Coast South of Kaikoura

When heading South make sure you visit the Kaikoura Winery with its fantastic array of books and souvenirs, along with Award wining food and wine. Enjoy a World class glass of pinot overlooking the beauty of South Bay.

Driving south from the Kaikoura Winery, the traveler encounters the magnificent Ocean Ridge subdivision with its spectacular ocean and golf course views. Fairways Apartments at Ocean Ridge features 4 star 1 and 2 bedroom units right on the Golf Course.

Travel a little further south to Kaikoura Airport for Wings Over Whales, Air Kaikoura where you can pilot a plane, and Sounds Air for connecting flights to Wellington.

South of Peketa is the Kahutara River, famous for its whitebait fishing at the river mouth and its pumping surf in a South swell. Not a surf spot for beginners!

The Coastal drive from Peketa to Oaro is classed as the best in New Zealand for scenery, wildlife and spectacular diving of the beach. Take your time… the speed limit is 80kmh for a reason.

For families and travelers looking for a fantastic day out, the walk from Oaro to Haumauri Bluffs cannot be beaten. Park your car at the south end of the Oaro passing lane and walk across the Oaro River and down the Coast. Past the old steam train wreck and around the seemingly endless little bays, which offer fantastic swimming and snorkeling opportunities. It’s approximately 2 hours walk to the Haumauri Bluffs so pack a lunch, take plenty of water and don’t forget your sunscreen. Low tide access only.

For those still on the road and looking for adventure, check out Glenstrae 4 Wheeler Adventures. Alistair and Anita Trewin run a first class operation with an exceptional safety record. Book in for hours of 4 wheel fun over some of the South Island’s most fantastic coastal farmland.

If you enjoy hunting and are looking for the experience of a lifetime, contact Mike and Deborah Wilks of South Pacific Safaris. Their Glencree property offers some of the finest hunting grounds in the region with fantastic lodge accommodation, just south of Oaro.