So easy, so accessible, Golden Bay is the perfect place to come to reconnect with each other, to reconnect with nature. It is such a special place to visit, with a range of affordable experiences and activities it’s the perfect place to visit and to make memories that last a lifetime!
A Family Guided tour with Golden Bay Kayaks. It’s all about the family on our focus tour. Whether you are new to kayaking or just want to have fun on the water with your kids, exploring the beautiful coastline with plenty of the local resident wildlife to keep you entertained. Easy to book on line. https://www.goldenbaykayaks.co.nz/family-guided-kayak-tours
Rawhiti Caves. It looks like a dragon should live here, on the misty days the soft cloud hangs around the entrance, it is the perfect place for a dragon to live. Darcy Manson named the cave Rawhiti which means sunrise due to the sun hitting the back of the cave in winter. This is one of the earliest tourism ventures in Golden Bay, Darcy took tours up to the cave until the 1920’s. It is one of the largest cave entrances in New Zealand. The walk is suitable for all ages, will make you puff a bit and best to avoid if it is wet, as it is very slippery
Anatoki Salmon. Watch salmon back-flip out of the water, listen as they splash on the surface,keep your eye out for the big one, feel the thrill as the salmon teases your line with nibbles just before you reel it in and land it with delight. Located on the banks of the beautiful Anatoki river, this is a real gem https://www.anatokisalmon.co.nz/anatoki-salmon-farm
Hack n Stay. What a place this is. The warm friendly hospitality , if you ever wanted to try vaulting on a horse or just hanging out with the farm animals it is an opportunity to reconnect with nature. There is a range of accomodation available from shared bathroom to camping options. https://www.hackfarm.co.nz
Love to ride your bike? There is a variety of family friendly trails in Golden Bay. Golden Bay Cycleway is constantly being extended, you can now ride from Pohara to the Takaka township and then on to Paynes Ford from there following the Takaka River towards rural East Takaka.
Motupipi Hill trails. Nice wide trails, fun and a great place to introduce all ages to friendly single track. Beautiful views and accessible from Cassidy’s corner near the Motupipi Bridge.
Rameka Project is for those that are ready to step it up a bit. Starting with the backtrack at the top of the Rameka Rd, starting off with fun with some rocks. After the backtrack connector you have the choice of Great Expectations, the Historic trail and then the more advanced Oddessy trail. There is something for everyone here. For information and for bike parts head to the Quiet Revolution in the Main Street of Takaka.
If you haven’t already, download the Trailforks app, this will give you every trail in the world! https://www.trailforks.com
