Ribbonwood Track
This track starts with a steep climb with rewards of breathtaking views across Geraldine. Along the way, you can enjoy paddocks to the left and bush and mountains to...
See & Do Destination: Geraldine
Pekapeka Gully Track
The track is named after the rare native long tailed bat (pekapeka) which inhabits the area. The tiny thumb sized bats can occasionally be spotted in the evenings....
Geraldine Sculpture Trail
The Sculpture trail includes four tracks, taking you through Talbot Forest, along Waihi River and around Geraldine Domain. The trail is beautiful in spring with...
Talbot Forest Reserve Walks
Talbot Forest Scenic Reserve is the last remnant of an extensive forest that once covered the Geraldine area. The first reserve was created in 1879 and was added to in...
Kakahu Bush Tracks
Kakahu Track
This track follows the route of a wooden tramway, which over a century ago, brought marble chips from quarries in the gorge to the Hall Road kiln.
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River Walk
The riverside walk, located right in the heart of Geraldine, winds its way along the Waihi River taking in Rhododendron Dell, magnificent in spring, as well as a small...
Timaru District Golf Courses
We have plenty of golfing options across the district. Beautifully scenic courses for all levels, including a driving range – perfect for some competitive...
Native bats
South Canterbury is home to an important population of critically endangered bats/ pekapeka.
One of the best places to see them is in Talbot Forest in Geraldine. If...
Geraldine Farm Tours
Experience an authentic, intimate and up-close real working New Zealand farm set at Beauly Farm, in the South Canterbury foothills near the historic village of...
Geraldine Cinema
Located in the historic Geraldine Town Hall, the Geraldine Cinema is one of a few left of it’s type and age in New Zealand. Featuring sofas and arm chairs...
Timaru District Outdoor Pools
The Timaru District has four great heated outdoor pools located at Timaru, Temuka, Geraldine and Pleasant Point.
Big Rock Adventures
Abseil, jump and zipline your way through this remote canyon with an experienced guide. If you love water sports and are comfortable with heights, this will likely be...
The Farmyard Holiday Park
This is more than just a holiday park, it’s a farmyard you can visit during the day. They have animals including donkeys, alpacas, llamas, goats, kune kune...
Merivale Fine Arts Gallery
A wide range of contemporary and historic artworks for sale and can been sent to buyers overseas. The gallery offers art valuations and a restoration service.
Susan Badcock Gallery
Susan Badcock Gallery exhibits work by three generations of her family – her grandfather Douglas Badcock, father John Badcock, and Susan herself. With a...
McAtamney Gallery & Design Store
Located in Geraldine, you’ll find collections from contemporary artists such as Richard Bolton, Bernadette Parsons, Susanna Izard and Rachel Dewhirst. There are also...
Street Art
Take a self-guided tour of the Timaru District’s street art. Expressive murals scale buildings, lay hidden in alleyways and add a bold and bright feel to our...
Self drive Māori Rock Art sites
The Timaru District has the highest number of studied Māori rock art sites in New Zealand. This is due to our many river ways that early Māori used as their roads...
Route 79 Museum
An eclectic showcase of classic cars, tractors, military vehicles, WWII artillery, memorabilia and more.
Geraldine Historical Museum
The Geraldine Historical Museum showcases the contribution that organisations and individuals have made to the development of the Geraldine and wider Timaru...
Roger Mahan Heritage Centre
This museum houses a varied collection of heritage vehicles and machinery displayed in a huge modern 5600 square metre building, known as the Roger Mahan Heritage Centre.
Geraldine Military Museum
Visit the South Island’s only dedicated military museum showcasing rare last-of-their-kind vehicles plus large scale displays from Vietnam and Germany.
Geraldine Vintage Car and Machinery Museum
A must-see for lovers of everything vintage! While motoring enthusiasts will love the multiple buildings housing vintage and classic cars, tractors, motorbikes and...
Alps 2 Ocean 4×4 High Country Station Tours
Experience the beautiful Central South Island from your base in Timaru District. Explore pristine lakes, mountains and fjords, glaciers, rainforest and 4WD through...
Mundell’s Race Centre
Mundell’s Race Centre is a fully licenced premises offering car, flight and golf simulators as well as a karaoke room.