The Catlins
Travel Guide
Visit The Catlins
Curio Bay Salt House Motel
"It was awesome looking out the windows directly at the sea- especially when the dolphins were out playing!! We had everything we needed in the small kitchen for our stay. The bed was nice and comfy. A great place to stay!!"
Reviewed on May 11, 2026
The Kaka Point Motels
"Amazing, great views and so clean. Thank you!!"
Reviewed on May 18, 2026
Kākā Point Beach House
"A perfect sized bach well equipped for a short break in beautiful Kaka Point!"
Reviewed on May 6, 2026
Kākā Point Beach House
"A perfect sized bach well equipped for a short break in beautiful Kaka Point!"
Reviewed on May 6, 2026
Kaka Point Holiday House
"It's pretty great at all..we love the house and the location is really priceless"
Reviewed on May 6, 2026
Kaka Point Luxury Spa Accommodation
"We had a wonderful stay at Kaka point. Easy booking and entry process, a lovely well appointed apartment with incredible views."
Reviewed on Apr 5, 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.
Purakaunui Falls
Visit the Catlins’ most famous waterfalls to see why it has adorned postcards and postage stamps for decades.
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.
Kaka Point Scenic Reserve
Enjoy awe-inspiring nature hikes in the South Island’s native bush, watching for wildlife that can only be found in New Zealand.
