Golden Bay, New Zealand - Activities

Ferntown Lodge

2009-11-03T21:24:00Z

-40.6736168,172.6605539

"Where people still matter"

Bordered by the mouth of the Aorere River (Maori for flowing spirits), Ferntown Lodge offers boutique accommodation in Golden Bay, New Zealand. Whether you're looking for a bit of adventure, on your honeymoon, or just a bit of time out, we offer a truly unique Kiwi experience.

The park-like grounds contain one of New Zealand's finest virgin lowland totara forests, which are protected by a QEII Covenant. Without even leaving the lodge, you can experience the wonderful hidden walks amongst the serene native bush and birdlife, take a paddle through the property's many tranquil waterways, or just relax in the privacy of your own villa.

Facilities and activities include:

Guided trout fishing and boat charter tours
Discreet villa with hot tub and all the amenities
Private bush and nature walks
Award-winning chefs for villa or lodge-hosted meals
A great base for the countless activities and adventures offered by Golden Bay

Your hosts will be Brian (the Sheriff) and Judy who have many years of hospitality experience in ownership of such places as the famous Cardrona Hotel.

Contact Us

To ensure our guests' privacy, all bookings are by prior arrangement (not on a "walk-up" basis).

Brian and Judy Gilbert
112 Collingwood Puponga Road
Collingwood
Takaka 7183
Golden Bay
New Zealand

Phone +64 3 524 8731

Email stay@ferntownlodge.co.nz
Website www.ferntownlodge.co.nz

Little Rock Mini Golf

2008-12-05T01:53:00Z

-40.8338370,172.8829750

While in the Bay, you've got to visit Little Rock Mini Golf-the latest summer attraction for the whole family.

Situated opposite the Pohara Beach Top 10 Holiday Park, you can't miss the signs and flags and there's off-road parking.

Half of the holes are covered for all-weather play and the course is fully lit for night golf so you can play anytime-rain or shine, night or day.

There are 18 holes (with Club Course Par 46 or a Champion Course Variation par of 54).

The courses will vary so you may need to play it more than once. There are a host of interesting obstacles and the holes vary from easy to
challenging-so come along and see if you can break par.

There's a 19th hole and if you can putt your ball into the bull's-eye, there's a free round of golf for you.

Afterwards, you can relax inside or outside on the expansive verandah areas and enjoy a selection of food and cold drinks.

Whether it's a can or an icecream or one of our snack boxes (nuggets, sausage bites and chips), or something in between, there's a good
selection of food available.

So when planning your day out, put Little Rock on your list and come enjoy the experience.

Open daily from 10am till late. Closing times may vary, please phone.

Adults $7
School Children $5
Family (up to 4) $20

Contact details:

790–792 Abel Tasman Drive, Pohara, Golden Bay (Opposite Pohara Holiday Park)

Phone:+64 03 525 9020

Escape Adventures

2008-12-02T20:28:00Z

International Biking Holidays, Bike Servicing, Sales and Hire.

We are a small Golden Bay based company leading biking holidays in here in New Zealand, Africa, Asia and South America.

We are passionate about riding our bikes and driven by the reward that comes from creating and leading the sort of biking holidays that will touch your soul and you will remember forever.

Over summer we are available for Shimano Qualified bike servicing and repairs, bike sales and parts and bike hire.

Contact details:

PO Box 116
Takaka, Golden Bay 7142
New Zealand

Phone: 021 548 991

Email: info@escapeadventures.co.nz

Website: www.escapeadventures.co.nz

Golden Bay Wines

2008-10-21T22:34:00Z

-40.853820,172.851651

Golden Bay Wines is the home of PETROS methode traditionelle vintage sparkling wine renowned throughout New Zealand for high quality and appealing taste. We also provide attractive quality still wines both red and white for the local market. Our cellar door on the main road between Takaka and Pohara is open for tasting and door sales from 11am to 5pm throughout the summer (December through April).

Contact Details

430 Abel Tasman Drive, Motupipi, Takaka 7183, Golden Bay, New Zealand

Phone: +64 3 525 9167

Email: petros@goldenbaywines.com

Website: www.goldenbaywines.com

The Village Theatre

2008-10-20T00:49:00Z

-40.859397,172.806039

The Village Theatre Society Inc. is a non-profit organisation that has been providing the people of Golden Bay with an entertainment venue since 1987. The Village Theatre has evolved from it’s humble beginnings to become the thriving entertainment centre it is today, with comfortable seating and state of the art projection and sound equipment.

www.villagetheatre.org.nz | Check out the Movie Guide

Cape Farewell Horse Treks

2008-09-25T01:47:00Z

-40.513734,172.722502

We have owned and operated our business with our kids (Ange, Melody and Cass) for the last 14 years. The kids have all moved on, but we now have a couple of grandsons (Dylan and Seth) kicking around with us, which is great. We just love having them round....
Don and I reckon we live in the most beautiful place in New Zealand. We were lucky enough to have bought our farm some 17 years ago. We began life at Puponga with a “bull beef unit” (cattle), but moved onto the horse trekking a couple of years later. It is a very family-orientated business, and our main focus is on having a great time and giving people a chance to live their dreams, something we Kiwis don’t realise…that we are so lucky to live here.
Don and I still get a real buzz out of watching a rider who has waited a lifetime to gallop down Wharariki Beach. The feeling is just “bloody awesome”.
We are, I guess, very proud Kiwis. We reckon we live in the best place in the world. We love the lifestyle we’ve created and have the ultimate job.
We look forward to meeting you, and showing you our corner of New Zealand.

Contact Details

Phone +64 3 524 8031 www.horsetreksnz.com

Activities in Golden Bay

2000-09-25T04:25:00Z

In a word, Golden Bay is awe-inspiring.

The landscape of dramatic contrasts practically begs for exploration. The rich cultural history is kept alive in the many museums. The vibrant community thrives on sharing its treasures.

You can walk the lush coastal track or kayak the azure waters of Abel Tasman National Park. Trek through the rugged wilderness of Kahurangi National Park.

Visit world-famous Waikoropupu (Pupu) Springs, said to be the clearest water in the world! And venture to the northern-most tip of the south island at Farewell Spit.

From historic museums to horse treks, eco-tours to wine tours, fly fishing to heli-hunting, the hardest part will be fitting it all in!