Riverton Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A coastal town with a beach, houses, and rolling hills in the background.
A white boat docked at a pier with a red cabin, surrounded by calm water and a rural landscape with houses and hills in the background.
A white and red boat docked at a pier with a calm water surface reflecting the boat and surrounding structures.
A beach with a prominent rock formation in the center, calm waters, and distant mountains.
A harbor with several boats docked at the pier, surrounded by calm water and a shoreline with buildings in the background.

Our guide on where to stay in Riverton

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A harbor with several boats docked at the pier, surrounded by calm water and a shoreline with buildings in the background.
Photo by Adrian Blondell
Open Photo by Adrian Blondell

Taramea Bay

If you're spending some time in Taramea Bay, you might consider exploring the beaches.

Longwood

Plan a visit to nearby attractions like beach near The Rocks while you're exploring Longwood and the larger area.

Modern Bach with a Rural view

Modern Bach with a Rural view

Riverton NZ
The price is NZ$203 per night from 21 Oct to 22 Oct
NZ$203
21 Oct - 22 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this cottage in Riverton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and patios.
9.8/10 Exceptional! (368 reviews)
"Place was great. Easy and convenient - clean and warm. Comfy beds and loved the 11 am check out so not rushed. Great shower would definitely go again."

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2026

Modern Bach with a Rural view
Church Street Charmer

Church Street Charmer

Riverton / Aparima Southland
Stay at this holiday home in Riverton. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and balconies.
10/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
"ABSOLUTELY PERFECT FOR A FAMILY GET TOGETHER.DELIVERED EXACTLY AS ADVERTISED.THE LIVING/KITCHEN AREA IS OUTSTANDING (THAT IS WHERE WE SPENT MOST OF OUT TIME). GREAT FIRE!"

Reviewed on 29 June 2026

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Church Street Charmer
Rack n Relax Riverton

Rack n Relax Riverton

Riverton / Aparima Southland Region
The price is NZ$348 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
NZ$348
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this holiday home in Riverton. Enjoy a garden, a pool table and air conditioning.
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
"Great we could bring our dog lovely quiet spot. Thank you for having us."

Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026

Rack n Relax Riverton
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Modern Bach with a Rural view

Modern Bach with a Rural view

Riverton NZ
Stay at this cottage in Riverton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and patios.
9.8/10 Exceptional! (368 reviews)
"Place was great. Easy and convenient - clean and warm. Comfy beds and loved the 11 am check out so not rushed. Great shower would definitely go again."

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2026

Modern Bach with a Rural view
Church Street Charmer

Church Street Charmer

Riverton / Aparima Southland
Stay at this holiday home in Riverton. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and balconies.
10/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
"ABSOLUTELY PERFECT FOR A FAMILY GET TOGETHER.DELIVERED EXACTLY AS ADVERTISED.THE LIVING/KITCHEN AREA IS OUTSTANDING (THAT IS WHERE WE SPENT MOST OF OUT TIME). GREAT FIRE!"

Reviewed on 29 June 2026

Church Street Charmer
Rack n Relax Riverton

Rack n Relax Riverton

Riverton / Aparima Southland Region
Stay at this holiday home in Riverton. Enjoy a garden, a pool table and air conditioning.
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
"Great we could bring our dog lovely quiet spot. Thank you for having us."

Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026

Rack n Relax Riverton
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Stay near popular Riverton attractions

beach near The Rocks

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at beach near The Rocks during your trip to Riverton?
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