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Totara Estate

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Once the heart of an amazing enterprise that exported the first frozen meat from New Zealand, our restored farm buildings mark the birthplace of a globally acclaimed industry.

Step back in time to New Zealand's pioneer past… Explore remarkable 1860's farm buildings... See early NZ sheep breeds... Relive the race to send meat around the globe… Relax awhile and let the history sink in! … Share in a great NZ story on our Daily Guided Tour at 11am (summer)… Meet a famous swagger & take billy tea and scones.

8kms south of Oamaru on SH1, look for the signs! Owned and operated by NZ Historic Places Trust.

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Stables
© NZHPT
Swaggers
© NZHPT
Men's Quarters in winter
© Ray Craig

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Awards: Self Guided - $7.00 per adult; $2.00 per child Stay as long as you wish to wander around the site at your own pace Guided Tour - $15.00 per adult; $5.00 per child Our tour guides will take you back on a special journey. You will meet some real characters from the past. You will be treated to genuine billy tea and scones. This is the recommended way to experience Totara. Special family and group rates apply. Dress warmly in cool weather.
Opening Times: *Summer Hours: November - April: Daily 9.30am - 5pm *Winter Hours: May - October: Daily 9.30am - 3.30pm *Closed Christmas Day and Easter Friday
Operating Times: 7 Days/Week