Maniototo, Central Otago, NZ.

The Maniototo’s wide open spaces are full of trails and tails … there are discoveries to be made.  Immerse yourself in our rich history, explore the land, linger a bit and get to know the locals.

Cycle the Otago Central Rail Trail, ‘Have A Go’ at curling or step back in time to the 1930’s exploring Ranfurly’s art deco architecture any time of year .  Visit the high country on a 4WD tour, take in a round of golf, relax with a stunning Central Otago wine or wander the Taieri River with your fishing rod.

Mountains, ridges and ranges surround the plains; the Hawkdun Range,  Mt Ida Range, Rough Ridge, the Lammermoors, Rock ‘n’ Pillars and the Kakanuis.

Hot dry summers, spectacular autumn colours and dry winters that herald a crisp, clear Spring.

So come, be our guest, where beauty abounds and history surrounds you.

VIEW THE 1994 HEARTLAND TV SERIES MANIOTOTO FEATURE WITH GARY MCCORMICK.