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Destinations
Destinations
Timaru City
Geraldine
Temuka
Pleasant Point
Peel Forest & Mesopotamia
See & Do
See & Do
Top 10 Things
The Timaru district is full of fun things for the whole family. Caroline Bay, little penguins and Māori Rock Art are just some of them, here are our Top 10 Must Do’s.
Family Fun
Get out and make the most of Timaru district with these family friendly activities. With playgrounds and wildlife encounters to beaches and attractions, there’s plenty to keep everyone entertained.
Tours & Experiences
Explore museums, visit high country stations, take a scenic helicopter flight or go on a guided hunting trip, there are plenty of different ways to see the region.
Arts, Culture & Heritage
Visit galleries and museums, discover ancient Māori rock art, admire vibrant street art and wander through beautiful heritage gardens.
Sports & Outdoors
You can do it all in Timaru district, from surfing to hunting game to swimming in the ocean. It's a great destination all year round.
Walk & Bike Trails
Walk and bike along our costal tracks with breathtaking views. From short walks to hikes, coastal trails to bush tracks, there’s over 30 walking & cycling trails to discover.
ROAM
Go for a ROAM around the beautiful Central South Island lakes and visit fabulous locations like Aoraki/Mt Cook, Tekapo and Ōmārama.
Timaru Trails
Explore Timaru district’s fascinating history, art scene, food, walking & biking tracks and more with the free Timaru Trails app.
Eat & Drink
Eat & Drink
Cafes & Coffee Shops
Restaurants
Bars & Breweries
Artisian Creators & Markets
SCOFF
Plan Your Trip
Plan Your Trip
Accommodation
Motels, Hotels and Motorlodges
Boutique and B&B
Holiday Parks and camping
Itineraries & Inspo
Cruise in Timaru
Tours for cruise passengers
Things to see and do
Services
Cruise schedule
Cruise FAQ's for passengers
Information Centres
Seasonal Guides
Getting here and getting around
Tiaki Promise
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Events
Events Calendar
Key & Featured Events
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How to list an event
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Otaio Gorge DOC Campsite
Camp at the scenic reserve beside the Otaio River.
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Mt Nimrod DOC Campsite
A quiet campsite located in the Hunter Hills, 30 minutes from Timaru, enjoy the scenery and local river or challenge yourself on the Mount Nimrod track.
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Waihī Gorge DOC Campsite
Located on the banks of the Waihī River, this is a popular campsite surrounded by forest and located 15 minutes from the Geraldine township.
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Pioneer Park
Set at historic Raincliff, Pioneer Park offers a fantastic campground close to nature and the historic Burkes Cottage. Dogs allowed.
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Peel Forest DOC Campground
The popular and large DOC (Department of Conservation) campground located beside the Rangitata River is surrounded by native podocarp forest in the Peel Forest Reserve which features a number of spec…
Phone: 03 379 4082
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Temuka Holiday Park
Set in the Temuka Domain with capacity for over 1000 campers, the Temuka Holiday Park offers powered and non-powered sites, as well as studio units and lodge rooms. Within the domain there is a playg…
Phone: 03 615 724
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Route 79 Holiday Park
Route 79 Holiday Park is set on a tranquil, flat 2 hectare rural property on the main road from Christchurch to Geraldine. Accommodation options include studio and double units as well as powered and…
Phone: 0800 2478 679
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Orari Farmyard Holiday Park
The Farmyard Holiday Park, 5km from Geraldine, has a range of accommodation options to suit every budget and need, with the added bonus of an extensive range of animals for you and your family to enj…
Phone: 03 693 9355
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Glenmark Holiday Park
Glenmark Holiday Park located just a 3-minute drive south from central Timaru. There is accommodation to suit all budgets at the quiet and friendly park, options include standard cabins, self-contain…
Phone: 03 684 3682
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Geraldine Top 10 Holiday Park
Set in a tranquil, park-like setting in the heart of Geraldine, Geraldine TOP 10 Holiday Park offers a range of accommodation options, including motel units, cabins, and camping sites, all close to c…
Phone: 03 693 8147
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Timaru Top 10 Holiday Park
Centrally located with a wonderful relaxed atmosphere, the Timaru Top 10 Holiday Park is within walking distance of Caroline Bay and the city centre. Accommodation options include motel units, cabins…
Phone: 0800 242 121
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