Intro to Coastal Otago, New Zealand

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Coastal Otago is rich in history owed to Dunedin's lengthy, natural harbour that attracted Maori over four centuries ago. More recently whalers and gold mining migrants from Scotland and China voyaged to the area leaving the best-preserved Victorian and Edwardian architecture in the Southern Hemisphere for visitors to take in.
The Dunedin university was founded here in 1869, making it the country's oldest and largest university. Today the university creates an energetic and creative atmosphere that makes visitors feel very welcome.
As well as the regions historical significance, the incredible wildlife right on its doorstep, and the natural beauty of the Waitaki district, visitors will find a host of other reasons to enjoy their stay here.

Things to do in Coastal Otago

As well as the history, Dunedin has incredible wildlife on it's doorstep, including the world's rarest penguins, a mainland albatross colony and fur seals and sea lions.
Further up the coast, North of Dunedin, visitors can find Oamaru and the Waitaki district. Here you can expect to find remarkable natural beauty, green rolling farmland, the extraordinary Moeraki boulders and ancient marine landscapes. With additional Victorian architecture and priceless Maori artefacts, the district has a lot to offer the visitors.
The Clutha district is the gateway to the deep south. This area provides superb fishing, rural experiences, and wildlife adventures along open impressive beaches.
Main towns in the Coastal Otago region
Dunedin - the main city in the Otago region
Oamaru - famous for its historical white stone architecture

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