Southern Destinations: November 15, 2018

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SOUTHLAND
southern holiday destinations
EXPLORE THE MAGIC
OF SOUTHLAND
Looking for something
different at budget
prices?
We are an unconventional,
whimsical motor park and motels
overlooking Fiordland’s most
scenic lake - A starting place for
Milford & Doubtful Sound.
• Tent sites
• Powered sites
• Standard cabins
• Kitchen cabins
• Studio to three bedroom motels
• Games room & two playgrounds
86 Cathedral Drive, Manapouri
(20km south of Te Anau)
Ph 03 249-6624 Fax 03 249 6699
manapourimotels@clear.net.nz
www.manapourimotels.co.nz
Southland’s unmatched beauty
provides a natural playground – no
matter what your passion. New
Zealand’s ultimate outdoor destination
offers engaging scenery of lush
rainforests, fertile farmlands and
sweeping coastlines.
Savour the South
With some of the world’s best fare
produced within the region, Southland
serves up an eclectic mix of dining
experiences; succulent seafood
including world famous Bluff Oysters,
farm-fresh vegetables, prime cuts
of meat and renowned cheese rolls
- all dished up with a good dash of
Southern hospitality.
New Zealand’s Garage
It may appear Invercargill is obsessed
with anything that has wheels. Visit
Bill Richardson Transport World, which
holds the largest private collection
of its type in the world, or see the
illustrious display of motorcycles at
Classic Motorcycle Mecca. Check
out Invercargill’s motorcycle legend
of speed, Burt Munro, at E. Hayes
and Sons Motorworks. Have a go on
an excavator at Dig This Invercargill,
New Zealand’s first and only heavy
equipment playground.
Water Adventures
Southland is a region shaped by
water. Cruise alongside Albatross and
catch your own Blue Cod at Stewart
Island. Speed across Lake Hauroko,
New Zealand’s deepest lake, and
then down the Wairaurahiri River in an
exhilarating jet boat ride. Come face
to face with the largest predator of the
seas when you cage dive with Great
White Sharks.
Wilderness and Wildlife
The region is an absolute ‘must do’
for anyone who is passionate about
the natural world and authentic
encounters. This wild coast is home
to an array of marine life including
sea lions, Hector’s Dolphins and the
distinctive Hoiho, the Yellow-Eyed
Penguin. On Stewart Island take a
once in a lifetime opportunity to spot
the rare kiwi bird in its natural habitat.
Aurora Australis
During the winter months Southland is
the perfect place to catch a glimpse of
the Aurora Australis. Also known as the
Southern Lights The Catlins and Bluff
are the best place to view this natural
phenomenon.
Find out more about Southland at:
southlandnz.com
Plan your Southland escape today
Don’t Wait!
MANAPOURI ACCOMMODATION
WITH VIEWS
The Manapouri Motels and
Holiday Park have been run by the
Nicholsons ever since they arrived
from the USA in 1970, discovered the
beauty of Fiordland and never left!
Forty years later they continue to
provide a welcoming haven for
travellers from near and far, offering
clean comfortable accommodation
options and a wealth of knowledge
about New Zealand’s World Heritage
wilderness.
With wonderful views of Lake
Manapouri, visitors can choose from
motels, cabins or camping sites. The
10 motel units have self catering
facilities and range from studio units
for two persons to a three bedroom
house known as the “Green Crib.”
There are also 18 “cabins with
character” for more budget
conscious travellers. Each cabin is
quirkily different, 5 include basic
kitchen facilities while the remainder
use the well equipped on-site
communal kitchen and shower/
toilet facilities. For campers there are
powered or non-powered sites which
are beautifully situated to enjoy lake
views or a tranquil sheltered location
among the trees.
The Manapouri Motels and Holiday
Park is located close to Manapouri’s
restaurants and pub as well as
local walking tracks, lake based
recreational activities and a variety of
excursions to Fiordland’s unspoiled
environment and wildlife.
For further information visit www.
manapourimotels.co.nz