The Wilderness of the West Coast
You can’t stay in the Kahurangi National Park, in the north of the West Coast, for just one day. No seriously, there are so many multi-day walks, mountain biking
South Island
Takaka & Golden Bay
- South Island
- Picton, Blenheim & Marlborough 19
- Nelson & Abel Tasman 22
- Takaka & Golden Bay 15
- Westport 10
- Punakaiki, Greymouth & Hokitika 17
- Franz Josef & Fox Glaciers 12
- Haast Area 11
- Kaikoura 10
- Hanmer Springs Area 13
- Christchurch 14
- Akaroa Area 14
- Canterbury Plains & Southern Alps 18
- Mt Cook & Lake Tekapo 12
- Oamaru 12
- Queenstown 14
- Wanaka 11
- Central Otago 13
- Dunedin 13
- The Catlins 13
- Milford Sound 13
- Invercargill 11
- Southland Area 12
- Stewart Island 11
- South Pacific Islands
- North Island
- Northland 29
- Bay of Islands 15
- Auckland 39
- Coromandel Peninsula 19
- Tauranga & Bay of Plenty 16
- Hamilton Area 21
- Waitomo 13
- Whakatane Area 15
- Gisborne & East Cape 16
- Rotorua 13
- Lake Taupo 15
- New Plymouth & Taranaki 25
- Napier & Hawke's Bay 19
- Tongariro Area 12
- Whanganui 13
- Palmerston North & Manawatu 30
- Wellington Area 23
- Travel Styles
Natural Attractions in Golden Bay That Will Blow Your Mind!
Over the Takaka Hill lies a land full of weird and wonderful natural features. Limestone rocks have created natural mazes. Caves exist with
What to Do in Collingwood, Golden Bay’s Cool Little Town
For those exploring the top of the South Island and the fascinating Farewell Spit, or setting off on the four-day journey of the Heaphy T
What to Do in Takaka, the Hub of Golden Bay
Tucked away in the northern corner of the South Island, Takaka is a town of creativity and natural beauty. Takaka boats a quirky and funky vibe, where it
What to Do in Golden Bay, the Top of the South
Get off the beaten track and discover the top of the South Island! Golden Bay is hidden from sight surrounded by the mountains of the Abel Tasman and Kah
How to Visit Takaka on a Budget
Takaka and Golden Bay are a dream for budget travellers. Most of the top things to see here are absolutely free to visit, while the paid activities are reasonably price
Plan a Romantic Getaway or Honeymoon to Takaka and Golden Bay
Hidden over what they call the “Marble Mountain” in a stunning corner of the South Island, Takaka and Golden Bay offer a roman
Things to Do in Takaka for Couples
When a South Island road trip has led you over the Marble Mountain to the bohemian town and beautiful shores of Takaka, what is a couple to do to make the most of th
The Takaka and Golden Bay Food Guide
Who would have thought that over the hill in the remote region of Golden Bay there would be so much for foodies to enjoy?! The town of Takaka and its surrounding c
Food Tours and Activities in Takaka and Golden Bay
Golden Bay holds many surprises. Over Takaka Hill, this quiet corner of the South Island boasts breathtaking coastal scenery, two national parks, vib
A Travel Guide to Takaka and Golden Bay
Most tourists simply don’t bother venturing this far north in the South Island. That is, however, what makes the region of Takaka and Golden Bay so utterl
Plan a Family Trip to Takaka and Golden Bay
Hidden over the “Marble Hill” with striking karst formations, the kids’ introduction to Takaka and Golden Bay is sure to be a memorable on
Family Activities in Takaka and Golden Bay
Escape the tourist trail, over the karst-scattered landscape of Takaka Hill, to the bohemian town of Takaka and the surrounding Golden Bay area. As the name
How to Plan a Luxury Getaway to Takaka and Golden Bay
Some might say that the remoteness and tranquillity of Golden Bay is the main luxury of this corner of the South Island, but that’s just the
Premium Tours in Takaka and Golden Bay
In a destination as rich in creativity, wildlife and natural beauty as Golden Bay, the luxury experiences are something else. Let the scenic flights, horse treks