Make your way through Southland via the scenic southern route - a path that leads you from Dunedin through the Catlins, Invercargill and on to Fiordland.
The route takes you through stunning unspoiled landscape. Travel through ancient forests, historic towns and visit majestic lakes and rivers. Take a trip from the mainland to travel to Stewart Island off the southern coast.
Spring in Dunedin
Blooming blossom in the trees and bustle in the University of Otago halls signal the arrival of spring in Dunedin.
The city's public and private gardens are ablaze with color featuring resplendent daffodils and rhododendrons. Celebrations include the Alexandra Blossum Festival a festive time of wool shearing competitions and fashion parades,dances,arts & crafs and amusement rides to garden tours and cycling rides of activities, guest speakers and garden tours. For more information visit www.blossom.co.nz
Spring is also very evident when touring the Otago Peninsula: new born yellow-eyed penguins, royal albatross chicks and fur seals pups add to the abundant populations of resident wildlife.
It's time to spring down to the south of New Zealand and explore Dunedin!
Summer in Dunedin
It's time to experience summer in Southland. Make the most of a Southland summer and travel to our natural unspoilt splendour that claims the hearts and minds of all our visitors.
Summer time ensures the endless beaches and rolling green plains are inviting and simply a touch of paradise.
The height of summer makes for great hiking on Stewart Island's Rakiura Track, North Western or Southern Circuits. Enjoy sea kayaking and view a variety of native bird life on Ulva Island Open Bird Sanctuary. Try your hand at fishing for fresh blue cod or dine out on the abundant seafood that makes Stewart Island so special.
For more information or enquiries visit www.southlandnz.com.
Autumn in Dunedin
The city of Dunedin and the wider province of Otago offer a great deal in the Autumn. For sheer beauty of landscape, this region is breathtaking with rich autumnal tones full of texture.
If you're tempted by adventure, there are plenty of options such as yachting, windsurfing, water-skiing, jet-boating, rafting, kayaking, jet-skiing, and paragliding.
Temperatures in March, April and May are cooler and range from 63.6 (17C) to 42F (5C).
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