Catlins Forest Park

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Upper McLean Falls; the reward at the end of the short walk through the rain forest in the Catlins on the south island of New Zealand. #nature
The incredible McLean Falls in The Catlins, New Zealand. If you're feeling adventurous you can even climb to the top of the falls and stand on the edge 😮
This is McLean Falls and it's located in the Catlins, one of the most beautiful areas in New Zealand. Mclean Falls is the tallest and perhaps the most spectacular waterfall in this region and officially reaches 22 metres in height, but this just refers to the main drop of the falls from the very top to where it meets its first water pool, it then descends for many more metres over a series of terraces. #green
McLeans Falls (lower) is always worth the walk when exploring the Catlins in New Zealand’s South Island. #waterfall #rainforest
Beautiful forest walk (30-40min return) resulted in this magnificent view. The best waterfall in the Catlin's National Park in my opinion and a must-do if you're in the area!
Curio Bay Salt House Motel

Curio Bay Salt House Motel

3 out of 5
517 Waikawa-Curio Bay Rd Curio Bay
The price is S$156 per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
S$156
30 Mar - 31 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach guesthouse in Curio Bay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Popular attractions Curio Bay Beach and Curio Bay Petrified Forest ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (366 reviews)
Shall be perfect with shear curtains, only black outs available

Reviewed on 18 Mar, 2026

Curio Bay Salt House Motel
Croydon Lodge Hotel

Croydon Lodge Hotel

4 out of 5
100 Waimea Street Croydon
The price is S$128 per night from 8 Apr to 9 Apr
S$128
8 Apr - 9 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Croydon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Hokonui Pioneer village and Museum ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (256 reviews)
Friendly staff, safe parking, beautiful park and garden setting

Reviewed on 14 Mar, 2026

Croydon Lodge Hotel
The Kaka Point Motels

The Kaka Point Motels

4 out of 5
24 Rata Street Kaka Point
The price is S$126 per night from 25 Mar to 26 Mar
S$126
25 Mar - 26 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Kaka Point. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Tarata St Park and Kaka Point Beach are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (284 reviews)
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Reviewed on 15 Mar, 2026

The Kaka Point Motels
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Kaka Point Luxury Spa Accommodation

Kaka Point Luxury Spa Accommodation

2 out of 5
26 Esplanade Kaka Point Otago
Stay at this apartment in Kaka Point. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, daily housekeeping and premium TV channels. Popular attractions Kaka Point Beach and Recreational Reserve ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (8 reviews)
Comfortable chairs with a view! Modern and clean.

Reviewed on 11 Feb, 2026

Kaka Point Luxury Spa Accommodation
Catlins Lake Sanctuary

Catlins Lake Sanctuary

3.5 out of 5
193 Hina Hina Road Owaka
Stay at this beach holiday home in Owaka. Enjoy free parking, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Teapot World and Catlins Lake are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (5 reviews)
Great base camp for exploring the Catlins
This was a great base camp for exploring the Catlins. Beds were clean and comfortable, although I felt I had to wipe down the kitchen before using it. The property was amazing! Beautiful views of the estuary, a peaceful place to walk in the mornings, and good view of stars at night.

Reviewed on 28 Feb, 2020

Catlins Lake Sanctuary
Pounawea Waterfront Motels

Pounawea Waterfront Motels

3.5 out of 5
43 Park Lane Owaka
Stay at this apartment in Owaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and dry cleaning or laundry services. Popular attractions Jack's Blowhole and Teapot World are ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (24 reviews)
Loved the view, how quiet it is but close to Owaka with its cafes and 4 square, also how central it was for attractions.

Reviewed on 6 Mar, 2022

Pounawea Waterfront Motels
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McLean Falls which includes a river or creek, a cascade and forest scenes

McLean Falls

This two-part waterfall is the end-point of an easy walk through varied forest and bush land and one of the most impressive in the Catlins area.

McLean Falls