Top Things to do in Otago Region
10 Lookouts in Otago Region That You Shouldn't Miss
Discover the best top things to do in Otago Region, New Zealand including Bennets Bluff Lookout, Remarkables Look Out Seat, Sir Leonard Wright Lookout, The Mole (Sea Wall), Coronet Peak, Signal Hill, Lindis Pass, Roxburgh Hydro Dam & Lookout, Nugget Point Lighthouse, Organ Pipes Track.
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1. Bennets Bluff Lookout
2. Remarkables Look Out Seat
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
3. Sir Leonard Wright Lookout
4. The Mole (Sea Wall)
5. Coronet Peak
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,530 reviews
Opening for winter 19 June 2021! Coronet Peak is New Zealand's most accessible ski resort, an easy 20 minute drive from Queenstown via a scenic, sealed access road. Whether you're an expert seeking long rolling trails, or complete beginners looking for a learn to ski/board package, or just want to experience the snow with a gondola or toboggan ride, then the friendly team at Coronet Peak are ready to make your mountain experience a fun and easy one. Coronet Peak is also the home of Night Ski, a winter bucket list activity in Queenstown, New Zealand. You can hire all your rental equipment on the mountain and our retail shop stocks all your other essentials for a fun day on the snow. Need ski or snowboard lessons? Our coaches cater to all ages and abilities; book 7 days in advance and save 10%. We also offer a ski bus transport service from central Queenstown that is available to book through our website. We look forward to seeing you!
Reviewed By sillymuso - Howick, New Zealand
We went during the school holidays in July so it was fairly busy as is expected. Having said that, lots of fun on the snow. Great for everyone including those that are new to skiing or snowboarding. There is a dedicated area for those that are learning and if you only plan on staying there then you don't have to pay as much. Access by car was easy (just drive carefully and have snow chains just in case).
6. Signal Hill
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 388 reviews
Reviewed By JnVSydney - Greater Sydney, Australia
A nice drive up the hill, full of winding turns. Once there, there was plenty of parking, it was a beautiful sunny day which made the views even more stunning, so peaceful and tranquil, It really puts Dunedin, into perspective. The is also a section for mountain bikers, something for all levels apparently. Definitely worth a visit if you have the time.
7. Lindis Pass
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 13 reviews
Reviewed By WordChristchurch - Christchurch, New Zealand
This is a dramatic, and visually stunning part ofthe South Island in New Zealand. Lovely road. Enjoy it.
8. Roxburgh Hydro Dam & Lookout
9. Nugget Point Lighthouse
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 136 reviews
Reviewed By wfamily2017 - Waikato Region, New Zealand
The views of the coastline were amazing, we were able to see the seals lazing in the sunny rock pools and swimming around the shoreline. Great photo opportunities of the lighthouse as we approached it.
10. Organ Pipes Track
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 21 reviews
Reviewed By Curious00208245326 - Cooroy, Australia
I started from the Mt Cargill road car park. As others have said, it’s a pretty tiny little carpark and can only really fit a few cars in on the side of a winding rural road. I don’t consider myself fit in any way, I can walk on flat ground all day with no issue but a couple of minutes uphill and I’m panting and red faced but I still made it up. Multiple quick, breath catching breaks and I made it up the steep incline in about 20 minutes. Well worn path with some steps along the way, mostly in the shade. There’s a series of steps exposed to the sun and then after this the climb is a lot more gentle. The path then forks with the left side heading to the pipes and the right continuing on Mt Cargill. This is well sign posted. I was then out of breath again for the climb up the fallen stones but that was pure fear hahahaha. It’s actually pretty easy to climb up the stones, just take it really slow and test where you’re putting your feet before weight bearing as some are a little loose. Excellent views over the peninsula await. All-in-all, a moderately difficult but relatively short walk that’s well worth the views.
