Kaka Point, The Catlins

Cathedral Caves

Fossilised Forest @ Curio Bay

Lake Wilkie

View of Nuggets from Nugget Point Lighthouse

Sea Lion on Kaka Point Beach

Yellow Eyed Penguin @ Roaring Bay

Purakaunui Falls

Kaka Point, gateway to the Catlins is a seaside destination with patrolled beaches in summer. Its long white sandy beaches provide an ideal base for relaxing or exploring the Catlins' spectacular scenery, including the rocky outcrop at Nugget Point Lighthouse with its dramatic sweeping views. Experience wildlife such as yellow-eyed (hoiho) penguins, fur seals, and hooker sea lions in their natural surroundings. Sea birds and native birds are scattered throughout the district. Bush walks, waterfalls, the Petrified Forest, Cathedral Caves, sea and ocean views, and fantastic sunrises all exists within our piece of paradise.

Activities

We are more than happy to help plan your day to its best during your stay at
Cardno's Accommodation. Depending on how far you wish to travel, your time frame and mobility, we suggest some of the following activities, which are available for you to enjoy. Please feel free to print this out for your reference. Your enquiries are welcome. Long stays are welcome and tariff adjusted accordingly.

• View the sea lions at Surat Bay
• Walk along Cannibal Bay, historic Maori site
• Wander down to the Kaka Point Township - one-minute walk to the restaurant
• Nugget Lighthouse Reserve - view the rocky rugged outcrops
  
• Surfing - world famous waves
  
• Bowling Green - 5 minutes walk from Cardno's Accommodation
  
• Tunnel Hill Rail Tunnel - bring or hire a torch
  
• The Owaka Township - shops, museum, information centre
  
• Pounawea Township - playground and self-guided nature walks
• Saltmarsh and Forest - at Pounawea
• Jacks Bay - beach and walkway to the Blow Hole
  
• Catlins River Walk - up to 5 hours long, you can freedom walk or be dropped off and picked up at the other end
• Purakaunui Falls - 10-minute walk with 2 lookouts
  
• Lake Wilkie - picturesque, beautiful, still, only a 10-minute walk
• Matai Falls - 40-minute return walk
• Horseshoe Falls - through the beautiful Catlins Forest
  
• Papatowai Township - abundant walking tracks
  
• Tawanui - beech forest, trout fishing
  
• Florence Hill Lookout - look over the beautiful Tautuku Beach
• Tautuku Estuary Board Walk - fern bird habitat
  
• Cathedral Caves - a natural wonder
  
• MacLean Falls - forest walking in the Catlins, surrounded by birds
  
• Niagara Falls - seeing is believing
  
• Waikawa Township - museum and information centre
• Curio Bay - a great place to see Hector Dolphins
  
• Petrified Forest from the Jurassic Age - at Curio Bay
• Slope Point - the southern most point of the South Island
  
• Waipapa Point - historic lighthouse
  
• Penguin Hide - at Roaring Bay, 10-minute walk to view Hoiho penguins from a hide.
  
• Seal Colony - fur seals at Nugget Point Lighthouse, 15 minute drive from Cardno's Accommodation
  
• Guided Bush Walks - view beech forest, podocarp, rata, totara and wildlife
• Bush walks - numerous throughout the Catlins District
• River Walks - at Tawanui
  
• Hiking - freedom or arranged to your requirements
• Blo-Karting - for the adventurer
  
• Biking/Cycling - guided or for hire
  
• Canoeing - assisted tours or for hire
• Nature Tours - learn about the Catlins local flora and fauna
  
• Heritage Tours - our district heritage
• Transported Tours - to suit your requirements
  
• Port Molyneux - historical site
• Individual Walks - maps, directions and assistance available
• Two-Day Walks - amongst wildlife with spectacular views
  
• Mountain Biking - variety of off-track terrain
  
• Natural Surroundings - relaxing beach walks, river walks and native bush walks
  
• Door-to-door Transportation - to assist your abilities and time frame for your activities
  
• Wreck Diving - relevant license required
  
• Tramping - for all levels of fitness
  
• Sea Fishing - around the rugged Catlins Coastline
  
• Blowhole - view at Jacks Bay
• Wildlife Tours - viewing in natural surroundings
  
• Fly Fishing - equipment supplied
• Deer Hunting - licence required
• Dive Trips - experienced operators available
  
• Railway Tour - guided
  
• Wildlife Reserves - nature unhindered
  
• Bird Spotting - binoculars enhance your viewing
  
• View Fossil Forest - at Curio Bay, exposed at low tide
• Yachting - at Jacks Bay/boat club
  
• Easter Fishing Competition - throughout the district
  
• Motorbike Rally - annually organised event
  
• Porpoise Bay - view Hector Dolphins
  
• Chaslands Mistake - shipwreck area
  
• Purakaunui Bay - attractive beach
  
• Catlins Lake - picnic spots
  
• Tautuku Bay - 15-minute forest walk, Outdoor Education Centre
  
• Hayward Point, Owaka Heads - historically a busy timber port
  
• Nugget Point - lighthouse built in 1869
  
• Tennis Court - 5-minute walk from Cardno's Accommodation
  
• Awakiki Bush Scenic Reserve - small totara forest
  
• Tahakopa Bay - 40-minute return walk or 2-3 hour return tramp
• Eating - 1-minute walk from Cardno's Accommodation
  
• Breakfast, Lunch, Evening Meals - in Kaka Point

alternatively...

Just relax - with a glass of wine or coffee/tea, enjoying the expansive and ever-changing sea/ocean view from your accommodation at Cardno's.