Whangarei

17.89°C

Waitakere City

16.98°C

Manukau City

17.11°C

Papakura

24.46°C

Hauraki

17.26°C

Waikato

17.67°C

Matamata

18.46°C

Hamilton

17.51°C

Otorohanga

18.52°C

Rotorua

16.6°C

Taupo

15.44°C

Tauranga

19.27°C

Kawerau

18.6°C

Whakatane

19.64°C

Gisborne

15.51°C

New Plymouth

16.98°C

Stratford

8.97°C

Ruapehu

14°C

Wanganui

17°C

Palmerston North

16.41°C

Wairoa

19.19°C

Hastings

18.84°C

Napier

18.49°C

Masterton

15.49°C

Carterton

15.66°C

Porirua

15.99°C

Lower Hutt

16.45°C

Wellington

15.79°C

Tasman

9.35°C

Nelson

16.27°C

Marlborough

3.22°C

Kaikoura

15.48°C

Christchurch

12.59°C

Ashburton

12.52°C

Timaru

13.37°C

Waitaki

11.32°C

Waimate

13.08°C

Queenstown

12.38°C

Dunedin

14.33°C

Southland

9.98°C

Gore

11.31°C

Invercargill

12.06°C

Blenheim

14.73°C

Te Anau

27.35°C

Wanaka

11.17°C

Kaikoura

13.38°C

Stratford

13.54°C

Upper Hutt

15.9°C

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About

The southern region of New Zealand's South Island is where Otago can be found. It boasts captivating wonders of nature, a history rooted in culture and an array of delightful tourist activities. Dunedin takes centre stage as the main city in Otago with architecture that represents both Victorian and Edwardian periods while also possessing a lively arts scene rich with cultural diversity. The Otago tourism industry boasts of its mesmerizing scenery, featuring steep sea cliffs, lofty peaks and scenic lakes. The locale is home to several wildlife reserves like the Fiordland National Park, Mount Aspiring National Park or even the Otago Peninsula - each providing an opportunity for visitors to venture into some of New Zealand's most well-preserved natural habitats. The historical and cultural significance of Otago is widely recognized. Various Maori tribes once lived in the area, leaving behind an inheritance filled with captivating rock art and valuable relics that still hold great meaning today. Tourists can visit numerous museums, galleries, as well as distinctive cultural hubs to learn more about this region's diverse history intertwined with its heritage. Otago boasts of an array of tourism activities apart from its captivating natural beauty and cultural hotspots. It offers opportunities for skiing, snowboarding, hiking, mountain biking and water sports enthusiasts alike. Additionally recognized globally are the exceptional wineries that provide a chance to experience some of New Zealand's premium wine flavours. On the whole, Otago is an unavoidable location for anyone who desires to witness the stunning environment, rich traditions, and recreational pursuits that New Zealand has become popularized for.
Otago
New Zealand
Central Otago is a powerful landscape, sunny, dry and brown with weathered ancient mountains, alpine herb fields and fast flowing rivers.
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