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Central Otago Travel Guide

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Central Otago - Taste the DifferenceFrom wine tasting and curling, to goldpanning and mountainbiking, the picturesque goldmining region of Central Otago has it all. The historic towns of Alexandra, Clyde, Cromwell, Roxburgh, Middlemarch, Naseby and St Bathans give Central Otago its charming goldmining character, and the towering mountain peaks, tussock-clad plains, mighty rivers and thriving wineries offer a host of exciting adventures to enjoy.

Lake Dunstan in Winter - photo courtesy of Tourism Central OtagoCentral Otago is New Zealand's most inland region. A peaceful place of extraordinary contrasts, it's affectionately called 'Central' by those that know it well. Stretching from Lindis Pass to the north-east of Ranfurly, Central Otago has long been famous for its scenic beauty. Towering mountain peaks, tussock-clad plains, mighty rivers and thriving wineries offer a host of exciting adventures to enjoy.

Tackle the Central Otago Rail Trail, a scenic cycling track linking Clyde with Middlemarch, sample the region’s award-winning pinot noir or pan for gold at Cromwell. Try your hand at the ancient Scottish sport of curling in Naseby, explore the deco architecture at Ranfurly, or experience one of Central Otago’s many outdoor activities. You can fish for salmon in the Clutha River, visit a gallery or garden, practise your swing over a round of golf, or explore some of the world-class mountainbike trails around Alexandra and Omakau.

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  • Golden Gate Lodge, Cromwell Motels & Motor Lodges
    Golden Gate Lodge
    Golden Gate Lodge is Central Otago's gateway accommodation in 47 Qualmark rated (3 stars) suites each with wide-opening French doors and balcony to make the most of stunning mountain, high country and vineyard views. Four suites...
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  • Pisa Range Lake Resort, Cromwell Apartments
    Pisa Range Lake Resort
    Looking for a unique style of accommodation? Then look no further than the Pisa Range Lake Resort. From the breathtaking views of Mountains and Water to the fun of staying in a villa built over the Marina. Pisa Range Lake...
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  • Cromwell TOP 10 Holiday Park, Cromwell Camping & Holiday Parks
    Cromwell TOP 10 Holiday Park
    Cromwell TOP 10 Holiday Park is set on spacious park-like grounds in Cromwell, Central Otago. Accommodation available includes tent sites, powered campervan sites, self-contained units and park motel units. At the Cromwell TOP 10...
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