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1. • • Dunedin and Invercargill Airports are the main gateway airports for The Catlins.
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   Which airport is closest to the Catlins?

   • If you are looking to fly into the Catlins area, the closest airports are Invercargill Airport and Dunedin Airport. It is about a 40 minutes drive from Invercargill to the Catlins (well, Fortrose on the Western edge of the Catlins) or the same from Dunedin to the Catlins (Balclutha, the eastern edge of the Catlins)

   17 Breathtaking Things to do in the Catlins, New Zealand

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   Where is the Catlins located?

   • The Catlins is situated on the lower south east coast of the South Island. You can either access The Catlins from Christchurch International Airport, Queenstown International Airport, Dunedin International Airport or Invercargill Airport. Dunedin and Invercargill Airports are the main gateway airports for The Catlins.

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   Do you need a car to visit the Catlins?

   • There is no public transport in the Catlins and only one or two infrequent buses that help tour the area. But to be honest, you need a car to access these off the beaten track sites. You can hire a car from Dunedin Airport or Invercargill Airport if you are flying straight in, or any other major town around the South Island.

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   How do I get to the Catlins NZ?

   • The quickest way to get to the Catlins would be to fly into Invercargill airport and rent a car from here to drive to the Catlins. If you are visiting the Catlins, I would highly recommend driving as transport is very limited in the region. Below are the three options I would recommend for getting around the Catlins NZ (depending on your budget):

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   How do I get from Dunedin Airport to the Catlins?

   • For driving directions use Google Maps for more information. Drive Times - Airport to The Catlins: Dunedin Airport to Kaka Point - 1 hour Invercargill Airport to Fortrose - 40 mins The recommended way to explore The Catlins is to self-drive. There is no public bus or rail transport. Some activity operators may offer pick up and drop off facilities.

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   Where to go on a Catlins trip?

   • You’ll want to visit some beaches on your Catlins trip (it’s home to some of the best beaches in New Zealand after all) and Cannibal Bay is a good one to start with. It’s a shortish drive from Nugget Point and the beach is stunning. You can also walk over to Surat Bay and you’ll get some sweeping views from the headland separating the two.

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3. nzpocketguide.com › the-complete-guide-to-the-catlinsThe Complete Travel Guide to The Catlins - NZ Pocket Guide

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   Aug 13, 2022 · The closest international airport is Queenstown Airport (3 hours drive), which also has frequent domestic flights from Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch. The Catlins is on the main national bus route, which you can find more information about in Bus Networks in New Zealand.

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   You can drive from one side of the Catlins to the other in two hours, so technically you could explore the region in a day. However, there are so many things to do in the Catlins, I’d recommend two days at minimum. We stayed three nights in the Catlins which gave us more than enough time to see the highlights. It was nice to be able to explore at a...

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   1. Take a picturesque walk to Jack’s Blowhole

   Before you even reach this natural phenomenon, the picturesque walk to Jack’s blowhole is worth the effort alone. The walk starts at Jack’s Bay and takes 20 minutes each way. You’ll pass through sheep-clad pastures and be treated to many stunning coastal views along the way. When visiting Jack’s Blowhole, don’t expect the kind that dramatically spurts out water. This is more of an ultra-deep gorge surrounded by trees that you peer down upon from above. Spurting water or not, it’s still a cool...

   2. Spot the Sea Lions at Jack’s Bay

   While you are in the area, Jack’s Bay is a nice little beach to spend some time on. It also happens to be a popular hangout spot for sea lions. If you are lucky, you might spot some of these funny creatures!

   3. Visit the iconic Nugget Point Lighthouse

   If you google image search the Catlins NZ, photos of the Nugget Point lighthouse will probably be the first thing to pop up. Would you believe me if I said this dramatic peninsula is even more spectacular in real life? To get here, you drive up to the Nugget Point car park and walk about 15 minutes along an easy path that leads up to the lighthouse. For the most epic photo opportunities, I’d highly recommend visiting Nugget Point at either sunrise or sunset. TOP TIP: To get the dramatic persp...

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   Thanks to its coastal rainforest and high rainfall, the Catlins is blessed with some of New Zealand’s most spectacular waterfalls. Exploring these waterfalls is definitely one of the best things to do in the Catlins NZ! Below are some of my top picks for waterfalls in the Catlins:

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   I’ll pre-warn you right now… There is not a huge range of options when it comes to places to eat in the Catlins. We bought groceries at the New World in Balclutha and cooked most of our meals in a motorhome. However, there are a few of the noteworthy restaurants and cafes in the Catlins that I have outlined below:

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   There is a variety of accommodation available in the Catlins, including holiday houses, bed and breakfasts and motels. However, I would personally recommend staying at camping grounds. After all, the Catlins is all about the incredible scenery. There is no better way to immerse yourself in the beauty of these landscapes than by camping right in the...

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   The Catlins is apart of the Southern Scenic Route, which is a 600km stretch of road passing with some of New Zealand’s most stunning scenery at every bend. If you have the time, it is well worth driving the whole Southern Scenic Route and making the Catlins a part of a longer road trip itinerary.

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   If you are visiting the Catlins, I would highly recommend driving as transport is very limited in the region. Below are the three options I would recommend for getting around the Catlins NZ (depending on your budget):

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   The Catlins is known for its wildly varied weather. We went in February (which is meant to be summer). One minute it would be sunny and boiling hot, the next it would be windy, raining and freezing! Typically, summer temperatures hover around 16-24C and winter temperatures around 8-13C. The area is very lush which means it does rain a lot, with an ...

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   Oct 9, 2020 · If you are looking to fly into the Catlins area, the closest airports are Invercargill Airport and Dunedin Airport. It is about a 40 minutes drive from Invercargill to the Catlins (well, Fortrose on the Western edge of the Catlins) or the same from Dunedin to the Catlins (Balclutha, the eastern edge of the Catlins)

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6. www.rome2rio.com › s › Nearby-AirportsHow to get to Catlins Lake from 5 nearby airports - Rome2rio

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   The nearest airport to Catlins Lake is Dunedin (DUD) Airport which is 75.9 km away. Other nearby airports include Invercargill (IVC) (100.7 km) and Queenstown (ZQN) (176.7 km). More information

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   • Distance: 251 mi
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7. seethesouthisland.com › catlins-itinerary-day-tripCatlins Itinerary: A Day Trip from Dunedin + A Longer Stay

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   Nov 25, 2021 · This Catlins itinerary assumes you’re starting in Dunedin and heading south from there. I’ll give you my perfect Catlins day trip itinerary first and then towards the end will show you the best things to see on a two or three-day trip.

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   The Catlins travel guide: Awakiki Scenic Reserve, Nugget Point Lighthouse, Cannibal Bay, Pounawea, Owaka, Papatowai, Matai Falls, etc. The journey is worth it!