Omarama is a small town in the Mackenzie Country of New Zealand's South Island. It is 30 kilometres south of Twizel and 100 kilometres south of Mount Cook. It is a world famous gliding centre where scenic glider flights into the Southern Alps are available - as well as a pilot training school.
The Wrinkly Rams Sheep Shearing Experience A detailed and informative show about New Zealands High Country sheep shearing. Shows last around 45 minutes which includes a 10 minute movie 'Micron Magic'. A must see if travelling through Omarama, don't forget your camera!
Clay Cliffs, NZ$5. 15 minute drive through a natural hertiage protected site looking at natural erosion that has occurred due to the Ostler fault.
Southern Soaring, 03 438 9600, 0800 762 746, [1]. Flight times range from 20 minutes to an hour or more. NZ$235 - NZ$580. Also offers training courses.
Omarama Gliding Club operate from the airfield [2]
Canterbury Gliding Club operate from the airfield during January.
Hang Gliding, 0800 02 45433. Take an at least 20 minute flight over Omarama.
The Wrinkly Rams Cafe-Omarama's best food and coffee
Omarama's Best Cafe and Bar - Oasis. Great coffee, yummy food and a warm fire.
Ladybird Hill, 2 Pinot Court (2 minute walk north of the town centre), ☎ 4389550, [4]. Vineyard restaurant with extensive grounds, kids playground, fish feeding and a walking trail leading to a lookout giving the best views of Omarama and the surrounding area. simply spectacular.edit
