Farewell Spit
A natural wonder stretching 26 km into the sea, rich with birdlife, with a historic lighthouse near its tip.
Golden Bay
Wild coast on the doorstep
The top of the South Island, in the area with the most sunshine hours in New Zealand.
Nearby
Close to home
Karu ō te Kiwi sits at the northern tip of the South Island. Collingwood is 20 minutes away, and some of New Zealand's grandest scenery is closer than that.
Wharariki Beach
Wind-sculpted rock arches, caves, huge dunes and seals. The track crosses farmland and coastal forest; go at low tide to walk the full beach.
Cape Farewell and Puponga Farm Park
The South Island's northernmost point, with clifftop views and a hilltop walk to Pillar Point Lighthouse.
Kahurangi National Park
Rugged wilderness, pristine trout rivers and golden beaches, right on our doorstep.
Local favourites
Our local favourites
A few of the people and places we send guests to. Ask us and we will happily help you plan.
Farewell Spit Eco Tours
Tours from Collingwood to Cape Farewell, Fossil Point and the historic lighthouse.
Visit websiteUppa Creek fly fishing
Guided trout fishing with Aaron Ford on clear rivers and tidal flats across the top of the South.
Visit websiteThe Mussel Inn
Lunch, dinner or drinks at the notoriously fun and family friendly local.
Visit websiteKiwi Spirit Distillery
Family-owned distillery making small-batch spirits from homegrown ingredients.
Visit websiteAnatoki Salmon
Catch your own salmon on Lake Anatoki and eat it on the spot. Gear provided.
Visit websiteEarthSea Gallery
Peter's paintings and prints in a gallery set in native gardens near Pōhara.
Visit websiteGolden Bay Air
Scenic flights over Wharariki, Farewell Spit and Kahurangi, plus direct flights from Wellington.
Visit websiteGold Hunting Adventures
Learn to pan for gold on a working claim with expert guides.
Visit websiteNorth West Horse Treks
Family-run treks through farmland, bush and coast, minutes from Wharariki Beach.
Visit websiteAt home base
Or stay right here
Walk the private tracks through 20 acres of bush. Take the paddle boards to Port Puponga or Kaihoka Lakes. At low tide, gather cockles on the flats at the end of the driveway, or try your hand at a saltwater kingfish.
