Nugget Point is one of the many great places to visit in the South Island's Clutha District. Their biggest worry is the secret-spoiling frequency with which Nugget Point features on Instagram. Destination Clutha Nugget Point is home to the hoiho (yellow-eyed penguin) - one of the rarest penguin species in the world. READ MORE:* World famous in New Zealand: Monarch butterfly gathering at Timaru's Aigantighe* World famous in New Zealand: Tongaporutu, North Taranaki* World famous in New Zealand: Shantytown Heritage Park, West Coast* World famous in New Zealand: SkyWalk, Auckland* World famous in New Zealand: Tongariro Alpine CrossingDestination Clutha Nugget Point's sturdy lighthouse, built in 1869 and still in operation, stands 76 metres above sea level. Don't miss Cathedral Caves, second only to Nugget Point for dramatic good looks.

Source: Stuff May 24, 2019 17:00 UTC