Oamaru, is a major town in the Waitaki District of North Otago, and one of New Zealand’s most popular travel destinations.
A short distance from Timaru and Dunedin, this town is well known for its beautiful gardens, Victorian harbour and unique limestone architecture.
Oamaru is also a short drive away from the wildlife sanctuary on the Otago Peninsula, home to the world’s rarest penguin species- The Yellow-Eyed & Little Blue Penguins.
Waitaki has a diverse landscape, that’s ideal for outdoor pursuits. Holiday activities include skiing (in winter), trekking, hiking, rock-climbing, jet-boating, game-fishing, wind-surfing, gliding, bush-walking and eco tours.
Main attractions include the Oamaru Blue Penguin colony and the grand Totara estate.
Alpine Motel is located only 5 minutes walk to the town centre and also close to local restaurants and shopping centre. The motel is 3 minutes drive to the blue and yellow-eyed penguin colonies. Alpine Motel offers 10 units, most units feature kitchen facilities.
Golden Chain
PO Box 5341
Christchurch
New Zealand
0800 80 GOLDEN
(0800 80 465 336) - NZ only
Tel: +64 3 358 0821
Fax: +64 3 358 5012
Email: res@mchg.co.nz
