail. of beauty. Surrounded by bush, high tide. Jacks Blowhole is 100
(30 minutes return). There is an easy track leading this magnificent waterfall metres inland from the sea. It
View the sweeping Tautuku through podocarp forest and cascades 20 metres over three has been known historically for
Beach and Bay from Florence out onto a boardwalk above the distinct tiers (20 minutes return). its ability to dramatically spout
Hill. To the east is the rugged estuary flats. Enjoy the raucous Other enjoyable waterfalls water. Tunnel damage means
Papatowai coastline where morning birdsong and look are McLean Falls (40 minutes that ideal sea conditions are
surfers from New Zealand and out for the rare Fernbird (30 return) and Matai Falls required for this effect to occur (1
elsewhere come to surf the big minutes return). Picnic Point is (30 minutes return). Also at hour return).
waves of the southern ocean. At reached via native bush and a Matai Falls, the Matai Rail Trail Getting to the lighthouse
Papatowai is the Shanks Bush sandy coastline with interesting (1 hour return). at Nugget Point/Tokatā is an
Nature Trail with a 20 minute walk rock pools (30 minutes return). The Catlins River Walk and exhilarating experience. The
to enjoy many different natural The LENZ Reserve Nature Trail Wisp Loop Track provide one roar of the sea rushes to fill your
or two days walking through ears, and the visual drama of
native beech and planted vast skies, endless ocean and
forest. The routes feature swing sheer cliffs to the left and right is
bridges, high altitude views and gripping. Its name is derived from
opportunities to see the rare the sea-worn rocks that resemble
Mohua bird. gold nuggets (20 minutes return).
EMERGENCY DIAL 111
Tokanui Health Centre Phone/Fax 03 246 8850
Purakaunui Falls (photo: Fergus Sutherland)
District Nurse available, Mon-Fri – ring first to check hours
After Hours Ph. 0800 426 285 (ask for Tokanui Nurse to be paged)
Can see both visitors and locals. No weekend coverage.
Southland Hospital, Invercargill Phone 03 218 1949
Catlins Medical Centre – Owaka
Phone 03 415 8006 anytime
Balclutha Hospital Phone 03 419 0500
(For Doctor on duty phone 03 419 0400)
Healthline 0800 611 116
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Please stay in Holiday Parks, Department
of Conservation camping grounds or
other designated areas. Bottom Bus – Catlins Spectacular
The Catlins
ACTIVITIES
l Showing off the sights and
Where can you camp? Fully Self
Contained
Non self contained
(no toilet, shower or delights of the scenic south
camp
where will youYes
1. Holiday Parks
grey water storage)
Yes
l Walks to natural attractions and
wildlife encounters
l Small groups, fully guided
2. DOC Campsites Yes Yes personalised service
l Flexible options to see the
3. Designated camping sites with Catlins in one day or longer
a toilet Yes Yes l Full Catlins tour from Dunedin,
4. Designated camping sites Queenstown, Te Anau or
Yes No
Assume
without a toilet
Assume Nothing
Nothing
Invercargill; options to Stewart
Island and Milford Sound BOOKINGS & ENQUIRIES
Phone 03 477 9083
Assume
IfAlways
Assume
Always ask Nothing
ask here
Nothing
in doubt, assume nothing
here
– always ask here:
l Year round schedule
www.headfirsttravel.com
www.headfirsttravel.com
Email: bookings@headfirsttravel.com
Always
Always ask
ask here
here Destination Clutha
Known for its friendly locals,
amazing wildlife, diverse
landscapes, and rich gold
mining history, the Clutha
Non Self
Fully Self District showcases a unique
Where can you camp? Contained
Fully Self
Contained
Non Self
and unspoilt Kiwi experience.
Where can you camp? Contained
(noContained
toilet, shower or
greyNon
waterSelf
(no toilet,
storage)
shower or
Fully Self Non
waterSelf
Where can you camp? Fully Self
Contained
grey storage) Our focus is on developing
Where canParks
1 Holiday you camp? YES
Contained
Contained YES
(noContained
toilet, shower or
greytoilet,
watershower
storage) and supporting initiatives
1 Holiday Parks YES (no
YES or
grey water storage) that make the Clutha District
1
2 Holiday Parks
DOC Campsites YES YES a place where people love to www.cluthanz.com
1
2 Holiday Parks
DOC Campsites YES
YES YES
YES live, work, invest and visit. #CluthaNZ
f/cluthanewzealand
Designated camping sites
2
3
2
DOC
with
Campsites
DOCaCampsites
toiletcamping sites
Designated YES
YES YES
YES Regional Tourism Organisation
3 with a toilet YES YES
3
4
3
4
Designated
with
with
a toilet
without
a
a toilet
Designated
toilet
camping
sites
Designated camping sites
camping sites
sites YES
YES
YES
YES
NO
YES
NO
Heritage Trail
without a toilet
Designated camping sites Catlins Coastal Heritage Trail
4 YES NO
www.camping.org.nz
Designated camping sites
4 without a toilet
YES NO l Fortrose & Fortrose Cemetery
www.camping.org.nz
without a toilet
l Waipapa Point Lighthouse:
www.camping.org.nz
www.camping.org.nz
– Tararua Acre
l Slope Point: the South Island’s
most southern point
l Waipohatu
Take only photos – native forest walks
Take only photos
leave
Take onlyphotos
footprints l Curio Bay
Take only
leave onlyphotos
only footprints – petrified forest
– yellow-eyed penguins ENQUIRIES
leave
leave only footprints
only footprints – Hector’s dolphins
Visit local information centres
for a brochure on the Heritage Trail
l Waikawa – museum or email info@catlins.org.nz
l Niagara – waterfall
Catlins Horse Riding 4
l Personalised horse riding to
suit your level of experience,
from relaxed to exhilarating!
l Experience the coastal Catlins
on horseback – view spectacular
scenery, native bush, farmland,
farm animals and wildlife
l Located 2.5km from Owaka,
Pounawea and Surat Bay
l Rides from 30 mins/$30
flexible timetable BOOKINGS & ENQUIRIES
l Advance bookings strongly Cara Meyer
recommended 41 Newhaven Road, RD1 Owaka
Phone 027 629 2904 or 03 415 8368
www.catlinshorseriding.co.nz Email catlinshorses@outlook.com
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ACTIVITIES Catlins Info Centre & Owaka Museum 6 Curio Bay Christian Fellowship 21
Come and share the love of
ACTIVITIES
Catlins Information Centre l
l Information on The Catlins and Jesus at a church with an
Clutha – activities, attractions ocean view
and accommodation
www.cluthanz.com l Services each Sunday 10.30am
l Lunch to follow
l Warm welcome to all
Owaka Museum Wahi Kahuika,
The Meeting Place – ‘a rest on your CONTACT & ENQUIRIES l Pastor Paul & Celia Watson
journey’ captures the essence of 10 Campbell Street, Owaka, The Catlins
The Catlins. Visit this popular visitor Phone Catlins Information Centre 03 415 8371 CONTACT
hub with its informative exhibitions Email catlinsinfo@cluthadc.govt.nz
Curio Bay Christian Fellowship Curio Bay Christian Community Centre
to discover the exciting history that Phone Owaka Museum 03 415 8323 Facebook 41 Mair Road, Curio Bay, South Catlins
made this region what it is today. Hours: M–F 9.30am–4.30pm, Weekends: 10–4 Ph/Fax 03 246 8431
www.owakamuseum.org.nz Email owakamuseum@outlook.com www.curiobay.info Email paulwat1942@hotmail.com
Thickthorne Llamas 18 The Gateway Experience 21
l Visit our Fibre Producers: Llamas, The people of Tumu Toka Curio
Guanacos and Gotland sheep Bay welcome you to a world-class
l Specialising in fine fibres for interactive centre sharing unique
spinning, knitting and felting; stories of this amazing place on
plus Llama, Guanaco and the edge of time. From ancient
Gotland knitting yarn geological beginnings, nature
l Spinning/weaving tuition and people have transformed life
l Exclusive clothing label ‘The on the coast many times.
Valley Beyond’; plus accessories, l Admission –
handwoven and crocheted Adults $15, Children $2
throws, and other novelties BOOKINGS & ENQUIRIES BOOKINGS & ENQUIRIES
l Guided Tours also available
l Small cover charge, unless Janette Buckingham 590 Waikawa-Curio Bay Rd
l The Great Kiwi Experience
purchasing from Gallery. 63 Waikawa Valley Road, 1RD Tokanui 9884 Curio Bay 9884
Phone 03 246 8499 Tours available this summer Phone 03 246 8897
www.catlins.org.nz/activities Email thickthorne@xtra.co.nz www.curioscape.co.nz Email caferestaurant@curioscape.co.nz
Waikawa Museum & Information 20 Tokanui Multi-Play Park 23
Based in the old school building, Tokanui Multi-Play Park is
the Museum contains artifacts conveniently situated on McEwan
and history of the colonial Street, Tokanui, opposite the
settlers and information on playground. It features:
local shipping, goldmining, l State-of-the-art skate ramps
sawmilling and farming in the
area. Also a good collection of l A tar-sealed scooter track
photographs. l A small BMX bike track
l Research undertaken
l Information, brochures,
accommodation bookings, BOOKINGS & ENQUIRIES
Waikawa Museum & Information Centre
telephone, stamps, postbox, Phone 03 246 8464 ADDRESS
newspapers, WiFi 604 Niagara-Waikawa Highway Tokanui Multi-Play Park
l Open daily Email waikawamuseum@farmside.co.nz McEwan Street, RD1 Tokanui
Tui (photo: Fergus Sutherland). Bellbird (Korimako/Makomako) (photo: Fergus Sutherland).
See page 7 for more information on the local birdlife. See page 7 for more information on the local birdlife.
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FOOD & SERVICES Catlins Brewery 1 Papatowai Country Store & Motels 13
FOOD & SERVICES
Ask for the Catlins Brewery local l 2 minute walk to beach
brew when in The Catlins. We use
l Groceries, beer, wine,
all NZ ingredients to produce a
24 hour fuel, motels
fine drop of beer and cider.
l Pies, muffins, ice cream,
Available at: sodas, snacks
l The Point Café and Bar
l Camping, automotive and
l The Lumberjack Restaurant
fishing supplies
l Fortrose Café
l Also from the Catlins Brewery l 3x self-contained motel units
at Kaka Point – visits and sales ENQUIRIES BOOKINGS & ENQUIRIES
Catlins Brewery l WiFi available
by appointment, or online. Papatowai Country Store & Motels
3 Brighton Street, Kaka Point, The Catlins 2501 Papatowai Highway, Papatowai, Catlins
Phone 03 412 8661 Phone 03 415 8147
www.catlinsbrewery.co.nz Email info@catlinsbrewery.co.nz www.papatowaistore.com Email stay@catlinsnz.com
The Point Café & Bar 1 The Whistling Frog, Eat & Stay 15
l The Point Café & Bar is in the l Award winning, gourmet
heart of the small township of casual dining
Kaka Point – a small walk from l Quality accommodation
any accommodation and camping
l Sit back and relax with l Central to Catlins Attractions
panoramic views of the ocean l Wifi available when you stay
while dining or playing a game l Advance bookings
of pool recommended
l Open 7 days a week
l Daily Happy Hour and
l Breakfast
outdoor Pool Table
“Best Craft Beer Selection” BOOKINGS & ENQUIRIES
l Lunch
l
BOOKINGS & ENQUIRIES in Southland Whistling Frog Restaurant & Resort
l Dinner 9 Rewcastle Road, Chaslands, Catlins
Lisa Lee, Ph 03 412 8800, 027 542 7742
l Best Seafood Chowder 58 Esplanade, Kaka Point Phone 03 415 8338 or 03 415 8668
and Blue Cod in South Otago Email lisa@thepointcafe.co.nz www.whistlingfrogresort.com Email stay@catlinsnz.com
Catlins Inn & Caravan Park 6 Niagara Falls Café/Restaurant 19
The Catlins Inn offers a friendly Our refurbished old school has a
community sports bar with casual, warm atmosphere.
outside decks and a relaxing café
l Best stop in the Catlins by
l T.A.B. l Pool table
Cuisine Restaurant Guide
l 4 gaming machines
l Ryley’s Café, country style menu l Voted best coffee between
l Function room, groups up to Invercargill and Dunedin
45, own bar, kitchen, 50” TV l All day homemade menu
Accommodation available:
l 3 modern serviced guest rooms l Slices, cakes, desserts, made here
with bathrooms and TVs BOOKINGS & ENQUIRIES BOOKINGS & ENQUIRIES
Yvonne Evans l Gallery with local art and crafts 200m from Niagara Falls
and a 3 bedroom apartment 21 Ryley Street, Owaka, South Otago 256 Niagara Waikawa Road, Niagara, South Catlins
l Caravan Park with powered Phone 03 415 8350 Phone 03 246 8577
and non-powered sites Email catlinsinn@clt-trust.co.nz www.niagarafallscafe.co.nz Email niagarafallscafe@xtra.co.nz
BakeHouse Takeaways 6
Located in the heart of The
Catlins is Bakehouse Takeaways.
This retro food caravan is a must
visit when in Owaka . Outdoor
covered seating or takeaway
available. The best burgers and
fish ‘n’ chips in The Catlins.
l Fish ‘n’ Chips
l Burgers, Pizzas
l Sushi, Japanese Curry
l Vegetarian options available ENQUIRIES
8 Waikawa Road, Owaka, The Catlins
Phone 027 267 9839 Overlooking Curio Bay/Tumu Toka (photo: Tony Wills)
Find us on Facebook Email catlinskurumi@gmail.com
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FOOD & SERVICES Tumu Toka Curioscape Café/Restaurant 21 Cardno’s Accommodation 1
ACCOMMODATION
Tumu Toka Curioscape Café and Kaka Point is an ideal base to
Restaurant is an excellent place to access the spectacular scenery
stop in for a snack or a meal. and wildlife of The Catlins.
Serving Kiwi classics, scrumptious l Magnificent views of sea, beach,
seafood, sweet treats and barista Nugget Point lighthouse
coffee all with an enviable view of l 1 minute walk to beach,
the coastline. restaurant/shop/café/bar
l Open 7 days a week l Local native bushwalk
l Warm, inviting atmosphere l Self-contained apartment with
l Friendly staff cooking facilities
BOOKINGS & ENQUIRIES l Studio unit with fridge, BOOKINGS & ENQUIRIES
l Fully licensed
590 Waikawa-Curio Bay Rd microwave & breakfast facilities Laura & Chris Irwin
l Gluten free, dairy-free and
Curio Bay 9884 l Free WiFi
8 Marine Terrace, Kaka Point, RD1 Balclutha
vegetarian options available Phone 03 246 8897 Phone 03 412 8181 Fax 03 412 8101
www.curioscape.co.nz Email caferestaurant@curioscape.co.nz www.cardnosaccommodation.co.nz Email info@cardnos.co.nz
Tokanui Food Centre & Post Shop23 Kaka Point Camping Ground 1
Tokanui Food Centre is a l Peaceful settings
convenience store and local l Native bush and birds
information centre, situated l Adjacent to bush walk
within the Tokanui township, on l 400 metre walk to beach,
the Southern Scenic Route. café and bar
l Open all year, 7 days l Sheltered tent and powered
l Fish and chips, burgers sites
l Top Taste Chicken l Comfortable cabins
l Rolls, sandwiches, cakes l Great showers and laundry
l Well appointed kitchen and
l Tea, coffee, icecream
ENQUIRIES barbecue BOOKINGS & ENQUIRIES
l Meals
Jan & Kev l Closest camping site to Denise Anderson
l Groceries
RD1 Tokanui Nugget Point 34 Tarata Street, Kaka Point
l Fresh fruit and vegetables Phone 03 246 8876 Fax 03 246 8523 Phone 03 412 8801
l Farmlands suppliers Email tokanuifoodcentre@xtra.co.nz www.kakapointcamping.co.nz Email kakapoint@hotmail.com
Tokanui Recycle Centre 23 Nugget Lodge 2
l Save your glass, cardboard, Enjoy a unique experience staying
cans and plastic bottles for absolutely on the water's edge
our hungry recycling bins bordering the historic Nuggets
located at 23 McEwan Street Lighthouse and wildlife reserve.
in Tokanui l 2 modern, private, self-
contained units
l Open to the travelling public l Heat pumps
24 hours a day, 7 days a week l Free wireless Internet
l Online booking with Visa or
l Help us keep The Catlins tidy! Mastercard
CONTACT & ENQUIRIES l Superb ocean and beach views BOOKINGS & ENQUIRIES
For further information l Wildlife close by including sea Pauline & Willy Simpson
contact the Southland District Council lions and yellow-eyed penguins 367 The Nuggets Road, Kaka Point
SOUTHLAND
Phone 03 412 8783 Mobile 027 412 8176
www.southlanddc.govt.nz DISTRICT COUNCIL www.nuggetlodge.co.nz Email info@nuggetlodge.co.nz
Fortrose Cafe 24 Kepplestone by the Sea 3
Licensed cafe & restaurant l 2 self-contained apartments
on the waterfront with with sea view
splendid views of native birdlife l 5 minutes from Surat Bay are
over Toetoes Estuary. local restaurant, museum,
information centre & golf course
l Delicious all-day menu, l Sea lions bask 100 metres away
lunches, chowder, cabinet food, l Close to Catlins scenic wonders,
all made here waterfalls, yellow-eyed penguin,
l Evenings and private functions spoonbills, walks, petrified
by appointment (fossil) forest, native birds
l Information booth BOOKINGS & ENQUIRIES l 45 minutes from Dunedin BOOKINGS & ENQUIRIES
l 24 hour Petrol & Diesel Emily Butters Airport and 1 hour 45 minutes Jack & Ester Johnson
5 Moray Terrace, Fortrose from Invercargill 9 Surat Bay Road, Newhaven, Owaka 9585
l Delicious L’Affare coffee Phone 03 415 8134
Phone/Fax 03 246 9888
l Find us on Facebook Email fortrosecafe@outlook.com www.kepplestonebythesea.iowners.net Email kepplestone@xtra.co.nz
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ACCOMMODATION
Comfortable holiday ‘Heart of the Catlins’
accommodation right beside the l 4 modern self-contained units
beach and sea lions l Heating, electric blankets,
l TV in lounges with fully
cooking facilities, laundry
equipped kitchens service, TV etc.
l Centrally heated, double, twin,
l Free wireless Internet
and shared rooms, all with
lovely sea views l An ideal base from which to
l Free WiFi and phone explore The Catlins, its natural
l Beach walks to False Island and beauty and wonderful wildlife
Cannibal Bay BOOKINGS & ENQUIRIES l Restaurants and shops 50
BOOKINGS & ENQUIRIES
l Family and group bookings Jack & Ester Johnson metres Gaynor & Derrel Barker
welcome by arrangement 19 Surat Bay Road, RD1 Newhaven, Owaka 9585 Cnr Ryley & Campbell Streets, Owaka
Phone 03 415 8696 Phone/Fax 03 415 8728
www.suratbay.co.nz Email suratbaylodge@gmx.com www.owakalodgemotel.nz Email owakalodgemotel@xtra.co.nz
Pounawea Grove Motel 5 Thomas’s Catlins Lodge & Camp Ground 6
Waterfront Location in the A great place to relax or explore
seaside village of Pounawea The Catlins. Large character lodge
l Studio units with en suite and
with dorms, budget and ensuite
small kitchen rooms.
l 2 bedroom self-contained unit
l Double (king) or twin rooms l Power and non-power sites
(sleep 2) l Large guest kitchen, dining
l Handy to restaurants and shops room, lounges, laundry
l Free WiFi, DVDs, pool table, BBQ
l Free WiFi
plus more
l Bookings recommended BOOKINGS & ENQUIRIES l Located in Owaka, close to
l No children under 14 unless by
Anne Lyon cafés, museum and shop BOOKINGS & ENQUIRIES
5 Ocean Grove, Pounawea l Pet friendly Thomas’s Catlins Lodge
prior arrangement Phone 03 415 8339 Mobile 021 046 8441 8 Clark Street, Owaka, Phone 03 415 8333
www.pounaweagrove.co.nz Email stay@pounaweagrove.co.nz www.thomascatlins.co.nz Email stay@thomascatlins.co.nz
Pounawea Motor Camp, Owaka 5 Skylark Bed and Breakfast 8
Nestled amongst native bush with Stunning 180 degree hillside
birdsongs of Tuis and Bellbirds. views of the Catlins Lake, Surat
Hear the waves lapping on the Bay and Pacific Ocean
waterfront while you watch the
l Luxurious super-king or twin
sunrise over the Pacific Ocean.
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l 1500 acre Sheep & Beef Farm
l Catlins’ cheapest longest estab-
l Continental breakfast
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l Farm tours complimentary
l Adjacent bush walk
l 6km to Owaka restaurant/cafés
l Modern facilities BOOKINGS & ENQUIRIES
Glenn & Lee-Anne, 1 Park Lane, Pounawea, l Laundry on request BOOKINGS & ENQUIRIES
l Waterfront cabins
l Dumpsite l Animal friendly
RD1 Owaka. Phone/Fax 03 415 8483 Karl & Melanie Burgess
Freephone 0800 1CATLINS (0800 12285467) Mobile 027 482 6260
www.catlins-nz.com/pounawea-motor-camp/ Email pounawea.motor.camp@xtra.co.nz www.facebook.com/SkylarkBB Email lakeedgefarm@gmail.com
20 THE CATLINS OFFICIAL WEBSITE: www.catlins.org.nz THE CATLINS OFFICIAL WEBSITE: Curio Bay (photo: Fergus Sutherland) 21
www.catlins.org.nzACCOMMODATION Catlins River Station House 9 Tautuku Forest Cabins 14
ACCOMMODATION
Enjoy all the attractions and Secluded, comfortable
amenities available within accommodation in a forest
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holiday home, only a 5 minute Five minutes drive to the beach.
drive to the breathtaking l Cottage sleeps 10
Purakaunui Falls. l Cabin sleeps 4
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family-friendly accommodation
l Bush walks
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walking, cycling, trout-fishing l Tranquil setting
and kayaking BOOKINGS & ENQUIRIES l Supply own bedding INFORMATION & BOOKINGS
l Beautiful views of farmland
Tracey & Carey Hancox Google:
l No domestic animals
66 Ratanui Station Road, RD2, Owaka “Tautuku Forest Cabins”
and bush Phone 027 212 0033 Email tracey_rangi@xtra.co.nz l $28/night adults, $5/night Phone 027 415 8244
www.holidayhouses.co.nz/properties/25401.asp school-age children Email tautukucabins@gmail.com
Tiromoana – Catlins Ocean View 9 Chaslands Farm Cottages 16
Tiromoana is nestled in a tranquil Come and stay on our centrally
surrounding of native plantings located farm tucked away in
and farmland, yet open to the heart of The Catlins rainforest
spectacular views of the Catlins l Affordable, comfortable, fully
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l Sleeps up to 8 guests l Washing machine
l Spacious interior with an l Cottages sleep either 5 or 7
ambiance of comfort and l Port a Cot available
relaxation BOOKINGS & ENQUIRIES l Under 5yr old free BOOKINGS & ENQUIRIES
l Exclusively yours to relax and Tracey & Carey Hancox l No Credit Card / Eftpos Dianne & Tony Miller
unwind or for a special occasion 67 Hanning Road, RD2, Owaka l No WiFi / cellphone coverage
219 Waipati Road, Chaslands, The Catlins
Phone 027 212 0033 Phone 03 415 8669
www.catlinsoceanview.co.nz Email info@catlinsoceanview.co.nz www.chaslandscottages.co.nz Email info@chaslandscottages.co.nz
Hilltop Accommodation Catlins 12 Catlins Country Retreat 17
l In the heart of the Catlins, Luxury bed and breakfast set
overlooking Papatowai and amongst 7 acres of stunning
the Southern Scenic Route gardens.
l Experience stunning ocean l Excellent central location –
and valley views 10 minutes from Curio Bay,
l Two character homes in a 20 minutes to Cathedral Caves
peaceful rural setting l 3 elegant rooms offer total
l Double, ensuite and twin relaxation with private
rooms in a ‘Share House’ entrances, ensuite bathrooms,
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bookings also available BOOKINGS & ENQUIRIES finest linens BOOKINGS & ENQUIRIES
l Free Wi-Fi, linen included, 77 Tahakopa Valley Road, Papatowai l Indulgent full breakfast is Jaclyn & Warren Calder
full kitchen facilities Phone 03 415 8028 included 174 Progress Valley Road, South Catlins
Mobile/Text 021 415 802 Phone 021 100 8349
www.hilltopcatlins.co.nz Email book@hilltopcatlins.co.nz www.catlinscountryretreat.co.nz Email jac.hunt@gmail.com
Southern Secret Motel 13 Anchorage 20
l Centrally situated in Papatowai Anchorage, set above the
l 4 sunny modern studio units, all Waikawa Harbour, is a substantial
with balconies 3 bedroom homestead and has
l Close to waterfalls, bushwalks, 2 studio units downstairs. Enjoy
beaches and wildlife the scenic views from the balcony.
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furnished quality throughout Southern Secret Motel l TV all units 52 Antrim Street, RD1, Tokanui 9884
l Lancewood cottage available
Main Road, Papatowai, RD2 l 5 minute drive to Curio Bay
Phone 03 246 8585
Phone 03 415 8600 Fax 03 415 8777 Cellphone 027 278 9585
www.southernsecretmotel.co.nz Email southernsecret@xtra.co.nz www.anchorage.co.nz Email milkfarm@xtra.co.nz
22 THE CATLINS OFFICIAL WEBSITE: www.catlins.org.nz THE CATLINS OFFICIAL WEBSITE: www.catlins.org.nz 23ACCOMMODATION Waikava Harbour View 20 Slope Point Accommodation 22
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Judy Leith Justine & Andrew
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14 Larne Street, Waikawa 164 Slope Point Road, RD1 Tokanui
payment via website Phone Judy 03 246 8866 Phone 03 246 8420
www.southcatlins.co.nz Email waikawa@southcatlins.co.nz www.slopepoint.co.nz Email info@slopepoint.co.nz
Curio Bay Accommodation 21 Slope Point Getaway 22
Absolute Beachfront at Curio Bay l Affordable, peaceful, self-
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l spacious, warm, modern, private l Fully equipped kitchen, BBQ ,
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Phone 03 246 8797 Phone 03 246 8420
www.curiobay.co.nz Email curiobayaccommodation@gmail.com www.slopepoint.co.nz Email info@slopepoint.co.nz
Lazy Dolphin, Curio Bay 21 Andy’s Place 24
Panoramic views of Porpoise Bay Fortrose, gateway to The Catlins
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l Private beach access l Southernmost golf club 2 mins
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529 Curio Bay Road Sharon & Russell Crosbie
l Friendly helpful host l Curio Bay 3/4 hour
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l Wireless Internet, eftpos and Phone 03 246 8579 l Invercargill 40 mins Phone 03 246 9813, 027 694 7895 or 027 694 8206
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Tumu Toka Curioscape Campground 21
The campground offers a unique
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Curio Bay 9884
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www.curioscape.co.nz Email campground@curioscape.co.nz
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