THE SOUTHLAND /

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OFFICIAL VISITORS GUIDE 2020/2021 Welcome...Only leave your footprints; only take photographs and memories... (photo: CCI) (photo: Kia Ora and welcome to The Remember is another Catlins, a major highlight of the special part of /Aotearoa . 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 and always accessible. Plan your days, inland to Mokoreta. You will keep water on hand for long drives journey through rural heartland and always take note of fuel stops Contents and podocarp forest, past rugged as they are sometimes few and far 2 Welcome coastlines, hidden lakes and 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 The Catlins southern location 11 Emergency information the local people and relax on ‘Catlins bestows upon us long summer 12 Camping information 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 and forest while strong winds 26 Map shape the forests and raise impressive waves along the coast. Back cover: Care Code (photo: Cicell Jenks) Cicell (photo: Come prepared to enjoy dynamic weather conditions.

Be sure to visit the local information centres at , Waikawa, Tokanui, Tumu Toka Curioscape and Fortrose for helpful tips and local knowledge about The Catlins area.

2 THE CATLINS OFFICIAL WEBSITE: www.catlins.org.nz THE CATLINS OFFICIAL WEBSITE: www.catlins.org.nz 3 The first European communities wool, grain and timber. Origins and our Past centred around short-lived Waikawa was a bustling port 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 during the 1860s and, again, authorities later reduced his forest, including the large Dense forest meant an isolated existence and volatile seas sawmilling and timber exports claim and did not formally bird (now extinct). became big business. transfer title until 1873. This was caused many shipwrecks along Māori legends reverberate a bit late for Captain Cattlin who The Catlins coast. Among them By the 1920s the railway had with colourful escapades of had died in Sydney, 17 years New Zealand’s worst civilian arrived, Waikawa harbour had great chiefs like Tuhawaiki earlier. Still, his name has stayed maritime disaster – the SS silted up and coastal shipping and large hairy monsters with us, albeit with a slight Tararua at in reduced. The boom times were of the forest known as modification to the spelling. 1881 with 131 lives lost. over. Today farming, fishing ‘Maeroero’. Nevertheless, the early towns and eco-tourism are the main thrived. Fortrose exported industries. The Wreck of the Manuka (watercolour: Fergus Sutherland)

4 THE CATLINS OFFICIAL WEBSITE: www.catlins.org.nz THE CATLINS OFFICIAL WEBSITE: www.catlins.org.nz 5 The Catlins is one of the best spots in New Zealand to see Yellow-Eyed (Hoiho). (photo: Venture Southland)

Mohua (photo: Philip S. Melgren) Sea Lions (Whakahao) (photo: Fergus Sutherland) Which way (Slope Point)

Wildlife Yellow-Eyed Penguins Seals & Sea Lions Birdlife The Yellow-Eyed New Zealand Fur Seals 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 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)

6 THE CATLINS OFFICIAL WEBSITE: www.catlins.org.nz THE CATLINS OFFICIAL WEBSITE: www.catlins.org.nz 7 Waipapa Point (photo: Cicell Jenks)

Waikawa Harbour (photo: Ellie van Empel)

Ferns (photos: Fergus Sutherland) Cathedral Caves (photo: Clutha Development Inc.)

wheelchair track and a longer 3 The Catlins least known Walks and Natural Attractions hour wilderness track through 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 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 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 , 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 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)

8 THE CATLINS OFFICIAL WEBSITE: www.catlins.org.nz THE CATLINS OFFICIAL WEBSITE: www.catlins.org.nz 9 (photo: Fergus Sutherland) Fergus (photo: Matai Falls Matai Falls

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 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 /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 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, Phone 03 218 1949

(photo: Fergus Sutherland) Fergus (photo: Catlins Medical Centre – Owaka Phone 03 415 8006 anytime Balclutha Hospital Phone 03 419 0500 (For Doctor on duty phone 03 419 0400) Purakaunui Falls Falls Purakaunui Healthline 0800 611 116

10 THE CATLINS OFFICIAL WEBSITE: www.catlins.org.nz THE CATLINS OFFICIAL WEBSITE: www.catlins.org.nz 11 Please stay in Holiday Parks, Department of Conservation camping grounds or other designated areas. Bottom Bus – Catlins Spectacular

The Catlins l Showing off the sights and Where can you camp? Fully Self Non self contained Contained (no toilet, shower or delights of the scenic south where will you grey water storage) l Walks to natural attractions and 1. Holiday Parks Yes Yes wildlife encounters l Small groups, fully guided 2. DOC Campsites Yes Yes personalised service l Flexible options to see the 3.camp Designated camping sites with Yes Yes Catlins in one day or longer a toilet l Full Catlins tour from , 4. Designated camping sites Yes No Queenstown, or without a toilet Invercargill; options to Stewart

Island and BOOKINGS & ENQUIRIES ACTIVITIES Assume Nothing Phone 03 477 9083 Assume Nothing l Year round schedule If in doubt, assume nothing – always ask here: www.headfirsttravel.com AlwaysAssume ask Nothing here www.headfirsttravel.com Email: [email protected] Always ask here Destination Clutha Known for its friendly locals, amazing wildlife, diverse landscapes, and rich gold mining history, the Clutha Non Self District showcases a unique Where can you camp? Fully Self ContainedNon Self ContainedFully Self (no Containedtoilet, shower or and unspoilt Kiwi experience. grey water storage) Where can you camp? Contained (no toilet,Non shower Self or Where can you camp? Fully Self greyContainedNon water Self storage) Our focus is on developing Holiday Parks ContainedFully Self (no Containedtoilet, shower or Where1 can you camp? ContainedYES(nogrey toilet, water YES shower storage) or and supporting initiatives 1 Holiday Parks YESgrey water YES storage) that make the 21 DOCHoliday Campsites Parks YES YES a place where people love to www.cluthanz.com 21 DOCHoliday Campsites Parks YES YES live, work, invest and visit. #CluthaNZ YES YES f/cluthanewzealand 32 DOCDesignated Campsites camping sites YES YES 2 DOCDesignatedwith a Campsites toilet camping sites YES YES Regional Tourism Organisation 3 with a toilet YES YES Designated camping sites 43 Designated camping sites 3 Designatedwithoutwith a toilet a toilet camping sites sites YES YESNO Heritage Trail 4 withoutwith a toilet a toilet YES YESNO Designated camping sites Catlins Coastal Heritage Trail 4 Designated camping sites YES NO without a toilet l 4 without a toilet YES NO Fortrose & Fortrose Cemetery www.camping.org.nz l Waipapa Point Lighthouse: www.camping.org.nz – Tararua Acre www.camping.org.nz l Slope Point: the South Island’s www.camping.org.nz most southern point Take only photos l Waipohatu Take only photos – native forest walks leave only footprints l Curio Bay leaveTake onlyonly photosfootprints – petrified forest Take only photos – yellow-eyed penguins ENQUIRIES leave only footprints Visit local information centres leave only footprints – Hector’s dolphins for a brochure on the Heritage Trail l Waikawa – museum or email [email protected] 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, 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 [email protected]

12 THE CATLINS OFFICIAL WEBSITE: www.catlins.org.nz THE CATLINS OFFICIAL WEBSITE: www.catlins.org.nz 13 Catlins Info Centre & Owaka Museum 6 Curio Bay Christian Fellowship 21 Catlins Information Centre l Come and share the love of l Information on The Catlins and Jesus at a church with an Clutha – activities, attractions ocean view and accommodation l www.cluthanz.com 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 ACTIVITIES Email [email protected] hub with its informative exhibitions Curio Bay Christian Fellowship Curio Bay Christian Community Centre ACTIVITIES 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 [email protected] www.curiobay.info Email [email protected] 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 BOOKINGS & ENQUIRIES Adults $15, Children $2 BOOKINGS & ENQUIRIES throws, and other novelties l Guided Tours also available l Janette Buckingham 590 Waikawa-Curio Bay Rd Small cover charge, unless 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 [email protected] www.curioscape.co.nz Email [email protected] 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 [email protected] 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.

14 THE CATLINS OFFICIAL WEBSITE: www.catlins.org.nz THE CATLINS OFFICIAL WEBSITE: www.catlins.org.nz 15 Catlins Brewery 1 Papatowai Country Store & Motels 13

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 SERVICES at Kaka Point – visits and sales ENQUIRIES BOOKINGS & ENQUIRIES SERVICES l

& WiFi available & by appointment, or online. Catlins Brewery 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 [email protected] www.papatowaistore.com Email [email protected] The Point Café & Bar 1 The Whistling Frog, Eat & Stay 15

l The Point Café & Bar is in the l Award winning, gourmet FOOD heart of the small township of casual dining FOOD 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 l Open 7 days a week Daily Happy Hour and outdoor Pool Table l Breakfast l “Best Craft Beer Selection” BOOKINGS & ENQUIRIES l Lunch BOOKINGS & ENQUIRIES in Southland Whistling Frog Restaurant & Resort l Dinner Lisa Lee, Ph 03 412 8800, 027 542 7742 9 Rewcastle Road, Chaslands, Catlins l Best Seafood Chowder 58 Esplanade, Kaka Point Phone 03 415 8338 or 03 415 8668 and Blue Cod in Email [email protected] www.whistlingfrogresort.com Email [email protected] 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 l T.A.B. 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 [email protected] www.niagarafallscafe.co.nz Email [email protected] 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 [email protected] 16 THE CATLINS OFFICIAL WEBSITE: www.catlins.org.nz THE CATLINS OFFICIAL WEBSITE: www.catlins.org.nz 17 Tumu Toka Curioscape Café/Restaurant 21 Cardno’s Accommodation 1 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 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 l Warm, inviting atmosphere Self-contained apartment with l Friendly staff cooking facilities SERVICES BOOKINGS & ENQUIRIES l BOOKINGS & ENQUIRIES l Fully licensed Studio unit with fridge, & 590 Waikawa-Curio Bay Rd microwave & breakfast facilities Laura & Chris Irwin l Gluten free, dairy-free and Curio Bay 9884 8 Marine Terrace, Kaka Point, RD1 Balclutha l Free WiFi vegetarian options available Phone 03 246 8897 Phone 03 412 8181 Fax 03 412 8101 www.curioscape.co.nz Email [email protected] www.cardnosaccommodation.co.nz Email [email protected] Tokanui Food Centre & Post Shop 23 Kaka Point Camping Ground 1 Tokanui Food Centre is a l Peaceful settings FOOD convenience store and local l Native bush and birds l Adjacent to bush walk information centre, situated ACCOMMODATION 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 l Rolls, sandwiches, cakes Great showers and laundry l l Tea, coffee, icecream Well appointed kitchen and ENQUIRIES BOOKINGS & ENQUIRIES l Meals barbecue Jan & Kev l Denise Anderson l Groceries Closest camping site to 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 [email protected] www.kakapointcamping.co.nz Email [email protected] 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 Council lions and yellow-eyed penguins 367 The Nuggets Road, Kaka Point Phone 03 412 8783 Mobile 027 412 8176 SOUTHLAND www.southlanddc.govt.nz DISTRICT COUNCIL www.nuggetlodge.co.nz Email [email protected] 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/Fax 03 246 9888 Phone 03 415 8134 l Find us on Facebook Email [email protected] www.kepplestonebythesea.iowners.net Email [email protected]

18 THE CATLINS OFFICIAL WEBSITE: www.catlins.org.nz THE CATLINS OFFICIAL WEBSITE: www.catlins.org.nz 19 Surat Bay Lodge 3 Owaka Lodge Motel 6 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, and shared rooms, all with l Free wireless Internet 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 [email protected] www.owakalodgemotel.nz Email [email protected] 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 with dorms, budget and ensuite ACCOMMODATION l Studio units with en suite and ACCOMMODATION 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 Anne Lyon BOOKINGS & ENQUIRIES l No children under 14 unless by cafés, museum and shop 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 [email protected] www.thomascatlins.co.nz Email [email protected] 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. en-suite unit with private l Lonely Planet’s Catlins pick of entrance the area l 1500 acre Sheep & Beef Farm l Catlins’ cheapest longest estab- l Continental breakfast lished waterfront motor camp l Farm tours complimentary l Adjacent bush walk l 6km to Owaka restaurant/cafés l Modern facilities BOOKINGS & ENQUIRIES l Laundry on request l Waterfront cabins Glenn & Lee-Anne, 1 Park Lane, Pounawea, BOOKINGS & ENQUIRIES RD1 Owaka. Phone/Fax 03 415 8483 Karl & Melanie Burgess l Dumpsite l Animal friendly Freephone 0800 1CATLINS (0800 12285467) Mobile 027 482 6260 www.catlins-nz.com/pounawea-motor-camp/ Email [email protected] www.facebook.com/SkylarkBB Email [email protected]

20 THE CATLINS OFFICIAL WEBSITE: www.catlins.org.nz THE CATLINS OFFICIAL WEBSITE: www.catlins.org.nzCurio Bay (photo: Fergus Sutherland) 21 Catlins River Station House 9 Tautuku Forest Cabins 14 Enjoy all the attractions and Secluded, comfortable amenities available within accommodation in a forest The Catlins area at our secluded setting 35km south of Owaka. 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 l Comfortable 4 bedroom l A-frame sleeps 2 family-friendly accommodation l Bush walks l Access to our farm for walking, cycling, trout-fishing l Tranquil setting and kayaking BOOKINGS & ENQUIRIES l Supply own bedding INFORMATION & BOOKINGS Tracey & Carey Hancox Google: l Beautiful views of farmland l No domestic animals and bush 66 Ratanui Station Road, RD2, Owaka “Tautuku Forest Cabins” Phone 027 212 0033 Email [email protected] l $28/night adults, $5/night Phone 027 415 8244 www.holidayhouses.co.nz/properties/25401.asp school-age children Email [email protected] 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

ACCOMMODATION and farmland, yet open to the heart of The Catlins rainforest ACCOMMODATION spectacular views of the Catlins l Affordable, comfortable, fully Coast. self-contained accommodation l Superior self-contained l Linen supplied accommodation l Fully equipped kitchen 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 67 Hanning Road, RD2, Owaka 219 Waipati Road, Chaslands, The Catlins unwind or for a special occasion l No WiFi / cellphone coverage Phone 027 212 0033 Phone 03 415 8669 www.catlinsoceanview.co.nz Email [email protected] www.chaslandscottages.co.nz Email [email protected] 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, l Exclusive ‘Whole House’ with heated tile floors and the bookings also available BOOKINGS & ENQUIRIES finest linens BOOKINGS & ENQUIRIES l Free Wi-Fi, linen included, 77 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 [email protected] www.catlinscountryretreat.co.nz Email [email protected] 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. l Each motel unit sleeps 2-4 l Units 1, 2 and 4 all fully l Closest motel to Cathedral Caves self-contained l Quiet, peaceful, native birdlife l Unit 3 has tea/coffee, l Erewhon holiday home, microwave and fridge facilities 3 bedrooms, queen/double/ l Log burner upstairs, single, at Papatowai beach, fully BOOKINGS & ENQUIRIES electric heaters studios BOOKINGS & ENQUIRIES furnished quality throughout Southern Secret Motel l TV all units 52 Antrim Street, RD1, Tokanui 9884 Main Road, Papatowai, RD2 Phone 03 246 8585 l Lancewood cottage available l 5 minute drive to Curio Bay Phone 03 415 8600 Fax 03 415 8777 Cellphone 027 278 9585 www.southernsecretmotel.co.nz Email [email protected] www.anchorage.co.nz Email [email protected]

22 THE CATLINS OFFICIAL WEBSITE: www.catlins.org.nz THE CATLINS OFFICIAL WEBSITE: www.catlins.org.nz 23 Waikava Harbour View 20 Slope Point Accommodation 22 Relax in peaceful native settings l 2 self-contained units overlooking Waikawa harbour l 1 basic double l Spacious 4 bedroom lodge; central heating, full kitchen l 1 twin single facilities, BBQ l 4 dorm beds l Two 1 bedroom cottages; Toi Tois & Harakeke: l Group bookings available basic kitchen facilities l Laundry, BBQ l All accommodation is self- and Wi-Fi available contained; limited free WiFi internet, modern amenities, l Sheltered, quiet and relaxed laundry facilities, linen provided BOOKINGS & ENQUIRIES surroundings on our farm BOOKINGS & ENQUIRIES Judy Leith Justine & Andrew l Instant booking & credit card 14 Larne Street, Waikawa l Hand feed the farm animals 164 Slope Point Road, RD1 Tokanui payment via website Phone Judy 03 246 8866 Phone 03 246 8420 www.southcatlins.co.nz Email [email protected] www.slopepoint.co.nz Email [email protected] Curio Bay Accommodation 21 Slope Point Getaway 22 Absolute Beachfront at Curio Bay l Affordable, peaceful, self- Boutique studios contained 3 bedroom house l quality s/c studios, super king bed l Sleeps up to 6 ACCOMMODATION ACCOMMODATION l spacious, warm, modern, private l Fully equipped kitchen, BBQ , l ideal for a romantic getaway Freeview TV, washing machine, Curio Cottage fireplace, free WiFi, linen provided l 3 bedroom cottage (sleeps 6), l Totally surrounded by farmland 2x Queen, 1x bunk with estuary views l open plan living/kitchen room l Close to many southern l cosy & warm with wood burner attractions and activities l Lily & Moby (cats) on site BOOKINGS & ENQUIRIES l Southernmost accommodation BOOKINGS & ENQUIRIES Both places have complimentary Nick & Dani in the South Island Justine and Andrew BBQ, laundry facilities, linen, towels 521a Curio Bay Road, South Catlins, Southland l Hand-feed the farm animals 164 Slope Point Road, RD1 Tokanui Phone 03 246 8797 Phone 03 246 8420 www.curiobay.co.nz Email [email protected] www.slopepoint.co.nz Email [email protected] Lazy Dolphin, Curio Bay 21 Andy’s Place 24 Panoramic views of Porpoise Bay Fortrose, gateway to The Catlins and Curio Bay. l Peaceful, cosy, self-contained l Split-level budget 3 bedroom cottage accommodation l 2 queen beds, 1 single l Double, twin and shared rooms l Fully equipped kitchen with l Beds made up fridge and microwave l Huge lounge and balcony l TV with Freeview, DVD player l Private beach access l Southernmost golf club 2 mins l Only a couple of minutes walk l Fortrose estuary is great for to Petrified Forest and penguin BOOKINGS & ENQUIRIES boating, fishing, beach walks BOOKINGS & ENQUIRIES watching l 529 Curio Bay Road Waipapa lighthouse 20 mins Sharon & Russell Crosbie l Friendly helpful host Curio Bay, South Catlins l Curio Bay 3/4 hour 27 Neva Street, Fortrose, RD5, Invercargill 9875 l Wireless Internet, eftpos and Phone 03 246 8579 l Invercargill 40 mins Phone 03 246 9813, 027 694 7895 or 027 694 8206 credit card facilities available Email [email protected] Email [email protected] Tumu Toka Curioscape Campground 21 The campground offers a unique coastal environment to take a break on your Catlins journey. Nestled along the swimming beach of Porpoise Bay, alleys of flax provide the campground with scenic sheltered sites. Hooker’s sea lions (photo: Cicell Jenks) Cicell (photo: l Campervan and caravan sites with power l Shower, kitchen, laundry BOOKINGS & ENQUIRIES l Shop for essentials 590 Waikawa-Curio Bay Rd, l Chance to spot Hector dolphins Curio Bay 9884 which often frequent the area Phone 03 246 8897 www.curioscape.co.nz Email [email protected] Tautuku Boardwalk Boardwalk Tautuku 24 THE CATLINS OFFICIAL WEBSITE: www.catlins.org.nz THE CATLINS OFFICIAL WEBSITE: www.catlins.org.nz 25 HaereHaereHaere Mai Mai Mai~ Welcome ~ Welcome ~ Welcome to toThe toThe TheCatlins... Catlins... Catlins...

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