Nokomai Valley

Nokomai Station is a large high country station through which the Mataura River winds its way for at least 20 kms.

The accommodation consists of stylish cottages set among the old trees surrounding the original stone homestead. Guests can self-cater but many choose the fully catered option or a combination.

Nokomai Valley also offers experienced local guides and heli-fishing using Nokomai Helicopters.

Hosts	Ann and Brian Hore
Address	Nokomai Station Nokomai Road RD3 Lumsden Southland
Contact details	Nokomai Valley Phone: +64 3 248 8850 or +64 3 248 8837 Fax: +64 3 248 8841 Mobile: 027 242 9480 (within New Zealand only) Email: nokomai@xtra.co.nz Web: www.nokomai.co.nz Nokomai Helicopters Pilot: James Hore Phone: +64 3 248 8895 or +64 3 248 8825 Mobile: 021 301 797 (within New Zealand only) Email: nokomai.helicopters@xtra.co.nz Web: www.nokomai.co.nz/helicopters.php Please mention nzfishing.com when you make an enquiry or booking.
Location	Nokomai Valley is marked on the Upper Mataura River map. It is just: - 1 hour's drive south of Queenstown - 20 minutes by air from Queenstown airport
Fishing waters	Mataura River Oreti River Mararoa River Aparima River Waikaia River Nevis River Whitestone River
Local fishing	Nokomai Valley is well positioned as a base for fly fishing anglers with at least 27 different rivers and streams within an hours drive. Most rivers in the area have relatively easy access to river banks and they are reasonably easy to walk as the rivers are not set amidst steep terrain. The nearest and most important river to anglers at Nokomai Valley is the Mataura River, world famous for its brown trout, which winds through the southern end of the property.
Accommodation	Nokomai Valley has three separate comfortable, self-contained cottages. - The one bedroom cottage sleeps up to 4 people, - The two bedroom cottage sleeps up to 6 people. Each cottage provides: Stylish decor Super king-size beds, or two king singles per room, electric blankets Bathroom with fresh towels supplied, heated towel rails, hair dryer Large sofa bed in lounge, heating, Sky TV and phone Fully equipped kitchenette includes fridge, microwave, bench-top electric hob with two elements, tea/coffee Laundry with ironing service available, ironing board Children's highchair and portacot available Private verandahs with superb views Restrictions Pets allowed by arrangement Smoking is permitted outdoors only
Fishing guides	Nokomai Valley guides are very experienced in the local area. The guides are local residents, have exclusive vehicle access and are members of the New Zealand Fishing Guides Association. Most fishing excursions are half day or full day trips. A tasty fisherman's picnic lunch can be provided by arrangement. Nokomai Helicopters can fly you to some of the less accessible fishing spots for a day's backcountry fishing. Fishing equipment can be hired from the guide for a nominal fee but most anglers prefer to bring their own. Flies are handmade for sale at the local fly and tackle shop.
Nokomai Helicopters	Nokomai Helicopters, based at Nokomai Station, offers: Heli-fishing and other heli-activities such as heli-hiking, heli-hunting and heli-biking Scenic trips and airport transfers Two generations of mountain flying experience The highest attainable civil aviation certification Intimate local knowledge A safe and totally memorable experience Present aircraft include: - a Hughes 500E with seating for 4 passengers - a Robinson 22 helicopter.
Local attractions and activities	The Kingston Flyer Milford Sound Mandeville New Zealand golfcross (a type of cross country golf) Hunting, walking/hiking, mountain biking Farm activities Flightseeing tours, heritage trail, wine tour, snowmobile tours, 4WD tours Shopping
Indicative tariffs as at 1 December 2008	Accommodation and all meals Double occupancy: $215 per person Single occupancy: $250 per person Two couples (two bedroom cottage): $170 per person Cottage only One bedroom cottage: $250 Two bedroom, 1 bathroom cottage: $320 Two bedroom, 2 bathroom, full kitchen cottage: $380 These rates are per cottage per night inclusive of GST. Meals are available by arrangement. Discounts A 10% discount is given for stays longer than 3 nights. Please enquire about group discounts. Payment methods Cash, credit card and cheques are accepted.
Bookings	Please phone or email to make a booking, or use the online form at the Nokomai Valley website.
Directions	Driving from Queenstown: Follow SH6 south past Lake Wakatipu until you reach the township of Athol. Continue for 7km south of Athol until the sign-post to Nokomai Station Take the turn off to Nokomai Station (into Nokomai Road on the left). Continue along the scenic gravel access road alongside the Mataura River for 12km journey until you reach the homestead.

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