The Catlins Travel Guide
Tourist 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 11 May 2026
The Kaka Point Motels
"Amazing, great views and so clean. Thank you!!"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Kākā Point Beach House
"A perfect sized bach well equipped for a short break in beautiful Kaka Point!"
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Kākā Point Beach House
"A perfect sized bach well equipped for a short break in beautiful Kaka Point!"
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Catlins beach house overlooking Hina Hina Bay. 5 minute walk to Surat Bay
"A fabulous place to get away to. So well equipped with all the amenities to make life easy. Beautiful space to rest and relax in. Super clean, gorgeous views, lots of beaches close by. Comfortable beds, fantastic showers with plenty of hot water. Warm, modern and very cozy."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Kaka Point Holiday House
"It's pretty great at all..we love the house and the location is really priceless"
Reviewed on 6 May 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 forests and seaside while you're in the area.
Kaka Point Scenic Reserve
Explore the great outdoors at Kaka Point Scenic Reserve, a lovely green space in Kaka Point. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.
