Photo: Clyde Central Otago New Zealand

Under fluffy white clouds sits the town of Clyde and the Clutha River in Central Otago on the South Island of New Zealand.

Standing from the hillside overlooking the town of Clyde you can see for miles across the landscape where houses, streets, buildings and the Clutha River are what makes up this area of Central Otago on the South Island of New Zealand. The peacefulness that surrounds Clyde is very relaxing and is just what one is looking for in a vacation.The town of Clyde in Central Otago, New Zealand was once a place for gold mining pioneers to rest their head for the night. There is still an atmosphere that surrounds this historic town that remains from those early days.Alongside this unique town in Central Otago runs the Clutha River which is known as the second longest river in New Zealand. The town of Clyde relies on the Clutha River for many things such as power, irrigation and certain areas are great for waterskiing, jetboating, bungee jumping with many more outdoor activities that are available on Lake Dunstan. ... continue below the picture...

... People that reside in or visit the town of Clyde refer to it as the small town with an enormous heart. People are extremely friendly and courteous with a majority of the permanent residents of Clyde spending their time farming, growing orchards, grape vineyards or helping with simple services around town.The climate in the town of Clyde, Central Otago and the surrounding areas is very hot and dry throughout the summer with winters that can be very frosty. Tourism in Clyde has increased dramatically over the years and people love to come here to enjoy the ways of life in Central Otago, New Zealand.Town of Clyde and the Clutha River, Central Otago, South Island, New Zealand.