Your Guide to Central Otago - New Zealand
New Zealand's most inland region is a landscape of vast, open terrain and alpine scenery. The ambience of the area is defined by many things: the exciting change in seasons; the tranquillity that comes with having only 11,000 inhabitants; a rich, gold mining heritage; and contemporary, award-winning wines.
To unwind and relax in Central Otago is not hard. You could cycle a section of the Otago Central Rail Trail; tour a vineyard; play a round of golf; or visit an historic, gold mining town and learn about Otago's equally-prosperous past.
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Clay Cliffs & Lindis Pass – New Zealand's Biggest Gap Year – Backpacker Guide New Zealand
Day 184: Before we make our way on New Zealand’s most scenic road, the Lindis Pass, we’re checking out the bizarre rock formations called the Clay Cliffs in the Waitaki Valley.
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Today we have a huge drive ahead of us as we make our way to Ranfurly in Central Otago. But before that, there’s one last thing to do in Omarama in the Waitaki Valley before we leave. Check out the Clay Cliffs!
The Clay Cliffs are some bizarre pinnacle rock formations found about 20 minutes from Omarama. A short walk takes you right into the Clay Cliffs in New Zealand.
After the Clay Cliffs, we start our long drive first through Lindis Pass. Lindis Pass is often said to be the most scenic road in New Zealand. A Lindis Pass road trip is a must.
Once through Lindis Pass on the South Island, we travel through the Central Otago region to the small town of Ranfurly.
So what do you think of the Clay Cliffs and Lindis Pass? Would you add this South Island road trip to your South Island travel itinerary? LUK in the comments!
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Ranfurly to the Brass Monkey (full video)
Heading from the township of Ranfurly in the South Island of NZ to the Brass Monkey Rally site on 4th of June 2106.
This is my first effort with two cameras attached to the bike, a Sony HDR-AS200V on the front and an old Go-Pro Hero HD on the rear.
The Sony appears to have a washed out image for some reason yet it is the same camera used in my previous video.
Music is provided by Nighthawk from Wacky Woodworks, have a look at for more information and on his YouTube channel
Track list
Ambient Nights - The Call
Ambient Nights - The Unforgiving
Ambient Nights - Walking the Dog One Day
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Olivers Central Otago, Clyde, New Zealand, HD Review
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Featuring free Wi-Fi, free continental breakfast and lovely garden views, Olivers Central Otago is just 5 minutes’ walk from Clutha River. Built in 1869, the historic property features sunny landscaped gardens with outdoor seating, and a guest library.
Olivers Central Otago Clyde is at the start/finish of the Otago Central Rail Cycling Trail, and 10 minutes’ walk from Dunstan Golf Course. Queenstown Airport is a 1-hour drive away.
All rooms are heated, and include an iPod docking station and tea and coffee making facilities. Each room is individually decorated, and has a bathroom with a hairdryer and guest toiletries.
The tour desk can organise bicycle hire, jet boating, Clutha River cruises, wine tours and skiing trips. The hotel also offers luggage and ski storage facilities.
Breakfast options include homemade bread, muesli and yogurt, baked eggs and local fruits and jams. There are also a number of restaurants and cafés within a 2-minute walk.
3396 Wanaka - Cromwell Road, Wanaka
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Mix the inspired views of an architect, a secluded 50 acres of land with the Clutha River just a short walk away and the fast-growing lakeside town of Wanaka just a 15-minute drive away - and you have Aoturoa.
Aoturoa (pronounced Ow-tu-roa) means World of Light and is nestled on a river terrace close to New Zealand's 2nd largest river, the Clutha, in a valley between Queenstown and Lake Wanaka. Built initially as a luxury lodge accommodating up to 10 guests. It could be re-born as a lodge or used as a family home, with its six bedrooms and six bathrooms.
On two levels, the property is of a classic style but with that feeling of home and beautifully finished. The bathrooms have imported Italian tapware and most have free-standing deep French baths, some with views overlooking the countryside.
Step inside and you will be taken aback by the light, space, natural materials used in the home, and the mountain backdrop - it's a great home for entertaining, with a kitchen designed to cater for multiple guests.
The quality architecture provides a light, thermally-efficient, solid home, built to withstand the Otago environment. A master heating control can isolate the various zones in the house and there are open fires in the living rooms.
The property boasts a grove of hazelnuts, a fruit orchard and olive trees - with scope to further develop the land. It has access to the mighty Clutha River and walking tracks, and opportunities for fishing, kayaking, hiking, hunting and biking.
It's a haven and an oasis for those who yearn for privacy and space - yet not far from the fast-growing township of Wanaka with its beautiful lake and opportunities for water sports and fishing. And only another 20-30 minutes to the ski-fields of Cardrona and Treble Cone. Wanaka boasts iconic cafes and restaurants, boutique shops and weekly markets selling artisan food.
Not to be forgotten are the many opportunities close by to see Central Otago's internationally-renowned vineyards with cellar-door wine tasting.
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Nick from Hamilton Search and Rescue first response team being winched into bush south of Whangamata, on Operation Golden - May 9th 2009.
VirtualNZ: Cust To Oxford
This Virtual NZ route video shows the road from Cust to Oxford on New Zealand's South Island.
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Captain Cook Motor Lodge, Gisborne, New Zealand, HD Review
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Captain Cook Motor Lodge offers modern ground-floor studios and apartments with free Wi-Fi access. Free on-site parking is available. All rooms offer a TV with over 50 cable channels.
The studios and apartments at Captain Cook feature a private bathroom, dining area and satellite TV. Tea/coffee making facilities and a fridge are included. Select rooms offer a spa bath and a kitchenette.
Navigator Restaurant serves local seafood and home-style meals. Open for breakfast daily, it also serves dinner from Monday through Thursday. Gas BBQ facilities are available if required at weekends.
Captain Cook provides free daily newspapers, a self-service laundry facility and a tour desk.
The motel is a 10-minute walk from Gisborne City Centre and a 5-minute drive from Poverty Bay Golf Club. It is within a 10-minute drive of Gisborne Airport, Titirangi Domain and a 5 minute walk to Waikanae Beach, a popular surfing destination.