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Accommodation: Kokonga Lodge
Some 42 kilometres from Middlemarch, Kokonga Lodge is set in the heart of Central Otago and alongside the 150-kilometre Otago Central Rail Trail, which is the premiere biking and walking trail in New Zealand.
Surrounded by dramatic views over the Maniototo plains, Kokonga Lodge offers stylish, ensuite rooms, bathrobes, fresh flowers, wind-dried linens and perfumed toiletries. The guest areas are comfortable, well appointed and welcoming. Delicious meals are prepared and cooked fresh daily using home-grown and local produce. The
lodge offers a wonderful refuge for complete relaxation or as a base to explore this fascinating area.
Transport: Taieri Gorge Train
The Taieri Gorge Limited train is Dunedin's prestige tourist train operating from the historic Dunedin Railway Station. Departing daily to Middlemarch or Pukerangi it travels through the rugged and spectacular Taieri River Gorge, across wrought iron viaducts and through tunnels carved by hand more than 100 years ago. With full commentary, photographic stops, comfortable heating in winter and on-board refreshments the train offers year round all-weather entertainment.
Cost (Two night package):
Rates are in New Zealand dollars, and inclusive of Government Goods and Services Tax (GST) at 12.5%.
Share Twin/Double
RACK RATE
$995 |
Single Occupancy
RACK RATE
$695 |
| Valid until 30 Sept 2010 |
Included in the basic package:
| • | Return travel on the Taieri Gorge Train from Dunedin to Middlemarch or Pukerangi |
| • | Two nights accommodation at Kokonga Lodge |
| • | Full breakfast, three course dinner with pre-dinner nibbles and glass of wine or beer, fresh fruit and home baking |
| • | Use of the lodge facilities including extensive library and reading room, laundry, internet, mountain bikes, fishing gear (spinning), gold pans |
| • | Transfers to and from the Taieri Gorge Train (Middlemarch or Pukerangi) |
Additional nights can be added to the basic package, price on application.
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Additional Activities Available in the Area (not included in the basic package):
| • | Nature-Wise Tours
Fully guided nature tours into the inspirational highlands of the two great trails of Central Otago - the Otago Central Rail Trail and the Old Dunstan Trail. |
| • | Maniototo Curling International
Experience the ancient Scottish ice sport of curling in the only international curling rink in the Southern Hemisphere. |
| • | Fishing
The Taieri River is a renowned fishing river for brown trout. Professional fishing guides are available in the area but must be booked in advance. |
Pre-payment Policy: A deposit of 25% of the total bed and breakfast rate is required to confirm the booking. This can be made by cheque, Visa or Mastercard. The balance is payable on departure.
Cancellation Policy: If cancellation is made within 30 days of arrival, we will charge a 25% cancellation fee. If cancellation occurs within 7 days of arrival, we will charge the full amount payable. If rooms subsequently sell the charge will be refunded or revoked. This cancellation policy will be strictly enforced.
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