15 of the Best Things to Do in Golden Bay

Golden Bay is a small region at the top of the South Island famous for its unspoilt beaches and quiet pace of life. There are heaps of fun things to do in Golden Bay, including trips to Abel Tasman National Park, the scenic drive to Anatori and a place where you’ll see some of the … Read more

10 of the Best Things to Do in Collingwood, Golden Bay

Collingwood is a tiny town of around 300 residents all the way at the northwest tip of the South Island. If you’re travelling there it’s likely for Wharariki Beach and Cape Farewell / Farewell Spit, but there are a few other fun things to do in Collingwood as well as some great places to eat. … Read more

8 of the Best Things to Do in Tākaka, Golden Bay

Tākaka is the main town in Golden Bay, a place you’re likely to spend a night or two while exploring the natural wonders nearby. But what’s the town actually like? In this post I’ll show you the best things to do in Tākaka, both in the town itself and the surrounding area (that’s where the … Read more

Rawhiti Cave, Golden Bay

Rawhiti Cave, Golden Bay, New Zealand

Like the teeth of a snarling beast, thousands of stalactites guard the entrance to Rawhiti Cave. It’s accessed via a steep and muddy track through the forest a short drive from Tākaka — a great place to seek out on your next trip to Golden Bay. Getting to Rawhiti Cave The track starts a 15-minute … Read more

Riuwaka Resurgence, Tasman

A short drive from Motueka you’ll find a glistening stretch of river surrounded by mossy rocks and trees. Walk a short distance to the top of the track and you’ll see that river emerge from a small cave opening. This is the Riuwaka Resurgence and it’s a fun (and very easy) place to visit when … Read more

Driving the Scenic Road to Anatori From Golden Bay

The scenic road to Anatori, New Zealand

New Zealand is home to many scenic roads, but none are quite like what you’ll experience on the way to Anatori. This drive takes you from Golden Bay, AKA the top of the South Island, over to the West Coast. It’s one way in and one way out (the road stops just past Anatori) so … Read more

Wharariki Beach, Golden Bay

Wharariki Beach sunset, Golden Bay, New Zealand

Golden Bay, at the very top of New Zealand’s South Island, is home to some of the country’s best beaches. Wharariki Beach is considered one of the best places to visit in Golden Bay, due to the photogenic rocks / islands just in front of the beach (or on the beach at low tide). I … Read more

Tata Beach, Golden Bay

Tata Beach, golden Bay, New Zealand

The beaches of Golden Bay are famed throughout New Zealand for their soft sands and clear calm water. We explored a few of the beaches in the area after visiting Abel Tasman National Park and were most impressed with Tata Beach. Tata Beach Golden Bay is the gateway to a popular part of the Abel … Read more