Nestled at the heart of the Mackenzie Country, you’ll know you’ve arrived at Ōmarama when you see the large Merino Sheep Statue and a sign leading you to the Ōmarama Hot Tubs!
Known as the Gliding Capital of the World, Ōmarama’s clear skies and impressive surroundings attract visitors to the small mountain community year round and is a great place to stop on your Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail.
You can’t go past a soak in the Ōmarama Hot Tubs after a long day of riding.
For more information visit Hot Tubs Omarama or book your soak as part of your itinerary
Weather you are a novice, training or a visiting pilot, gliding is by far the best way to view the surrounding Mountains and Lakes of Ōmarama.
Visit the Clay Cliffs of Omarama on your Alps 2 Ocean Cycle trip. These remarkable pinnacle shaped rock formations are located 10km from the township of Ōmarama.
If you are after some true Kiwi farming history then the Quailburn historic site should definitely be on your list of things to do. Once part of the Benmore run, the Quailburn site is now open to the public for viewing thanks to the Ahuriri Conservation Park and DOC
Quailburn Road, Omarama
24-30 Twizel-Omarama Road
7 Chain Hills Highway, Omarama
Image credit to Wrinkly Rams
