Our Otago Travel Guide will give you a good overview of the region. If you’re looking for posts about a particular area click on one of these links: Dunedin | Oamaru | Waitaki Valley | Wanaka | Queenstown | Arrowtown | The Catlins | Central Otago | South Otago Otago is the best of the … Read more
Driving from Dunedin to Queenstown takes you from the shores of the Pacific Ocean to the Southern Alps in only around 3.5 hours, but you’ll probably want to stop a few places along the way. Whether you’re spending a few days doing this or just want to stop at scenic viewpoint or two, this post … Read more
If you’re looking for a (very) short walk in Roxburgh you can’t go wrong with a walk up to Frog Rock. There’s also the longer Grovers Hill Track which was in a bit of a mess when we visited. Frog Rock The Grovers Hill Track starts on Teviot Street in Roxburgh. You’ll first walk around … Read more
I’m sure dams and reservoirs don’t seem like the most interesting places to see, but the dams in Central Otago are! They’re all surrounded by beautiful scenery and it’s worth seeking a few out on your next trip to Central Otago. Butchers Dam The Reservoir at Butchers Dam is beautiful on a clear, calm day … Read more
Travelling around Central Otago and looking for a walk with interesting history, great views and picturesque vineyards? Consider checking out the Bannockburn Sluicings, a former mining area close to Cromwell. The loop track is easy and there’s heaps to see along the way, as you’re about to find out. Bannockburn Sluicings Loop Track You can … Read more
Alexandra is one of the biggest towns in Central Otago, and chances are that if you’re travelling around the region you’ll end up there eventually. It could be tempting to do some shopping at the Warehouse, grab some KFC and move on, but there are heaps of fun things to do in Alexandra, both in … Read more
If you’re a fan of clocks, or just want an easy uphill walk to a nice viewpoint, consider visiting the Clock on the Hill in Alexandra. The walk starts close to town (more on that later) and the views over vineyards and the town are beautiful – easily on of the best walks in Alexandra! … Read more
There are heaps of fun things to do in Central Otago, from laid-back vineyard visits to exciting 4WD trips, cute small towns, farmers markets, scenic walks and much more. We’ve spent a lot of time in Central Otago over the last few years – we’re pretty sure we can help make your trip there as … Read more
High above Central Otago, where only 4WDs dare to tread, sits a big rock next to what looks like a desolate moon base. Welcome to the Old Man Range, where you’ll drive to over 1600 metres above sea level and explore a barren, lifeless, and beautiful landscape the likes of which are rare in New … Read more
Clyde boasts the perfect mix of great scenery and interesting architecture and is home to some top-notch eating and drinking establishments. It’s also the start (or the end) of the Otago Central Rail Trail, one of New Zealand’s most popular cycling routes. Looking for the best things to do in Clyde, Central Otago? You’ve come … Read more