🌿 Things To Do Around Motueka & Tasman
🏖️ Beaches & National Parks
Kaiteriteri Beach – Golden sands and turquoise waters, perfect for swimming and relaxing.
Breaker Bay – Just past Kaiteriteri, more secluded.
Abel Tasman National Park – Explore by boat, kayak, or on foot. Trails and tours available at abeltasman.co.nz.
Kahurangi National Park – Its geology is complex, and it is the most diverse of any of New Zealand's protected areas.
🌊 Local Gems in Motueka
Salt Water Baths – Historic, community-maintained. (Free)
Talleys Fishing Platform – Try your luck fishing off the wharf. (Free)
Coastal Café at Motueka Marina – Coffee with a waterfront view.
The Gecko – Cosy, friendly, independent, boutique movie theatre.
Sunday Markets – Get a taste of what the region has to offer. Located at Decks Reserve, the market is open every Sunday from 8 am to 1 pm
🏔️ Takaka Hill & Hidden Wonders
Riwaka Resurgence – A magical spring emerging from marble rock. (Free)
Harwood’s Hole – NZ’s deepest vertical shaft cave, with a “Lord of the Rings” vibe. (Free)
Ngarua Caves – Stalactites, stalagmites, and moa skeletons. Tours at ngaruacaves.co.nz.
🎢 Adventure & Adrenaline
Skydive Abel Tasman – Locals jump for half price!
Abel Tasman Canyons – Thrilling canyoning tours at abeltasmancanyons.co.nz.
Skywire Experience (Hira) – A giant flying fox ride through native forest.
Wakaabeltasman - An unforgettable Maori cultural journey. wakaabeltasman.nz
Via Ferrata climbing – Gear hire and guided climbs at viaferrata.org.nz.
Bike Hire – Available at myride.co.nz
🏞️ Scenic Escapes
Nelson Lakes – Stunning alpine lakes; feed the eels under the wharf.
Mapua Wharf – Boutique shops, bars, cafes, and kids jumping off the wharf.
French Pass – More about the journey than the destination.
💧 Golden Bay Treasures
Waikoropupu Springs – Famous for having some of the clearest water in the world.
The Grove – Unique limestone formations and forest walks.
Beaches – Pohara, Tata, and Totaranui are all worth a visit.
Anatoki Salmon Farm – Catch your own salmon; fresh feed guaranteed.