TRIP 6 MARLBOROUGH & NELSON
TRIP 6
a journey to
Farewell Spit Tākaka to Collingwood via SH 60 22min, 26.6km
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eading north to Collingwood at the end of the heritage road, The Treasured Pathway (Golden Bay’s artery, SH 60) cuts straight through Tākaka and passes many turn-offs to glorious beaches. Beyond Collingwood, it passes dairy farms and holiday homes, sweeping the coastline towards the natural wonder of Farewell Spit. This is one of the world’s longest naturally formed sand bars and is home to more than 90 species of birds including godwits, spoonbills and oystercatchers. With the open sea on one side and sheltered water on the other, the sand spit has two quite different faces and is a very special place to visit. It really is a must-do.
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Collingwood to Port Pūponga via Collingwood-Pūponga Main Rd 26min, 24km
LEFT: Wharariki Beach TOP RIGHT: Walkway at Te Waikoropupū Springs BOTTOM RIGHT: Estuary Arts, Golden Bay ALL IMAGES: © www.nelsontasman.nz
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