Waitaki Attractions

Looking for things to do in Waitaki? Make sure you experience some of these activities.

Ride a horse around the paddocks at Springbank Farm in Palmerston.
Marvel at the perfect roundness of the mysterious Moeraki boulders.
Dine on fresh seafood straight from the boats at Moeraki's fishing village.
Buy fish and chips for a beach picnic at Hampden.
View the largest collection of Maori rock art in New Zealand at Te Ana Maori Rock Art Centre.
Cycle a section of the Alps 2 Ocean cycle trail.
Soak in the scenery in a private hot tub at Hot Tubs Oamaru.
View the penguins coming ashore at dusk at the Oamaru Blue Penguin colony.
Explore the beginnings of New Zealand's farming industry at historic Totara Estate.
Admire Oamaru's historic stone architecture - many buildings feature Oamaru whitestone, a form of limestone.
Wander through Oamaru's historic harbour precinct; experience a collection of Victorian era markets and stores.
Visit Ladybird Hill, the highest winery in the country, where you can also catch your own salmon or dine at the onsite restaurant.
Go gliding in Omarama, visit the hot tubs and the Clay Cliffs
Take a step into prehistoric New Zealand at the Vanished World Centre and fossil trails in Duntroon.

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