Golden Bay Attractions and Activities
Golden Bay is bordered by the ranges of Kahurangi National Park and Abel Tasman National Park in Nelson. It is famous for the Farewell Spit and Te Waikoropupu Springs. more
Golden Bay has many tourist attractions and travel activities with something to suit all ages, tastes and budgets. From adrenaline-pumping adventure to a relaxing day out, you need never be bored in Golden Bay.
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ABEL TASMAN CANYONS - Motueka, Nelson
ABEL TASMAN CANYONS - Motueka, Nelson
Mobile-friendly - Sliding down water polished chutes, jumping into crystal clear pools, abseiling through showering waterfalls, and flying down ziplines. Abel Tasman Canyons provides exciting and action-packed guided canyoning trips in the Abel Tasman National Park, the Kahurangi National Park and Mt Richmond Forest Park. Canyoning: the best adventure to get roped into.
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- +64 3 528 9800
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- 0800 863 472 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 76 Greenwood St, Motueka 7120, New Zealand Make an Enquiry
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ABEL TASMAN SEA SHUTTLES - Abel Tasman National Park
ABEL TASMAN SEA SHUTTLES - Abel Tasman National Park
Mobile-friendly - Come to the stunning Abel Tasman National Park in comfort and safety with experienced skippers from Abel Tasman Sea Shuttles. Seven-days-a-week service. All trips offer viewing stops and commentaries about the unique Abel Tasman National Park features. See wildlife, golden sandy beaches, crystal clear waters, lush native bush and rivers. Abel Tasman National Park Scenic Cruises and Water Taxis.
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- +64 3 527 8688
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- 0800 732 748 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- Kaiteriteri Beach, Kaiteriteri, Motueka, Nelson, New Zealand
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ANATOKI SALMON FISHING & CAFE - Takaka, Nelson
ANATOKI SALMON FISHING & CAFE - Takaka, Nelson
Mobile-friendly - You'll find a unique freshwater fishing activity in Golden Bay just 100km from Nelson. Situated on the banks of the Anatoki River between Kahurangi and Abel Tasman National Park, you can relax and catch your very own premium Chinook salmon. Have it hot smoked ready to eat in our cafe, or take away fresh for the BBQ. Open 7 days.
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- +64 3 525 7251
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- 0800 262 865 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 230 McCallum Rd, Takaka, Golden Bay, New Zealand
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CAPE FAREWELL HORSE TREKS - Golden Bay, Nelson
CAPE FAREWELL HORSE TREKS - Golden Bay, Nelson
Mobile-friendly - Our horse treks range from 1.5 hours, to over-nighters, to seven days plus! All our horse treks offer stunning views over farmland and beach, including river crossings, caves and the option of a gallop along the white sand beaches for horse lovers. We are open for horse treks most days.
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- +64 3 524 8031
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- 36 McGowan Street, Puponga, Collingwood, Nelson, New Zealand
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FAREWELL SPIT & PUPONGA FARM PARK TRACKS - Golden Bay, Nelson
FAREWELL SPIT & PUPONGA FARM PARK TRACKS - Golden Bay, Nelson
Choose from shorter or longer walks across farmland, and discover a lighthouse and spectacular views of the rugged coastline. From the Wharariki car park, follow a vehicle track west to Green Hills Stream and beyond. Superb farmland, lakes, cliffs and wind-carved moorlands are features of this area. Mountain biking is allowed on this track.
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GOLDEN BAY AIR - Takaka
GOLDEN BAY AIR - Takaka
Operating scheduled flights between Wellington, Karamea, Nelson and Takaka, Golden Bay. Spectacular scenic flights from Takaka and Abel Tasman. Fly/cruise packages to experience both Abel Tasman National Park and Golden Bay without retracing your steps. All flights connect with our daily shuttle services to Heaphy Track and Abel Tasman National Park. Rental Car available in Takaka to explore Golden Bay.
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- +64 3 525 8725
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- 0800 588 885 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- PO Box 256, Takaka, New Zealand
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HELICOPTERS NELSON
HELICOPTERS NELSON
Mobile-friendly - Helicopters Nelson is a locally owned and operated helicopter company specializing in personalized tours of the Nelson & Marlborough regions. We are also Nelsons leading provider of commercial services. With generations of experience operating helicopters in Nelson and the surrounding national parks, who better to show you the diversity of our naturally beautiful region?
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- +64 3 541 9530
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- 027 688 0311
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- 8 Dakota Street, Nelson, New Zealand, 7011
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LABYRINTH ROCKS - Golden Bay
LABYRINTH ROCKS - Golden Bay
The labyrinth is a two hectare wonderland of the most amazing limestone rock formations and regenerating native bush. The canyons provide a readymade walkway system, even a natural rock maze where several adjacent canyons are interconnected by small tunnels and archways.
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MOATREK NEW ZEALAND SMALL GROUP TOURS - Nationwide
MOATREK NEW ZEALAND SMALL GROUP TOURS - Nationwide
Looking for the very best of New Zealand for your 'Trip of a Lifetime'? You'll love our small friendly groups and relaxed pace as you discover the true flavour of New Zealand in comfort and style. We’re all Kiwis, we grew up here and can’t wait to show you our favourite spots and introduce you to our mates!
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- +64 9 575 6063
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- 0800 662 462 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- Level 2, 69-71 Beach Road, Auckland, New Zealand Make an Enquiry
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MOATREK SMALL GROUP ESCAPES
MOATREK SMALL GROUP ESCAPES
Small group guided tours for mature travellers. MoaTrek holidays are designed especially for those who want to explore our beautiful countryside in a small friendly group with the care and attention of a professional Kiwi Guide. Enjoy special annual events, summer getaways and get to know the locals over relaxed lunches in their homes.
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- 0800 662 462 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- Level 2/69-71 Beach Rd, Auckland, 1010, New Zealand Make an Enquiry
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MOLESWORTH TOUR COMPANY - North Canterbury
MOLESWORTH TOUR COMPANY - North Canterbury
Mobile-friendly - Experience the stunning landscapes of Molesworth Station, New Zealand’s largest high-country cattle station with our passionate guides who will bring the whole experience to life for you. One, or two-day tours available from Hanmer Springs on request for small groups or individuals. Larger groups can be catered for also.
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- +64 274 351 955
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- 65 Willowside Place, Amberley, North Canterbury 7410, New Zealand Make an Enquiry
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NEW ZEALAND PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOPS - New Zealand
NEW ZEALAND PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOPS - New Zealand
Mobile-friendly - Join New Zealand's top landscape, nature and wildlife photographers to help you to get the most from your photography or visit to New Zealand. From 1-day Photography Workshops to 17-day NZ Photo Tours with New Zealand's leading landscape and wildlife photographers.
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PATONS ROCK BEACH VILLAS - Golden Bay
PATONS ROCK BEACH VILLAS - Golden Bay
Mobile-friendly - Just 5 minutes walk to Patons Rock beach, 10 minutes drive from Takaka, Patons Rock Beach Villas are the ideal choice for the discerning holidaymaker. With 4 spacious 2-bedroom villas & beach baches, all have garden views from every window.Located well off the road, you will feel like you have the whole place to yourself.
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- +64 3 525 8262
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- 0800 306 697 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 177 Patons Rock Road, RD2, Takaka, New Zealand
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PELORUS AIR - Marlborough Sounds
PELORUS AIR - Marlborough Sounds
Mobile-friendly - Welcome to Pelorus Air. We can offer a variety of Scenic Flight options for 2-15 people. From our base in Picton, we provide easy access from Wellington, Paraparaumu and Nelson - to some of the far reaches of the area. In the Marlborough Sounds we service airstrips in Port Gore, Nopera, D'Urville Island, Elie Bay and Northwest Bay.
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SOUTH ISLAND TOURS - New Zealand
SOUTH ISLAND TOURS - New Zealand
Enjoy our small group guided tour packages for Kiwis to different regions of the South Island. Escorted tours for seniors to out of the way places with great meals, accommodation, gentle activities. 4WD-self-drive tours to Molesworth Station or separate tour to D’Urville Island. Cycle tours to Molesworth Station, supported all the way with great accommodation and meals. 30 years’ experience.
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TERRY'S TOURS AND TRANSFERS - Nelson
TERRY'S TOURS AND TRANSFERS - Nelson
Mobile-friendly - Over 45 years knowledge within the Transport Industry. We offer solutions to your transport requirements, either local or regional, see us first. Nelson to Motueka shuttle, Airport transfers, prestige transport for individual and personalised Wine and Beer trail tours, transport for hiking/walking tracks. In fact we can pick you up from anywhere and drop you anywhere. A flexible, affordable service.
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- +64 22 631 1646
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- Nelson, New Zealand
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THE MANGARAKAU WETLAND - Golden Bay, Tasman/Nelson
THE MANGARAKAU WETLAND - Golden Bay, Tasman/Nelson
Mobile-friendly - Mangarakau Swamp is the largest remaining wetland in the Nelson/Marlborough region. The huge variety of bird life, fish and flora in the wetland is truly amazing and the surrounding area is breathtaking in its diversity and scenic beauty. Walk the tracks and discover the wetland while based in luxury chalets at Wetland View Park
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- +64 3 524 8788 (Wetland View Park)
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THE ROCKS CHALETS ACCOMMODATION - Takaka, Golden Bay
THE ROCKS CHALETS ACCOMMODATION - Takaka, Golden Bay
Mobile-friendly - Located within walking distance from Takaka township, 800m. Quiet and private location, set amongst scenic karst rock formations with small cave, glow worm grotto. Spacious open-plan Chalets with en-suites which can accommodate up to four. Features include kitchenettes, BBQs, heat pump, air conditioning, free WiFi, TV/DVD player, DVD library, books and various inside/outside games. On site coin operated laundry.
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- +64 3 525 8096
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- +64 27 490 5881
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- 2090 Takaka Valley Highway, Takaka, Golden Bay, New Zealand
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TULLAMOORE BEACH HOUSE - Golden Bay
TULLAMOORE BEACH HOUSE - Golden Bay
Tucked into a lush, forested hillside with sweeping panoramic views across Golden Bay, Tullamoore Beach House is a rare delight on one of New Zealand's most pristine stretches of coastline. Tullamoore offers all the luxuries and appointments of a large family home with private access to one of the Bay's most remarkable stretches of beach, metres from the front door.
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WETLAND VIEW PARK CHALETS - Mangarakau
WETLAND VIEW PARK CHALETS - Mangarakau
Mobile-friendly - If you want a break in Golden Bay that is right away from it all, our luxury accommodation offers total peace and quiet, interrupted only by the birdsong. Our chalets sleep up to 5 people and have their own fully equipped kitchens. Tour our glowworm grotto complete with Koura and cave wetas.
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WILDCAT CHARTERS - Golden Bay
WILDCAT CHARTERS - Golden Bay
Morning trips from Golden Bay targeting Snapper, Blue Cod, Gurnard, Kahawai & Tarakihi. Full-day and half-day trips targeting Groper, Kingfish & Albacore Tuna. All bait, quality fishing gear & light refreshments supplied free. Scenic Tours into Abel Tasman National Park; enjoy the unique scenery & wildlife of the bays from our boat while enjoying a picnic on the sea. Book Direct and Save
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- +64 27 613 6873
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- Port Tarakohe, Pohara, Golden Bay, New Zealand
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Bike Track offers transport for up to 20 passengers, their bikes (all types) plus luggage to both ends of the Heaphy, Ghost trail and all tracks throughout the Nelson region from airport or accommodation. Based in Mapua, also centre of the Great Taste Trail.
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