Golden Bay

Located at the top of the South Island, Golden Bay is a haven at the end of a road that leads you away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. The main shopping centre is the township of Takaka - a charming place, where local colour abounds and the people smile at you in the street.

You can find the Sandcastle by heading towards the Abel Tasman National Park (as shown in the map below).

Drive until you get to the beach, then take the first road on the right (Pohara Valley Road - you'll see the Sandcastle sign) and then right again into Haile Lane. We're at the end - you can't miss us...

Pohara Beach - a beautiful and safe swimming beach just a few minutes' stroll from the Sandcastle.

Pohara Beach at sunset.

The picture above shows an aerial view of the Sandcastle in the foreground and the easy walk to Pohara Beach.

Pohara also offers a Golf Course, Tennis Courts, Boat Ramp, Bars & Restaurants, and places to buy alcoholic beverages. Nearby, you'll find plenty of beautiful places to explore, relax and enjoy life.

See Golden Bay
Virtual Nature	Photographs of Golden Bay.
seakayaknz.com	Sea Kayak hire and tours.
The Original Farewell Spit Safari	Tours and nature watching.
Department of Conservation	Caretakers for NZ's natural treasures.
Kahurangi Guided Walks	Safe, unique, wilderness experiences.
Kahurangi Buses	Travel to, from and within Golden Bay.
Galleries & Attractions
Golden Bay Records	Local music label.
The Mussel Inn	The best pub in the world.
Lilies In Bloom	Flowering lily plants and lily bulbs.
Bencarri Farm Park & Cafe	Good food in a relaxed, great outdoors setting.
Anatoki Salmon	Catch your own salmon and have it smoked at the same time.
More Info on Golden Bay
Golden Bay Index	Golden Bay links and information.
Golden Bay Organics	Tasty, affordable, organic food and information.