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Motueka Market © Oliver Weber
Motueka Sunday Market
Where all great purveyors convene, discover a mecca of farmers produce, hand-spun crafts and flea-market bargains. Every Sunday, 8am-1pm.
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Gecko Cool, casual and retro, Māpua The The Gecko is an independent uewith kasofas, blankets and Motcinema armchairs. Take in a slice of cake oyour ascoffee t – it’s cosy with a uby Cand Motueka Saltwater R Baths Fronting Tasman Bay on Motueka foreshore, drink up sparkling sea views from this shabby-chic outdoor pool. With sunbathing deck, playground, picnic area and barbecues.
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the deep, dark depths of Tākaka Hill, water from Riuwaka River mysteriously materialises to form an astoundingly clear basin. Found in Kahurangi National Park via a short, 10-minute walk.
Ruby Coast sman Ta Ainbtheel1950s, to the elements this historic wreck clings to the silt & Moutere beneath its rusted belly. Walk up National Park
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ABEL TASMAN GREAT WALK
Abel Tasman Tākaka & National Park Golden Bay
This 60km one-way Great Walk covers achingly beautiful beaches, mermaid-worthy water and an exciting tidal crossing over the course of three to five days. Book early to secure the best DOC campsites and ocean fronting lodges.
MĀRAHAU One of the main gateways to Abel Tasman National Park. The 53km Abel Tasman Coast Track starts from this village.
THE BARN GLAMPING Camp facilities at the very start of The Abel Tasman. Begin your park adventure the right way – or finish on a high! Stay in a beachfront bach, private cabin or dorm. Or pitch your tent right before the ocean. BEACH HORSE RIDING As the tide retreats, join Abel Tasman Horse Trekking for a horseback ride on Mārahau Beach. Suitable for every level, treks are tailored to stay in your comfort zone.
TOP TIP: Water taxis depart both Kaiteriteri and Mārahau, calling at all the main beaches as far north as Tōtaranui, depositing passengers directly on the sand.
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BOAT TRIPS Departing and
te reo Māori introductions, a hongi and waiata singing, push off from Kaiteriteri Beach in a traditional waka. Glide across the bay and learn about local Māori traditions as you journey to Toka Ngāwhā – Split Apple Rock.
returning Kaiteriteri, boat charters slice through the aquablue waters, calling at beaches, coves and deserted motu. Boat companies include Abel Tasman Sea Shuttle, Wilsons Abel Tasman (both from Kaiteriteri) and Abel Tasman AquaTaxi from Mārahau.
CLEOPATRA’S POOL On day two of the Abel Tasman Great Walk, a 20-minute side trip leads to an astounding emerald lagoon.
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KAITERITERI MOUNTAIN BIKE PARK Well-kept trails
overlooking the ocean with a good range of tracks shaded under the tree line.
KAITERITERI A seaside resortlike spot providing plenty of sea, sand and seclusion. This is another fab base for jaunts into the national park.
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insta-famous rock in New Zealand, this giant orb is perfectly split in half. Sail to this ‘rockstar’ or snap it from the shoreline via the Towers Bay walking track.
TONGA ISLAND MARINE RESERVE Golden sands and
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