The 10 Best Things to do in Chatham Islands, Chatham Islands

July 22, 2021 Osvaldo Hartline

Discover the best top things to do in Chatham Islands, New Zealand including Ocean Mail Scenic Reserve, Owenga Charters, Tuku Scenic Farm Tour, Admiral Gardens, Basalt Columns, Chatham Islands Museum, Maunganui Stone Cottage, Henga Scenic Reserve, Waitangi Bay Beach, JM Barker (Hapupu) National Historic Reserve.

1. Ocean Mail Scenic Reserve

North Road Department of Conservation, Chatham Islands, 8942 New Zealand +64 3-305 0098 http://www.discoverthechathamislands.co.nz/visit/Walks/
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5.0 based on 8 reviews

Ocean Mail Scenic Reserve

Reviewed By 525robint - Christchurch, New Zealand

After walking through the Scenic Reserve we came out on to a deserted wild and windy beach with crashing waves. A short walk later and over a sandhill we came on to the edge of some peaceful farmland and skirted the edge of the reserve back to our bus. Another snapshot of what makes The Chathams unique

2. Owenga Charters

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5.0 based on 1 reviews

Owenga Charters

Owenga Charters combine our passion for the area, our in-depth knowledge of the region’s heritage, and a lifetime of experiences on the water to deliver a genuinely unique experience. We offer a range of fishing charters and scenic tours, and can also cater to your needs with personalised charters. Please refer to our website for further information.

3. Tuku Scenic Farm Tour

8942 New Zealand +64 3-305 0351 [email protected] http://www.discoverthechathamislands.co.nz/visit/product/?product=tuku-scenic-farm-tour
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5.0 based on 2 reviews

Tuku Scenic Farm Tour

4. Admiral Gardens

North Road New Zealand +64 3-305 0448
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5.0 based on 16 reviews

Admiral Gardens

Reviewed By 964francess

We thoroughly enjoyed our visit to Admiral Gardens and Lois kindly gave us a personal tour, which made it even better. Probably our number one pick of things to do on Chatham Islands. Highly recommend.

5. Basalt Columns

Port Hutt Road New Zealand http://www.discoverthechathamislands.co.nz/visit/Nature/
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4.5 based on 22 reviews

Basalt Columns

Reviewed By 525robint - Christchurch, New Zealand

We visited a number of rocky sites on The Chathams and for me this was the most fascinating - symmetrical columns of rock rising straight out of the sea - an amazing sight. Only reached by going through private land so you must go with a tour group which has permission to enter.

6. Chatham Islands Museum

9 Tuku Road New Zealand +64 3-305 0033 http://www.nzmuseums.co.nz/account/3214
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4.5 based on 8 reviews

Chatham Islands Museum

Reviewed By pthibb

a jam packed museum full of details about the past life of the Chatham Islands a 'must do' visit. Combine with a visit to the old TV studio and a walk on the beach.

7. Maunganui Stone Cottage

Waitangi West Road New Zealand +64 3-305 0302 http://thechathams.thrive.net.nz/visit/product/
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4.5 based on 19 reviews

Maunganui Stone Cottage

Reviewed By jjcook0 - Botany Downs, New Zealand

The knowledge of the owner and her experiences are are a treasure to hear her life style and the knowledge and history are amazing

8. Henga Scenic Reserve

North Road New Zealand +64 3-305 0098 http://www.discoverthechathamislands.co.nz/visit/Walks/
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4.5 based on 10 reviews

Henga Scenic Reserve

Reviewed By JaneneKerry - Negombo, Sri Lanka

Really nice walk with a range of undergrowth. Even some very wind swept trees which show how much the wind blows here. Weka are all over the island. Rock formations are interesting

9. Waitangi Bay Beach

New Zealand +64 508 242 8426 http://www.discoverthechathamislands.co.nz
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4.5 based on 6 reviews

Waitangi Bay Beach

Reviewed By 525robint - Christchurch, New Zealand

Waitangi is where many fishing boats come into the wharf and the Waitangi Bay beach is a lovely deserted stretch of sand which curves around to a headland. This bay is the view from the Hotel as well.

10. JM Barker (Hapupu) National Historic Reserve

North Rd New Zealand +64 3-305 0098 http://www.doc.govt.nz/parks-and-recreation/places-to-go/chatham-islands/places/jm-barker-hapupu-national-historic-reserve/
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4.5 based on 7 reviews

JM Barker (Hapupu) National Historic Reserve

Reviewed By 525robint - Christchurch, New Zealand

This reserve houses a number of trees where the Moriori etched unusual face and figures on the bark of trees. Not all are available to be seen and sadly as the years pass and the trees grow older they will be lost. This Reserve is another reminder of just how different the flora on the Chathams is to that of NZ

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