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Tākaka

Nestled in the heart of Golden Bay, Tākaka is a quirky little gem bursting with charm! Known for its stunning landscapes and vibrant arts scene, it’s your gateway to nature's wonders—think lush hills and stunning beaches. Enjoy local artisan treats, explore hidden caves, and soak in the laid-back vibe. A whimsical adventure awaits!

Recommendations

Landmark4.8/5

Wainui Falls

Nestled along Wainui Falls Road, Wainui Falls captivates visitors with its stunning cascades plunging through lush rainforest, making it an iconic must-see destination for nature lovers and adventure seekers alike.

Landmark4.8/5

Te Waikoropupu Springs

Eat$$4.7/5

Bacca Bakery - Takaka

At Bacca Bakery in Tākaka, indulge in mouthwatering artisan breads and exquisite pastries made from locally sourced ingredients, all within a cozy atmosphere that captures the essence of this charming New Zealand town.

Cafe$$$4.5/5

The Wholemeal Cafe

Nestled in Tākaka, The Wholemeal Cafe offers a delightful farm-to-table experience with its organic, locally sourced dishes and warm, inviting atmosphere, making it a must-visit for food lovers and wellness enthusiasts alike.

Eat4.5/5

School Shop Takaka- World famous Sausage rolls

Tucked away in Tākaka at 13 Waitapu Road, the world-famous School Shop is a must-visit for sausage roll lovers! These flaky, golden delights are a snack experience like no other. Take a break from your adventures, grab a roll, and enjoy the local charm. Your taste buds will thank you, and who knows—you might just find your favorite flavor!

Drink$$$4.5/5

Mussel Inn

Cafe4.4/5

Good as Gold Cafe

Stays

Stay$$$$4.8/5

The Rocks Chalets

Located in Takaka, 10 minutes' drive from the beach, The Rocks Chalets features air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi throughout the property. Free private parking is available on site. All rooms are fitted with a flat-screen TV, private bathroom and a fully equipped kitchenette. They feature an outside sitting area where you can relax. For your comfort, you will find free toiletries and condiments. The House is fully furnished and has an outside patio that can be enclosed. It has a BBQ, outside heaters and fans. Bedrooms 2 and 3 that have super king beds an a single bed in each can also be configured to have just 3 singles in each. Please let us know what bedding configurations you require. Linen and cleaning products are supplied but no consumables. Cleaning and dishes are completed by guests prior to departure. The nearest airports are Takaka Airport, 7 km away or Nelson Airport 97 km from the property. The Rocks Chalets Takaka are 2 minutes’ walk from Takaka River, and 800 metres from the town. It is 55 km from Motueka.

Stay$4.5/5

The Barn Cabins & Camp

Situated on the edge of the Abel Tasman National Park The Barn Cabins & Camp offers guests shared accommodation in a natural bush setting. Socialise by the BBQ or over a game of billiards. The hostel is just 180 metres from the Abel Tasman Glow Worms. Motueka is 13 km from the property. Each heated room at The Barn Cabins & Camp includes a balcony. A shared kitchen, dining area and bathroom facilities are provided. Guests can also dine outside or relax on the outdoor furniture. Guests can enjoy various activities in the surroundings, including horse riding, snorkelling and diving. The nearest airport is Nelson Airport, 38 km from the property.

Stay$4.7/5

Abel Tasman Haven

Abel Tasman Haven in Marahau offers adults-only 4-star motel rooms with air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and garden or mountain views. Each room includes a kitchenette, terrace, and free WiFi. The modern, family-friendly restaurant serves European cuisine with vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free options. Guests can enjoy dinner and cocktails in a relaxed setting. Located a 5-minute walk from Marahau Beach and 62 km from Nelson Airport, the motel provides easy access to hiking, boating, and other activities. Free on-site private parking is available. Highly rated for its convenient location and attentive host.

Stay$$$4.5/5

Anatoki Lodge Motel

Anatoki Motel is set in Takaka, 18 km from Golden Bay. Each accommodation at the motel has garden views and free WiFi. Every room has a flat-screen TV with with satellite channels. At the motel, each room comes with a kitchenette offering a kettle, microwave, fridge, toaster and hot plates. Rooms are complete with a private bathroom fitted with a shower, while some rooms are equipped with a patio. All units feature a seating area. The property is 9 km from golden sand beaches. Nelson Airport is a 2-hour drive away.

Stay$$$4.65/5

Shady Rest

Shady Rest Bed & Breakfast in Takaka offers family rooms with private bathrooms, balconies, and garden or mountain views. Each room includes a private entrance, bathrobes, and free toiletries. Guests enjoy a garden, outdoor fireplace, and free WiFi. Additional amenities include a lounge, shared kitchen, outdoor seating area, picnic area, barbecue facilities, and a tour desk. Free on-site private parking is available. A highly rated breakfast is provided by the property, featuring fresh local ingredients. Guests appreciate the attentive host and excellent service support. Located 102 km from Nelson Airport, the bed and breakfast is situated on a quiet street with scenic views.

Stay4.5/5

Golden Bay Motels

Stay4.2/5

Annie's nirvana lodge

Things To Do
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2 h 30 mins

Queenstown - Kawarau Swing (Solo, Tandem or Triple)

Take the plunge from 43 meters above the stunning Kawarau Gorge and feel the rush of the Kawarau Swing. This swing offers a choice between solo, tandem, or triple experiences, making it the perfect adventure activity to share with friends or family. With photos and videos included to capture your moment of thrill, this adventure is all about fun without the fear. AJ Hackett's team ensures safety with years of experience, allowing you to focus on the exhilaration of flying through the air.

$139.63

3 h 5 mins

Abel Tasman: Guided Kayak Tours in Golden Bay

Explore the stunning coastline of Abel Tasman with Golden Bay’s original family-run kayak company. This guided kayak tour unveils the hidden beauty of Golden Bay, where you’ll glide through tranquil waters, discover secluded coves, and encounter playful marine wildlife. Led by local experts, these tours ensure a personalized experience filled with stories and insights about the culture and environment. Paddle alongside a team that has been sharing these waters since 1988, and enjoy a safe, fun-filled adventure on the water.

$90.18

4.9/5

6 h 30 mins

Gourmet Food & Wine Tour Queenstown: 4 wineries & 5 dish lunch

Experience an indulgent and diverse full day tour showcasing the very best sights and tastes from the Central Otago region. Let your experienced wine guide lead you on a tasting journey through three contrasting Central Otago wine sub-regions; Gibbston, Bannockburn and Cromwell. Enjoy a guided tour through New Zealand’s largest underground wine cave and savour a unique lunch with 5 dishes cooked in retired oak barrels and perfectly matched with 5 wines. You will also have an opportunity to retrace history with a visit to the historical settlements of Arrowtown, and Old Cromwell (when time permits). Learn about the early pioneering history and how the wine region was formed through an array of fun facts and interesting stories from your knowledgeable wine guide. At the end of your tour you will be returned to your accommodation.

$197.22

4.6/5

30 mins

Gibbston Valley Wines - Cave Tour

This iconic experience includes a visit within New Zealand's largest wine cave. Informative and fun, this is a must-do activity to gain a true understanding of Central Otago wine. Your Cellar Door host will also take you to the region's first vines, originally planted by our founder and wine pioneer Alan Brady in 1983. This tour lasts 30 minutes and includes three delicious wine tastings of our current releases.

$16.29

4.5/5

1 h 30 mins

Whitestone Cheese Co Factory: Guided Tour & Cheese Tasting

Our tour of our working cheese factory will give you insights into all the hard work that goes into making artisan cheeses as well as learning about our Whitestone Cheese history. You'll also learn about the amazing geographical location of North Otago which really is the key to our delicious cheese! You will get to view different parts of our factory from specially designed viewing platforms which enable you to see how we make our cheese. We then finish our tour with a generous tasting platter!

$20.36

4.8/5

4 h

Queenstown 4 hour Wine Tour: 3 Wineries, Cave Tour & Antipasto

Classic Wine Tour - Running Daily 1:30pm - 5:30pm Get a real taste for Central Otago wines with an interactive afternoon tour through Queenstown’s neighbouring wine region, Gibbston, otherwise known as the “Valley of Vines”. Enjoy tastings at three unique cellar doors including a guided tour and wine tasting inside New Zealand’s largest wine cave. Also, enjoy a delightful antipasto board to accompany one of the wine tastings. Enjoy a full running commentary from your passionate and enthusiastic Wine Guide. Learn about this pioneering wine region and its evolution from just a couple of rows of vines into a world-renowned Pinot Noir producer. Be returned to your accommodation at approximately 5:30pm.

$144.86

4.9/5

2 h

2-Hour Waiatoto River Jetboat Safari

The jet boat is the mode of transport, the river safari is the attraction. The jet boat will take you safely up the river into remote back country. Touch and learn about the natural history of New Zealand's remote World Heritage Area. Your tour is operated by a family business, when you go on this tour, you arrive as strangers and leave as friends. There are many stops for commentary on the native birds, animals and forest of the South Westland region. A photographer's dream, stretch your legs at the top of the river for an optional forest walk into New Zealand's rain forest. Touch the ferns, listen to birds and spot the fish. Ideal for all ages and physical fitness. For infants to elderly, this is a must do, to explore the UNESCO World Heritage area-Te Wāhipounamu of South Westland, New Zealand.

$185.59

5/5

Arrowtown Mountain Bike Hire

Ride completely at your own pace as you make your way through some of the most stunning scenery in New Zealand with breath taking scenery around every corner! Kiwi owned and operated we’d love to show you our backyard and introduce you to the best trails around. These trails were once known only to locals and enthusiasts are now accessible to you! - Every season we provide a fleet of new season bikes to choose from. We’ll make sure you’re completely kitted out before you leave with a great bike, easy to read maps and the best advice. -Our bikes brand is Specialized and we have both Hard Tail Mountain Bike and Cruiser options available. - Our expert staff will pair you with your perfect bike, match you to the best trail and get you out on the trail quick-smart!

$49.45

5/5

8 h

Master Cardrona Bike Park - NZ's Highest MTB park

Explore the thrilling downhill trails of Cardrona Alpine Resort, where technical challenges meet breathtaking scenery. With expert guides leading the way, riders can refine their skills on world-class terrain. This full-day adventure includes tailored coaching on vital techniques such as braking, body positioning, and terrain analysis. Enjoy chairlift-accessed riding that maximizes your trail time while building confidence and control. By the end of the day, you'll leave with sharpened skills and unforgettable memories from New Zealand’s premier downhill biking park.

$218.17

Tracing Arrowtown’s Past: A Self Guided Audio Tour

Beyond Arrowtown’s idyllic setting along the Arrow River, there’s a complex story of hardship and transformation. On this walking tour, you’ll find out how a quiet pastoral valley became one of the richest goldfields in the world, where a diverse community took root. As you explore the historic main street, secluded pathways, and the remarkable Chinese Settlement, you’ll detect echoes of its dramatic past. You’ll also meet the characters that shaped this unique Central Otago town. The tour begins at the striking ’X Marks the Spot’ sculpture, where you’ll find out how it symbolically anchors Arrowtown’s gold-rush story. You’ll trace the early township layout, wandering streets lined with cottages from the 1800s, and stand where the first gold discoveries triggered a rush that reshaped the region almost overnight.

$11.99

5/5

Dunedin Private Tour: City Sights & Otago Peninsula

We are Dunedin specialists in high end tour guiding private tours with years in the industry. We pride ourselves on immaculate vehicles, great guides and drivers and most of all FUN and laughs. Our days are fully customizable - you can choose on the day if you would like an add on from a brewery visit, gin distillery, Larnach Castle or Olveston Historic Home visit OR our amazing Honey and Hive experience. Otherwise we will fill your day in with all things that are popular around our city and even throw in some surprises along the way. Our motto is "start as strangers end as friends".

$1,047.20

5/5

Hokitika Fly SIX Glaciers Heli Tour + Snow Landing

We're a small boutique Glacier tour company that only operates one scenic Helicopter at a time. We are the only business located at the beautiful Hokitika Gorge. The only Helicopters to visit Six different glaciers in one tour. Adjacent to the most spectacular free walk "The Hokitika Gorge". Convenient three hour drive from Christchurch city. Based just out of the coolest little town Hokitika.

$407.24

4.7/5

1 h 30 mins

Whitestone Cheese Co Factory: Guided Tour with Cheese & Wine

Our tour of our working cheese factory will give you insights into all the hard work that goes into making artisan cheeses as well as learning about our Whitestone Cheese history. You'll also learn about the amazing geographical location of North Otago which really is the key to our delicious cheese! You will get to view different parts of our factory from specially designed viewing platforms which enable you to view how we make our cheese. We then finish our tour with a generous tasting platter teamed up with tastings of local wines for you to enjoy!

$20.36

5/5

Arrowtown Electric Bike Hire

Fast becoming the most popular choice for all levels of fitness and ability. Let the electrics assist you up hills and boost you further than ever before. Ride completely at your own pace as you make your way through some of the most stunning and photographed scenery in New Zealand. Flexibility is key when you're on holiday. This is why when you book our bikes, there is no time pressure! Simply pick up and return your bikes any time between 9am and 5pm. For those unsure how far they want to ride, simply call us from the trail to organize your return shuttle. Our 24 hour cancellation policy means you can reserve your bikes in advance with the knowledge that if anything changes, you can get your money back! Every season we provide a fleet of new season bikes to choose from. Our expert staff will pair you to your perfect bike and helmet, match you with your ideal trail, and make sure you’re completely kitted out before you leave with easy to read maps and the best advice.