Just north of Lumsden it is probably the most centrally located good quality accommodation in Southland, situated on a 700 acre deer, sheep and cattle farm. It is just a few minutes drive from the Oreti, Mataura Rivers, and many others. This is great accommodation at a reasonable price. Contact Paula at www.fiveriversretreat.co.nz for more information.

Safari Lodge

Dinner, Bed and Breakfast or B & B

This Lodge has all the facilities you would expect to find in an upmarket Lodge but at a medium price range. Situated in Invercargill City. The Lodge is a great place to stay, to fish for sea run browns and fish the world-renowned mayfly hatches on the lower Mataura River. Contact Trish at www.safarilodge.co.nz for more information.

The upper Mataura River flows directly in front of this Lodge. Established in 1978, this Lodge has a very fine reputation and gives you guided access to approximately 6 miles of river that flows through the property. This is one of the top Fishing Lodges in New Zealand. Contact Alan at www.fishnz.net.nz for more information.