The Catlins
Travel Guide
Visit The Catlins
Curio Bay Salt House Motel
"Lovely beach view. Was warm and cosy."
Reviewed on Jun 22, 2026
The Kaka Point Motels
Kākā Point Beach House
"Warm & cosy little place to use as a base while exploring The Catlins. Communication with the host was easy."
Reviewed on Jun 2, 2026
Cosy, Comfortable, Rustic Cabin In The Absolute Heart Of The Catlins
"Very welcoming host and cool little room and deck area. Great location, close to lots of the Caitlin sights and beaches."
Reviewed on Feb 25, 2026
Kākā Point Beach House
"Warm & cosy little place to use as a base while exploring The Catlins. Communication with the host was easy."
Reviewed on Jun 2, 2026
Serene on Marine, Kaka Point
"10/10 stay at the very serene on marine. We loved it and will be back."
Reviewed on Apr 12, 2026
Popular places to visit
Nugget Point Lighthouse
Sitting high above the water’s edge, this historic lighthouse has been a fixture of the Catlins for more than a century.
McLean Falls
This two-part waterfall is the end-point of an easy walk through varied forest and bush land and one of the most impressive in the Catlins area.
Jack's Blowhole
See the powerful natural feature named after a Māori chief by following a short trail on a private sheep farm.
Cathedral Caves
Explore the great outdoors at Cathedral Caves, a lovely green space in Chaslands. Wander the forest and seaside while you're in the area.
Matai Falls
Take a drive on the Southern Scenic Route to embark on a walk through regenerating forest that leads to two of the Catlins’ most photogenic falls.
Purakaunui Falls
Visit the Catlins’ most famous waterfalls to see why it has adorned postcards and postage stamps for decades.
