location

Located at Cave Stream in the Southern Alps, Destination combines picturesque beauty with stunning natural acoustics to create a unique and intimate atmosphere...

The Cave Stream Scenic Reserve sits among spectacular limestone outcrops, with views of the Craigieburn and Torlesse Ranges.

A 362 metre long cave within the reserve is one of the most outstanding natural features in the Canterbury region. more from the official DOC website

How to get there:

Take the Old West Coast Road on highway 73 towards the West Coast. Stop off at Springfield Service Centre (open 8am - 6pm) to top up your tank and use the LAST EFTPOS facility before Destination. Then head for the mountains over Porters Pass, past Lake Lyndon, Past Castle Hill Village and over Broken River. Drive past Cave Stream Senic Reserve car park for half a Km and drive into the Destination official entry on the right. Everyone must check in here first.

Approximately 75 minutes from Christchurch...