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Ski at Ohau

Catch a Heli Adventure

Braid River Jet Boating

Glide The Skies

Tramp & Trek

Cycle Alps To Ocean

Surf Kakanui

Photograph The Day Away

Tantalise Your Tastebuds

Sample Local Craft Beers

Take A Wine Tour

Indulge In Award Winning Cheese

Cook With Fresh Local Produce

Dine and Experience Divine

Soak Travel Weary Bones

Wander Through Gardens

Dress Up In Steampunk

Enjoy A Live Band

Visit Art Galleries

Gather With Friends

Rise Early & Watch The Sun Up

Retail Therapy

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So much to see and do!
Stay in style.
Play awhile ...

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Play Awhile

Whether you are an intrepid explorer, pure adventurist, history enthusiast, family fun maker, chill-out & recharge retreater, food trekker or just seeking to discover somewhere you've never ventured before;

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There truly is something here for everyone​

Here's a few highlights, but don't take our word for it; why not come and discover this unique and wonderful place for yourself. One day in the Waitaki is just not enough so come on, what are you waiting for ...

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Discover, Explore, Stay and Play!

What ever your holiday pleasure ..

You'll be sure to find it here

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Ski at Ohau

Catch a Heli Adventure

Braid River Jet Boating

Glide The Skies

Tramp & Trek

Cycle Alps To Ocean

Surf Kakanui

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Outdoor
Adventure
Seekers

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Wine and Beer Lovers

Take a wine tour and indulge in beautiful local wines of distinction from the Waitaki Valley such as River T Wines and Ostler.

 

Or perhaps your preferred tipple is beer. Scotts brewery and Craftwork Beer are two highly recommended destinations for beer connoisseurs and fun loving samplers. 

Family Fun Maker

Big kids and little kids alike will love the Steampunk Park down at the harbour. The penny farthing swings,

elephant flying fox, pirate ship and mouse wheel are sure to delight.

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The whole family will relish in a visit to Rainbow Confectionary's fabulous lolly shop, New Zealand's largest confectionary manufacture and producer of some iconic products including the original Kiwi Made Pineapple Chunks, Choc Coated Baby Fish, Marshmallow, Mints, Fizzies and a vast range of Gummi Confectionery.

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History, Arts & Architecture Enthusiasts

FEATURING

Steampunk Museum

Victorian Heritage

Amazing Architecture

Beautiful Heritage Gardens

Forrester Gallery

Art on Tyne

Grainstore Gallery

Waitaki Museum

Totara Estate

Nicol's Blacksmith

Chill Out
& Recharge Retreater

Maybe your idea of a perfect holiday is just to relax and unwind. Gather with friends, host a "Girl's weekend". Take in a local gig. Soak in everything Waitaki has to offer. Rise early and experience one of our glorious sunrises.

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 adventure is a personal choice

play it your way

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