The Catlins
Travel Guide
Visit The Catlins
Curio Bay Salt House Motel
"Good location. Staff was responsive in answering questions and providing instructions to enter the property. It can be cleaner though - we found some dirty socks below a chair for instance. There was a binder on the kitchen counter which stated that the guests must do the dishes or will be charged ..."
Reviewed on May 31, 2026
The Kaka Point Motels
"Amazing, great views and so clean. Thank you!!"
Reviewed on May 18, 2026
Kākā Point Beach House
"A perfect sized bach well equipped for a short break in beautiful Kaka Point!"
Reviewed on May 6, 2026
Kākā Point Beach House
"A perfect sized bach well equipped for a short break in beautiful Kaka Point!"
Reviewed on May 6, 2026
Kaka Point Holiday House
"It's pretty great at all..we love the house and the location is really priceless"
Reviewed on May 6, 2026
Serene on Marine, Kaka Point
"10/10 stay at the very serene on marine. We loved it and will be back."
Reviewed on Apr 12, 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 forest 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.
