Kia Ora and welcome to the Waimate District.

Explore stunning landscapes, the great outdoors and vibrant small country towns in the rural heartland of New Zealand. Experience breathtaking walking and biking tracks, world class fishing and hunting and fabulous destination shops. With loads of great eateries, a strong art scene and proud heritage, plus over 150 events every year, there is so much to explore! Come and stay a while, we’d love to see you.


Top things to explore in the Waimate District


Waimate District Business Directory

The Waimate District Business Directory is your guide to businesses in the Waimate District. Here you will find everything from builders to beauty salons.


Waimate District Official Visitor Guide

The Waimate District Official Visitor Guide is full of all the things you need to know to plan your stay in the Waimate District.


Waimate Tea Towel - travelling the world!

The famous Waimate tea towel has travelled the world. We would love to see where your Waimate tea towel may end up!