Title: Visit Omarama: Best of Omarama Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Omarama](https://expedia.ca/Omarama-Hotels.d181326.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Omarama](https://expedia.ca/Omarama-Vacation-Rentals.d181326.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Things to do in Omarama](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Omarama.d181326.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Omarama Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Omarama.d181326.Car-Rental-Guide)[Omarama Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Omarama.d181326.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Omarama ## Travel Guide ![Omarama](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/482000/482167-Canterbury.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Omarama showing wild flowers and a lake or waterhole](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/235000/235667-Omarama.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Omarama](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/482000/482160-Canterbury.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Clay Cliffs featuring tranquil scenes and mountains](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/235000/235651-Omarama.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Omarama](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/482000/482164-Canterbury.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Omarama Things to do #### Rivers, lakes and the rugged beauty of the Southern Alps surround this small town in the outdoor playground of the Waitaki Valley. Get a bird’s-eye view from a glider, hike or bike with views of the Southern Alps, visit a farm, catch some fish or soak in a hot tub beneath a starry sky in Omarama. This little town in the Waitaki Valley is known for the rugged beauty of the hiking and biking trails that are scattered throughout the area. Omarama sits at a crossroads in the Waitaki District, in the Province of Otago. It’s just an hour from Lake Tekapo, in the centre of New Zealand’s stunning South Island. Make the short trip out to the Clay Cliffs just to the west of town. This jagged moon-like landscape is the work of 2 million years worth of erosion. Wander among the crevices of the clay and gravel cliffs to appreciate the bizarre formations. Take to the skies and soar like an eagle with a glider flight from Omarama Glider Airport. The clear air and vast landscapes mesmerize as your pilot catches the thermals to drift silently over the land, pointing out the landmarks far below. Enjoy a fun farming experience with a visit to The Wrinkly Rams farm. See a sheep shearing show and learn all about the farming and wool industry that makes up a big part of New Zealand rural life. Sit down in farm’s café for a tasty meal and buy a woolen item from the gift shop. Catch your own dinner by dropping a line in the water in one of the local rivers. Fishing is made a bit easier at Ladybird Hill. The friendly staff here will set up your rod to help you catch one of the salmon from their farm. Ask them to smoke the fish for you and enjoy your fresh meal with a bottle of wine from their vineyard. Round off your day with a sleep-inducing soak at Hot Tubs Omarama. Each hot tub has its own private setting, providing views over the lake and mountains. Relax with a glass of wine and watch the sun go down, then gaze up at the stars in the night sky and toast to this heavenly corner of the Southern Hemisphere. - Omarama Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in Omarama ![Ahuriri Motels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2600000/2593000/2592957/80da73b7_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Ahuriri Motels State Highway 83, Omarama CA $99 CA $114 total Oct 17 - Oct 18 includes taxes & fees Stay at this motel in Omarama. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Totara ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (482 reviews) "Clean, good shower, walking distance to restaurants and cafes." Reviewed on Oct 1, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=17%2F10%2F2025&endDate=18%2F10%2F2025&selected=2592957&PinnedHotelID=2592957&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=181326) ![Distinction Heritage Gateway Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/520000/519300/519242/d589068f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Distinction Heritage Gateway Hotel State Highway 8, Omarama CA $143 CA $165 total Oct 27 - Oct 28 includes taxes & fees Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Omarama. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ... 7.8/10 Good! (329 reviews) "A lovely bed and the room is a reasonable size, however the motel is bit dated. Reasonable value for money" Reviewed on Oct 5, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=27%2F10%2F2025&endDate=28%2F10%2F2025&selected=519242&PinnedHotelID=519242&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=181326) ![Sierra Motel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16200000/16195400/16195354/aaf90d43_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Sierra Motel 8 Twizel-Omarama Road, Omarama, Otago CA $144 CA $167 total Oct 20 - Oct 21 includes taxes & fees Stay at this motel in Omarama. Enjoy free parking, daily housekeeping, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (313 reviews) "Always enjoyed our stay here and its perfectly situated close to alot of outdoor activities and towns. Our unit has recently been renovated (the whole site has been) and absolutely loved it with dishwasher, huge shower and washing machine/dyer 💚💛" Reviewed on Sep 28, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=20%2F10%2F2025&endDate=21%2F10%2F2025&selected=16195354&PinnedHotelID=16195354&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=181326) [See all 211 properties in Omarama](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=17%2F10%2F2025&endDate=18%2F10%2F2025®ionId=181326) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Cosy 1960's Kiwi Holiday House](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115880000/115878100/115878013/b8df8ebc_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Cosy 1960's Kiwi Holiday House Omarama Stay at this vacation home in Omarama. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Totara Peak Gallery and Ladybird Hill Vineyard ... "The house is full of character and was perfect for our overnight stay. John waa great to deal with from start to finish and we all highly recommend this house for your stay in Omarama." Reviewed on Sep 24, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Omarama-Hotels-Cosy-1960s-Kiwi-Holiday-House.h115878013.Hotel-Information) ![Glencairn Beauty](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20320000/20314200/20314106/bfeae9e5_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Glencairn Beauty 16 Glencairn Road, Twizel Stay at this 3.5-star vacation home in Twizel. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Mueller Ridge and Twizel Town Centre are located ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (9 reviews) "Kitchen is fully equip and super clean." 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