Activities and Attractions
Central Otago

Central Otago New Zealand offers a wide range of tourist attractions and activities for visitors. Outdoor recreation, adventure activities, attractions for all ages & interests, wildlife & nature, restaurants & cafes, entertainment and shopping. Other tourism related services in Central Otago include venues for functions, conferences and weddings and professional organisers.

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The Central Otago region includes Alexandra, Cromwell, Clyde, Roxburgh, Lawrence, Ranfurly, Naseby and the renowned Otago Central Rail Trail. To find listings in specific areas of Central Otago, please select a sub region from the list below. For tourism services in Queenstown, please go to the Queenstown Travel Guide or the Wanaka Travel Guide

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Adventure South New Zealand
Small groups, great guides, superb holidays
Guided cycling, trekking & multi-adventure holidays to suit all levels of fitness. Our tours explore some of the best cycling and hiking routes in New Zealand's stunning South Island and cultural North Island, without the crowds. Join one of our small group, environmentally responsible, value packed adventures and let us introduce you to the natural wonder that New Zealand is!
In Alexandra / Otago Rail Trail Cycling & Biking and in Alexandra / Otago Rail Trail Walking & Hiking
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Adventure South New Zealand Small groups, great guides, superb holidays
Winter Games NZ August 2013
Major winter sports event with world-class athletes & 26 snow sports
The biggest winter sports event outside the Winter Olympics held every 2 years during August in Otago NZ. 16 days of thrilling competitions from snowboarding to figure skating and off-snow activities & entertainment in downtown Queenstown & Wanaka.
In Alexandra / Otago Rail Trail Entertainment and in Alexandra / Otago Rail Trail Snow & Mountains
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Winter Games NZ August 2013 Major winter sports event with world-class athletes & 26 snow sports
Goldrush MultiSport Event 24-26 March 2012
Kayaking, running, mountain & road biking in Central Otago
Goldrush is a 375km multi-sport race, set in the back country of Central Otago following the old trails opened up by the pioneers in their search for gold. Conducted over 3 days with 11 stages, the event is fun, friendly & affordable with a great atmosphere.
In Central Otago Wide Land Adventures
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Goldrush MultiSport Event 24-26 March 2012 Kayaking, running, mountain & road biking in Central Otago
Otago Festival of the Arts 5-14 October 2012
Celebrating the Arts - Music, Theatre, Dance, Visual Art
In Dunedin, the biennial Otago Festival of the Arts has earned a reputation for its huge pulling power of excellent and extra-ordinary international and national acts. A showcase of artistic excitement, style, panache, superb performance & pure indulgence, the programme includes, dance, theatre, music, opera, literature & visual arts performances.
In Central Otago Wide Attractions and in Central Otago Wide Entertainment
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Otago Festival of the Arts 5-14 October 2012 Celebrating the Arts - Music, Theatre, Dance, Visual Art
Otago Central Rail Trail Duathlon 25-26 February 2012
Running & mountain biking the 150 km Rail Trail
The Rail Trail Duathlon is a popular sporting event hosted in Central Otago. Held annually on the last weekend in February, the duathlon race involves competitors running and mountain biking the entire length of the Rail Trail, completing eight stages over two days.
In Alexandra / Otago Rail Trail Cycling & Biking
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Otago Central Rail Trail Duathlon 25-26 February 2012 Running & mountain biking the 150 km Rail Trail
Altitude Adventures, Alexandra
Specialists in customised Rail Trail and MTB tours in Central Otago.
Located in Henderson Cycle Shop we have a full range of bikes & equipment for hire. We offer 4 day fully supported or personalised Otago Rail Trail Bike Tours to suit all needs plus single track mountain bike rides for the more adventurous.
In Alexandra / Otago Rail Trail Cycling & Biking
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Altitude Adventures, Alexandra Specialists in customised Rail Trail and MTB tours in Central Otago.
Central Otago Wine Cellar On-line virtual wineshop, specialising in fine wines from the Otago region.
Off the Rails Cycle Tours Bike the Otago Central Rail Trail in comfort. 3 & 4 day packages, bike hire

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