[2025 Ahuriri Flat Attraction] Travel Guide for Nugget Point (Updated Jun)

There are many lighthouses in New Zealand which offers a amazing and beautiful sea view and this is one of them. Located at the Otago region of New Zealand, the nearest city to it will be the Catlins. Therefore if you are around this area, you should not miss this place! It is an easy 20mins return hike from the starting point of the carpark. Along the way, you may even see fur seal colony, the many seabirds and penguins if you are lucky! Once you reach the main view point, you will be rewarded with a dramatic coastal view and the “nuggets” which are the rocks sticking out of the water. It is a place to be enjoyed by all ages and I will recommend everyone to come here for a relaxing walk and just immerse yourself in the beautiful environment. #momentssg #newzealand #hiking #scenicspotguide #unforgettableexperiences

If you asked me which place in New Zealand's South Island most resembled a movie set, I would definitely say Nugget Point. It's like walking to the end of the world, all the way to the edge of the cliff, the ocean breeze makes your hair fly, and then - boom! At first glance, the lighthouse standing alone on the cape is so beautiful that it seems fake. There’s a reason why this place is called “Gold Nugget Cape”; the rocks underneath look like someone threw a bunch of gold nuggets into the sea. The walk to the lighthouse is not long, only about ten minutes. I took photos while walking along the way and didn’t feel tired at all. You will also see seals turning over and yawning on the rocks, which is super therapeutic! If you are lucky, you can even see yellow-eyed penguins preparing to go home in the evening. It really looks like a scene that only appears in documentaries. If you like a quiet, somewhat romantic, and slightly wild place, Nugget Point is definitely worth a detour. No tickets are required here, you just need to give yourself some time to have a good chat with nature. ⸻Nugget Point Small Information———— ▪️Where is it? Catlins Coast in the southeast corner of New Zealand's South Island, about 15 minutes drive from Kaka Point. ▪️How to get there? Driving is the most convenient way. The road conditions are good. You can enter "Nugget Point Lighthouse" in Google Maps to get there directly. ▪️Do you need to walk a lot? It takes less than 30 minutes to walk from the parking lot to the lighthouse and back. It is flat and easy to walk, and it is suitable for both the elderly and children. ▪️What’s so good about it? Seals, penguins, lighthouses, cliffs, golden rocks, and unparalleled views of the South Pacific. ▪️What to bring? A windproof jacket, binoculars, a camera (really worth taking pictures!), and a good mood. 🔆There are no restaurants or tourist shops here, only the wind, the sea and yourself. Well, that's what traveling is. #AprilGoodDestinations2025

Nugget Point Lighthouse is the most iconic lighthouse in New Zealand, firstly because of its long history, and secondly because of its unique location and landscape. This lighthouse was built in 1896. There are many rocks scattered under the lighthouse. They are scattered on the sea like gold nuggets, which is also the origin of the name Nugget Point. The lighthouse is 9.5 meters high and 76 meters above sea level. It is the filming location for "The Fellowship of the Ring" in "The Lord of the Rings". Tourists can only park in the outer parking lot when driving here, and then follow a winding gravel road leading to the lighthouse. There are steep cliffs on the side of the road, with the sea water surging against the stone walls. Looking into the distance, you can see the junction of the sea and the sky, which is particularly magnificent at sunset. Along the way, you can see wild animals such as seals, sea lions, grey gulls, egrets and yellow-eyed penguins living on the coast, which is really exciting. The easiest to see are sea lions🦦️. However, local regulations prohibit touching wild animals, so everyone can just watch from a distance. In addition, for those who like landscape photography, coming to this lighthouse to photograph the night sky is the most attractive place. 🚉Transportation strategy: It is a few kilometers drive from Kaka Cape, and most of the roads are unpaved. The road surface is undulating. If you encounter a motorhome on the way, it will be a problem to miss it. Drive along the gravel road all the way to the top parking lot. The parking lot is some distance away from the lighthouse, so you can walk there. The dirt road leading to the lighthouse is about 15 minutes long and relatively flat, like walking on the edge of a cliff. The coast was magnificent, the sea was relatively calm, and I saw people kayaking. 🌟Photography check-in point It’s a distance away from the lighthouse, and the lighthouse standing on the cliff is spectacular! There is a small viewing platform on the cliff in front of the lighthouse. This is a very beautiful location to enjoy the sunset. This platform extends forward from the cliff. You can see the vegetation below, the whistling sea breeze, and the sound of waves 🌊 echoing in your ears.

Located on the southeast corner of New Zealand's South Island, the Cape Nugate Point Lighthouse is not close to Queenstown and Dunedin, but attracts countless visitors and is considered to be New Zealand's most photographed lighthouse. On history It was built in 1869, time is not too long; on architectural style, it is not special. But the real reason why it is fascinating is the light! Because the sea is the Pacific Ocean, the view is wide and you can see Antarctica. Whether it is sunrise or sunset, sunny and cloudy, the light of God gives this lighthouse without hesitation. Under the varied blue sky, the endless ocean and the towering cliffs, the sound of the waves, the screams of the gannets, can not help but indulge in it, the title of the most beautiful lighthouse is definitely expected.

The southern scenic route of the South Island of New Zealand needs to leave the main road and turn to the narrow and steep coastal road when passing the Kaka point of the Catlin area. The lighthouse is located on a cliff that protrudes toward the sea, and the sea reefs are scattered. The lighthouses are against each other, and the scenery is amazing when the sunset is shining. But there is only one small hotel in the lighthouse, and the rooms are extremely popular, so it is usually necessary to return to Kaka point after sunset. In addition, the Southern Scenic Highway in the Catlin area will pass through the Purakaunui fall, the most photographed waterfall in New Zealand, and the Cathedral caves, which can only be accessed when there is a low tide.

Nugget Point is one of the most unique landscapes on the coast of Otago. There is a lighthouse on the steep mountain, and there are many large rocks scattered around it. The sea surface is like a small island, similar to the "Twelve Apostles". . The lighthouse was built in 1869-1870, 9.5 meters high and 76 meters from the sea level. It is the attraction of the "The Lord of the Rings". It is the life I am looking forward to. The lighthouse was built at the forefront of Cape Nuuge, and it is said that this area has been a disaster-prone area since ancient times, and there have been many shipwrecks. Therefore, this lighthouse has become an indispensable safety facility for maritime navigation. There is also a small viewing platform on the edge of the cliff in front of the lighthouse. It is said that this is the most beautiful location to enjoy the sunset. This platform extends forward from the cliff. Through the hollowed floor, you can see the vegetation below. The sea breeze roars, the loud noise of the waves echoes in your ear, the tourists are blown and swayed, and it feels a little scary. . God still cares about us. It was still clouded before. In a twinkling of an eye, a beam of light shines on the lighthouse. There is a big gap between light and no light.

Arriving at Kaka Point is already in the evening. Walk along the cliff and walk for about 20 minutes. At the end of the winding road is the lighthouse. When I reached the top of the mountain, my eyes suddenly opened up. The waves hit the huge reef, the terrain is steep and the scenery is wonderful. The lighthouse was built in 1869-1870, 9.5 meters high and 76 meters from the sea level. It is the attraction of the "The Lord of the Rings". Although the old name is now, but people are not posing, not just a display, continue to work night shifts, never broken. In the photo, it looks so lonely, and it is silent on the earth. It seems to be forgotten by the world, like waiting for someone, and like no need to wait for someone. Nugget Point is really the role of New Zealand's lighthouse, and which lighthouse is more visible than it?