Duntroon Must Do's

Waitaki Valley Wine Region

Vines were first planted here in 2001, making Waitaki the new kid on the viticulture block. All that limestone enriches the soil and produces a tasty pinot noir. Enjoy summer wine tasting at River-T Winery and the Ostler Wines Cellar Door year-round.

Vanished World Centre

Learn about local geology as well as an array of long-gone creatures, including an ancient penguin that stood over four feet tall!

Anatini

Only 900m from Elephant Rocks and home to a natural limestone arch, fossilised remnants from the bottom of the ocean and baleen whale bones. Signposted as part of the Vanished World Trail.

Takiroa Māori Rock Art

Hundreds of years ago, Māori travelled the length of Waitaki River, taking shelter in the limestone cliffs.The rock art found here depicts animals, birds and early European settlers. Located under a limestone bluff on SH 83.

Kurow

Fifteen minutes from Duntroon and sandwiched between the braided Waitaki River and St Mary’s mountain range, it’s a popular stop on the Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail.

Kurow Hill Walkway

This steep climb to the top of Kurow Hill is more than worth it for the far-flung Hakataramea Valley views. Allow at least 30 minutes to the top, with plenty of stops!

Elephant Rocks, Duntroon © Adobe Stock

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