Landscapes of the Waitaki were once located under ancient seas and now sit above sea level, providing unique geological marvels and insights into a vanished world. This district is home to the Waitaki Whitestone Geopark, which now also boasts a new international status, officially accredited as a UNESCO Global Geopark.
The beautiful and rugged Waitaki landscape hosts the South Island Spring Challenge women’s adventure race from September 22 – 24, and hundreds of teams rafting, biking, and hiking across the countryside.The Spring Challenge is the creation of adventure gurus and husband and wife team Jodie and Nathan Fa’ave, who started
Moeraki Boulders Motel has been a favourite with holidaying families, business travellers and tourists for 30 years. Built from local Ōamaru stone there is a mix of two- and one-bedroom apartments and hotel style studio rooms, where the larger rooms can accommodate up to six people and have full kitchen
These massive, spherical concretions, commonly known to locals as boulders, were formed around 60 million years ago and can be seen scattered along Koekohe Beach.
Air NZ recently took to our crystal clear skies to find the 8th wonder of the world within Aotearoa. The Moeraki Boulders got a shout out so we thought we’d divulge a little more information on the many wonders of the Waitaki, just as Antipater of Sidon did in the
Colonial Lodge Motel is a small Four star Motel complex which offers quality, comfortable and affordable accommodation in the beautiful town of Ōamaru. We are located on the north side of Ōamaru, a quiet area within 5-10 mins short driving distance to all sites. We offer a wide variety of
Here are some of the most common questions regarding Ōamaru. Don’t hesitate to explore the rest of our website for all the things to do and see in the Waitaki. We hope you enjoy your stay!
Tourism Waitaki is the regional tourism organisation (RTO) that promotes and markets the Waitaki District as a sustainable visitor destination, and achieves this through marketing campaigns, trade shows and industry events, media famils and PR opportunities. Tourism Waitaki works with local businesses, including tourism operators, the hospitality industry, accommodation providers,
While you may think Valentine’s Day is too commercialised and too cheesy (yes and yes), it’s also always cute to tell your loved ones you love them. And a little thought put into the day doesn’t hurt. No one wants to be on the receiving end of a last-minute ‘these
Top 100 songs to roadtrip through the Waitaki You’ve waited long enough. The sun has deemed it time. Appease that glowing orb in the sky and call your friends. Throw your togs, a couple bags of chips in the back of your car, maybe a fruit. And set out on
