Tunnel Beach Walkway – Dunedin

The tunnel beach walkway is 7.5 kilometres from the centre of Dunedin, a very short trip that will reward you with breathtaking scenery,  sea-carved sandstone cliffs, secluded beaches, rock arches and caves.

Matanaka Farm and Waikouaiti Beach

Just north of Dunedin at Waikouaiti, the beach is a beautiful spot for a walk or a picnic. At the north end of the beach there is a road that leads to an interesting group of buildings known as Matanaka Farm.  The five buildings are the oldest surviving farm buildings that are still in their original position in the…

Tavora Reserve

Are you looking for a pleasant walk (about an hour) with amazing scenery, fur seals and possibly yellow eyed penguins?  Then head to Tavora Reserve.

Akatore River Mouth

The Akatore River mouth is a popular spot for us and our dogs.  We often take the dogs there for a walk for us, a walk, swim and a bath for the dogs.

Tiger Moth Flight over Wanaka

A few years ago, Graham surprised me with a unique and unforgettable birthday present – a voucher for a breathtaking flight in a Tiger Moth with Classic Flights in the picturesque town of Wanaka. We waited for a fine weekend and found a nice spot to park the caravan for the weekend about halfway between…

Nugget Point Light House

The Nugget Point lighthouse is a must see if you are visiting the Catlins. Nugget Point  is one of the  most  distinctive landforms  along the Otago coast.  It’s a steep headland with a lighthouse and a scattering of rocky islets (The Nuggets).