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The Gateway Experience is a world-class interactive centre especially designed to share the unique stories of this amazing place on the edge of time. From ancient geological beginnings, the forces of nature and people have transformed life on the coast many times. It has experienced great riches, great loss and regrowth. The people of Tumu Toka Curio Bay welcome you to discover their story.
Journey through windows of time to the very edge of life. Experience the dramatic story of the evolution of the area from the Jurassic period to the present day. A truly moving experience not to be missed! Explore life, land and the sea across the ages. Uncover the origins of Curio Bay, its wildlife, its people and its world-renowned natural environment. Touch and discover Tumu Toka and beyond. The Curioscape touch screen wall is a key feature of the Gateway Experience and lets you tailor your own discovery of Curio Bay. With over 100 unique stories you can spend as little or as long as you like here, uncovering the secrets of the bay and first-hand accounts from locals. The Glass Map Wall allows you to further tailor your experience, this time guiding your discovery of the wider Catlins region and the key sites Curio Bay has to offer.
