The Top 7 Attractions around Lake Manapouri
There are plenty of places to see and visit around Lake Manapouri. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Lake Manapouri is a region where 7
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
Last updated: November 26, 2025
Moturau Hut
Highlight • Mountain Hut
Moturau Hut is a refuge with 40 places divided into dormitories. As with the other two Kepler Track refuges, it is essential to reserve your place well in advance:
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Beach at Shallow Bay
Highlight • Beach
Shallow Bay forms a magnificent cove. Its long white sand beach will allow you a relaxing and calm stroll after your day of hiking.
You can also simply sit down …
You can also simply sit down …
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Spirit Lake Wetland Boardwalk
Highlight • Trail
This wetland is an ecosystem particularly protected by the DOC (Department of Conservancy), hence the log trail. It is absolutely forbidden to deviate from it.
By following it you can branch off towards an observation platform which overlooks Spirit Lake.
By following it you can branch off towards an observation platform which overlooks Spirit Lake.
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Suspension Bridge in Fiordland National Park
Highlight • Bridge
Pretty shaky business
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View of Lake Manapouri and the fjords
Highlight • Viewpoint
This beach is accessible on the occasion of a small detour on a charming path under the woods.
Without saying that it is a secret beach, its access outside the …
Without saying that it is a secret beach, its access outside the …
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