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Golden Bay

Golden Bay is a shallow bay, separated from the sea by Farewell Spit, which lies at the northwest end of the South Island. The bay is bordered by Kahurangi National Park and Abel Tasman National Park in Nelson. Golden Bay is a vast, beautiful paradise for nature lovers – at the end of a wonderfully scenic road trip.

From Picton, drive to Golden Bay via Nelson or through Queen Charlotte Sounds (four or five hours driving) and from Christchurch (about 296km away), it's a seven hour drive via the Lewis Pass, Murchison, Nelson and Highway 60. Experience the long, slow climb over Takaka Hill (the 'Marble Mountain'), stop to marvel at Harwoods Hole, the Ngarua Caves and the Te Waikoropupu Springs (the 'Pupu Springs') - New Zealand's largest freshwater springs and home of the clearest spring water in the world. more

Popular with visitors to Golden Bay is the bird sanctuary on Farewell Spit, horse trekking on the beautiful Wharariki Beach, the Te Anaroa Caves, Bencarri Farm Park, Anatoki Salmon Park and cafe, and the scenic drive to the golden beaches of Ligar Bay and Tata Beach. Takaka Hill near Golden Bay hosts the unique, 'earth friendly festival' of Lumminate.

Accommodation in Golden Bay is in 'character-style' backpackers, baches, cottages, luxury lodges, plus modern motels and campgrounds.

 

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ABEL TASMAN CANYONS

Motueka, Nelson

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ABEL TASMAN SEA SHUTTLES

Abel Tasman National Park

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BETHANY PARK

Holiday Park and Christian Camp

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CANOPY CAMPING ESCAPES

Quartz Clearing

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CLASSIC CAR TOURS

South Island New Zealand

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DISCOVER NZ MOTORHOMES

Nelson, Picton, Blenheim, Christchurch

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Farewell Spit

Off the beaten track

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GOLDEN BAY COACHLINES

Nelson & Golden Bay

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GOLDEN BAY HOLIDAY PARK

Tukurua Beach, Golden Bay

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Kahurangi National Park

Off the beaten track

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LABYRINTH ROCKS

Golden Bay

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MOLESWORTH TOUR COMPANY

North Canterbury

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NZ ROAD TRIP

New Zealand

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PELORUS AIR

Marlborough Sounds

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RATANUI LODGE BOUTIQUE HOTEL

Golden Bay, Nelson

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Wild Basket Making Weekend Workshop in Golden Bay

From: Sat 9th Dec 2023

Multi-disciplined fibre artist Anita Peters is offering to share her techniques of making baskets using a variety of natural and found materials, located at her unique outdoor garden studio at the Historical Fairholme ...

Where: Fairholme Gallery, Golden Bay, Nelson / Tasman
Address: 637 East Takaka Road, Golden Bay, Nelson / Tasman

From: 9:30am on Saturday 9th December 2023
To: 4:00pm on Sunday 10th December 2023

Takaka Open Mic Night

From: Thu 23rd Nov 2023

Lindy Valente and Ron Valente (Gypsy Pickers) host and perform for the Open Mic Night at Roots Bar, Takaka, every Thursday. This is a popular night with locals and travellers. Bring along your songs, instruments and ...

Where: Roots Bar, Golden Bay, Nelson / Tasman
Address: 1 Commercial St, Takaka, Golden Bay, Nelson / Tasman

From: 8:30pm on Thursday 23rd November 2023
To: 11:59pm on Thursday 25th April 2024

Oakley & Amiria Grenell

Sat 23rd Dec 2023

Brother & sister duo perform originals and songs of influence, including tunes from their father John. Amiria won NZ Tui Award in 2012 for best Folk Album which was produced by Oakley.

Where: Mussel Inn, Golden Bay, Nelson / Tasman
Address: 1259 State Highway 60, Onekaka, Golden Bay, Nelson / Tasman

From: 8:00pm on Saturday 23rd December 2023
To: 10:30pm on Saturday 23rd December 2023

NYE! Gypsy Pickers at Takaka

Sun 31st Dec 2023

New Years Eve! The lovely proprietors at Takaka’s Telegraph Hotel have invited the Gypsy Pickers to bring their high energy show to this historic venue, to see in 2024! There’s lots of room for dancing and ...

Where: The Telegraph Hotel, Golden Bay, Nelson / Tasman
Address: 2 Motupipi Street, Golden Bay, Nelson / Tasman

From: 8:30pm on Sunday 31st December 2023
To: 11:59pm on Sunday 31st December 2023

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Seaside Sloths with Tinny

Thu 4th Jan 2024

Suffering succotash! Seaside Sloths are south this summer! As part of the Seaside Tour the Sloths are bringing their electrifying show to the nationally famous venue the Mussel Inn, with support from Tinny. This is ...

Where: Mussel Inn, Golden Bay, Nelson / Tasman
Address: 1259 State Highway 60, Onekaka, Golden Bay, Nelson / Tasman

From: 7:30pm on Thursday 4th January 2024
To: 11:00pm on Thursday 4th January 2024

Gypsy Pickers at Molly B's Pohara

Sun 7th Jan 2024

Gypsy Pickers live show at Pohara's popular Molly B's restaurant and bar, from 3pm. Everyone welcome! GYPSY PICKERS "Hot rhythms and feel-good music with the power of soul!" The Gypsy Pickers are a multi-instrument ...

Where: Molly B's Restaurant & Bar, Golden Bay, Nelson / Tasman
Address: 800 Abel Tasman Drive, Takaka, New Zealand, Golden Bay, Nelson / Tasman

From: 3:00pm on Sunday 7th January 2024
To: 11:59pm on Sunday 7th January 2024

OdESSA Live At the Mussel Inn

Wed 10th Jan 2024

Aotearoa’s Garage Funk legends OdESSA are back on the road in January 2024 for their first South Island tour in over 10 years! Once described as “the band that can make all of New Zealand stand up and ...

Where: Mussel Inn, Golden Bay, Nelson / Tasman
Address: 1259 State Highway 60, Onekaka, Golden Bay, Nelson / Tasman

From: 8:00pm on Wednesday 10th January 2024
To: 11:59pm on Wednesday 10th January 2024

Cancer and Cartwheels

Thu 18th Jan 2024

A comedy show about cartwheels, cancer eviction, and Bad and Better wigs. A show about life. Jo was always good at cartwheels. It was her thing. In 1981, Jo did a cart-wheel-a-thon for Telethon. She was that good. In ...

Where: Mussel Inn, Golden Bay, Nelson / Tasman
Address: 1259 State Highway 60, Onekaka, Golden Bay, Nelson / Tasman

From: 8:00pm on Thursday 18th January 2024
To: 9:00pm on Thursday 18th January 2024

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Golden Bay A&P Show

Sat 20th Jan 2024

Our Golden Bay A & P show is a true country style, family friendly show with lots to see and do. Get up close to the prize winning goats, sheep and cattle. Cheer on the horse riders, choppers and shearers. Browse the ...

Where: Golden Bay Recreation Park, Golden Bay, Nelson / Tasman
Address: Golden Bay Showgrounds, Golden Bay, Nelson / Tasman

From: 8:00am on Saturday 20th January 2024
To: 5:00pm on Saturday 20th January 2024

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Mainstay New Zealand Hotels

Mainstay NZ Hotels

Large collection of independent hotels.

Choice Hotels

Choice Hotels

Holiday packages for any occasion.

Hawkdun Rise

Hawkdun Rise

Boutique vineyard-stay near the town of Alexandra.