golden bay & farewell spit day trips

Isolated for many years by the infamous takaka hill, golden bay has developed as a centre for artists and alternative lifestyles - a great place to get away from it all. Stunning deserted beaches with only seals for company. horse treks on the beach or the cliff tops. World heritage area for migratory birds at farewell spit. The purest water in the world at pupu springs. Stretch your legs on many short walks. Check out the local artists - weird & wonderful. Grab a bite to eat at the gourmet cafés.

Price guide:
$ $0-$149
$$ $150-$249
$$$ $250+

Nelson-Tasman Region
Picture Perfect

golden bay & farewell spit $-$$$

golden bay horse treks $-$$

Wharariki Beach, cliff top walks, Pupu Springs, art galleries and cafes plus a 2-hour wader-watch tour on Farewell Spit.

Self-drive over the winding Takaka Hill, or let a local drive / guide you for the day ($$$).

Select a 3-hour beach or 1.5 hour clifftop horse trek in Golden Bay.

There is also a full day horse trek option in the Baton Valley on the edge of Kahurangi National Park.

Abel Tasman National Park beaches, kayaks, boats & hiking...
Kahurangi National Park an untaimed wilderness...
Golden Bay unspoilt beaches, birds & farewell spit, art, cafes...
Middle Earth hobbit and lord of the rings film locations...
Nelson a centre of art, wine & wellness...

Hosts: Peter & Clare
Tel: +64 3 528 4664
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574 Riwaka Valley Road
RD3 Motueka, 7198 NZ

"far enough away from the real world to let one relax"