Takiroa Rock Art Shelter
Takiroa
A Māori rock art site beneath limestone cliffs in the Waitaki Valley, with red and black animal and human figures dating back hundreds of years.
Takiroa is a renowned Māori rock art site in the South Island. Located beneath limestone cliff caves beside the road west of Duntroon, the rock walls bear birds, fish, human figures and mysterious motifs painted in red ochre and charcoal black, which date back several hundred years. Interpretive signs and railings protect the site, and a visit takes about 20 minutes and is free. The paintings have faded, so please do not touch them. Together with Elephant Rocks and the Vanished World Centre, it forms a half-day self-drive loop through the Waitaki Valley.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Vanished World Centre
- Elephant Rocks
- Totara Estate
- Ōamaru Public Gardens
- Ōamaru Opera House
- Forrester Gallery
- Victorian Precinct
- Steampunk HQ