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CENTRAL OTAGO

Why visit central otago?

Central Otago is New Zealand’s most inland region, also it’s hottest, coldest and driest. The region celebrates a magnificent natural and historic wealth; distinguished through its expansive landscapes, defined seasons, distinctive heritage, year round curling, wine trails and New Zealand’s first rail trail.

Set your own tempo of activity in Central Otago. Cycle a section of the Otago Central Rail Trail, taste award winning wines in amazing locations, try curling year round, play a round of golf at any one of the 11 golf courses, cruise the Clutha River, visit picturesque historic gold mining towns or just kick back and relax at one of the many boutique historic or heritage accommodation places. Central Otago is a place where you relax, indulge and rejuvenate.

Central Otago is readily accessible by main highways from Christchurch, Dunedin, Invercargill, Queen stown and the West Coast via Wanaka. Dunedin International Airport is 2.5 hours from Alexandra and Queenstown International Airport is 40 minutes from Cromwell.

Central Otago has four distinct seasons and is cooler in winter, however the climate is mostly dry and sunny all year!

The people of Central Otago have a strong sense of “Love of Place” and are proud to share their place with visitors. It is a place which truly offers A World of Difference.

Alexandra

44 Manuherikia Road, Alexandra Ph.(03)4488297

info@ahp.nz www.ahp.nz

Close to Gold Mining, Rail Trail, Aqua Centre, Golf Courses Bike & Walking Tracks, Wine Trails, Curling, Fantastic Fising. Approx 1 hour Drive to Wanaka, Queenstown, Nasby, Ranfurly.

“Great for a getaway in Sunny Central Otago”

O n M a n u h e r i k i a R o a d Alexandra Holiday Park is scenically set close to the Rail Trail, mountain bike and walking tracks, wine trails, goldmining, fantastic fishing, aquatic centre and golf course.

The Holiday Park complex is centrally heated (including the amenities block and TV room) with a range of accommodation options from self-contained units, cabins, caravan and tent sites, and backpackers rooms. School groups catered for with conference facilities (private fully equipped kitchen/toilets/ bedrooms) for hire.

Approximately one hour to/ from Wanaka/Queenstown. Manuherikia Road, Alexandra. info@ahp.nz www.ahp.nz

Cromwell … Central Otago’s Action-Packed Destination Cromwell … Central Otago’s Action-Packed Destination

Looking for a lake teaming with trout and whichever way the wind blows has smooth water for family doughnut riding or winding out the jet-ski. Cromwell’s got it. Looking to pedal a mountain bike or power a trail bike up to the clouds? Cromwell’s surrounded by lofty ranges laced with tracks and trails from fairly easy to hair-raising.

Looking to unwind with a glass or two of New Zealand’s finest pinots? Cromwell’s at the heart of the Central Otago wine region. Looking to spend time walking and hiking? Cromwell’s got miles of lakeside and mountain top opportunities.

Looking to discover New Zealand’s past? You’ll find it alive and well in Old Town Cromwell. Looking to entertain the kids with some panning? In Cromwell you’ll strike gold. Looking to tell people what they’re missing. Many of Cromwell’s cafes also serve up free internet.

Looking for a holiday base that’s central to everything? No guessing the answer to that. Cromwell. Less than an hour from Queenstown, a little under three- quarters of an hour from Wanaka, 20 minutes from Clyde (start/finish of the Otago Central Rail Trail... www.otagocentralrailtrail.co.nz) and half an hour from Alexandra.

CROMWELL’S HOSPITALITY AND VISITOR CENTRE CNR HIGHWAY 8B & BARRY AVENUE, CROMWELL

Three Star Plus Harvest Hotel (formerly Golden Gate Lodge) is Central Otago's gateway accommodation where all 47 standard and premium suites (Queens, Super Kings, Twins, Triples and rollaway beds available) have French doors opening on to breath-taking mountain, golf links, vineyard and rural views. Amenities include Free Wi-Fi, extensive parking, guest laundry, room service, 24 hour reception (night porter 10.30pm to 6am)

EMAIL: info@thegate.nz Hunting lodge themed Five Stags Bar and Restaurant has evolved from the need to provide honest, hard-working locals and travelling folk with a welcoming, family friendly place to grab a cold pint, a glass of wine or a great feed and share stories about their day or week. The restaurant is cleverly separated from the bar which itself has multiple areas to appeal to differing occasions and customers.

Just under an hour from Queenstown Airport, even less from Wanaka and on the main Christchurch – Queenstown and Queenstown – Dunedin highways, Forage Information Centre & Cafe at The Gate could not be better positioned for tourists hungry for food and refreshment or thirsty for information and being able to make accommodation, activities and tour bookings there and then.

World famous in Cromwell and throughout much of Central Otago, Black Panther Pizza has since 2011 become a take away – dine in favourite with locals and visitors for consistent quality and ‘Grrreat Taste, Grrreat Value’. The pizza base dough is made daily on premises and then on getting your order, our pizza makers bake their creations in the Black Panther Pizza Stone Oven that distributes heat evenly for that traditional pizza crispness.

WANAKA

Wanaka in Summer The freedom to do your own thing, away from the crowds, with breathtaking lakes and mountains as your playground. A year-round destination set against the pristine alpine backdrop of Mount Aspiring National Park, you can still discover that totally relaxed Kiwi way of life at Lake Wanaka. Many attractions and adventure sports are within reach of Lake Wanaka. Take a scenic cruise on the lake, sample locally made exquisite wines, or fish at one of the many easily accessible spots. Alternatively, venture into the hills and mountains surrounding Wanaka. Mountain biking, sking, hiking and climbing are all available in this area. Check out www.lakewanaka.co.nz for more information.

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Plenty to see at PUZZLING WORLD! A firm belief in giving their customers more “bang for their buck” and encouraging them to truly absorb themselves in the illusionary theming, the team at Puzzling World have continuously added and improved features between each of their five Illusion Rooms – an area they call “the walls of wonder” .

Bizarre buildings, rooms of illusion and our famous maze will baffl e your brain and challenge your perceptions of reality. Seeing is disbelieving! Welcome to Wanaka’s wonderful world of weirdness

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Lake Hawea Surrounded by picturesque mountains, Lake Hawea is an outdoor adventurers’ paradise. With little more than a 15 minute scenic drive from Wanaka on the Makarora/West Coast road you can be partaking in some of the country’s finest fly fishing or enjoying some adrenalin filled activities on or around the lake. In summer it is a favorite spot for those keen on wind surfing, paddle boarding, boating, swimming and kayaking but also there are some great mountain bike tracks and walks. Sentinel Peak, Isthmus Peak are just a couple of great hiking tracks popular in Hawea, for more information and maps you can visit the local i-Site or the Department of Conservation website has all current information. There is some accommodation available at Lake Hawea, however to avoid missing out it pays to book early, especially during the summer season.. Mt Aspiring National Park This is New Zealands 3rd largest National Park covering 355,543 hectares and is part of Te Wahipounamu - South West NZ Heritage area. The park offers a large number of walks, either short or longer hikes depending on ability. A highlight for many is the 30 minute Blue Pools Walk, winding through a Silver Beech Forest, across a swing bridge to a viewing platform overlooking the crystal clear pool. For more information on the park, see the Wanaka i-Site or Department of Conservation website

Wanaka Biking trails Wanaka offers some great tracks, if you are keen to get out and explore the area in the fresh air. there are trails suitable from beginner to advanced depending fitness levels. The outlet track, Hawea river track and the Beacon Point tracks are popular with families wanting a leisurely ride. Information on bike hire and maps are all available at the local i-Site, so get out and enjoy the amazing scenery the region has to offer. lake Hawea

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