Local Area


	ABEL TASMAN NATIONAL PARK - Kaiteriteri or Marahau ( both 10 minutes drive away) are the starting points for many of the water taxi and tour companies taking visitors along the scenic coast of the Abel Tasman National Park. Highlights are Split Apple Rock, the Tonga Bay Seal Colony and Awaroa Inlet. All best viewed from the water. Many visitors enjoy the scenic boat trip along the coast then take one of the walking tracks along the coast, catching the next water taxi back. This is also the starting point for many of the kayaking trips, and they can all be booked either through us, the Motueka Visitor Information Centre or with the operators in Kaiteriteri. Visitors agree this trip and the walks are one of the highlights of their visit to New Zealand. The more adventurous often stay overnight in our chalets to get an early start on one of the 3 or 4 day treks through the National Park which comprise one of the GREAT WALKS OF NEW ZEALAND KAITERITERI Famous for its protected golden sand beach and only 10 mins drive away, Kaiteriteri also boasts several renowned eating establishments. Among them is:- The Shoreline - sit outside on the patio with a cafe style meal and take in the view of the fabulous beach, and watch the passing parade. Have a cool drink, an afternoon snack or a meal, you won't be disappointed! There is also a renowned fish and chip shop and internet cafe and a store for groceries and supplies. . RIWAKA AREA - Experience the real New Zealand! The Riwaka Valley has a warm, sunny microclimate that justifies its reputation as the warmest place in the South Island. With stunning views down to Tasman Bay visitors drive through fruit orchards to reach Terraced Gardens. Local farmers sell their produce in season at road side stalls and many varieties of apples, kiwi fruit, plums, peaches, nashi, grapes, olives, macadamias, hazelnuts, avocadoes and home grown vegetables are just some of the produce on offer in season. Riwaka Resurgance - source of the Riwaka River Held sacred by Maori, and traditionally used as a "birthing place" by the women the Riwaka River forms deep crystal pools from a cavern deep in the "Marble Mountain" A pleasant native bush walk leads you to the source. Road access to the parking area to begin the walk is from the Highway only 10 minutes drive from our chalets. Riwaka Hotel - Only 1.5 klms down Dehra Doon Rd, the hotel is your typical quiet country pub for most of the year, serving old fashioned fish & chips, bar meals, and with a restaurant. Rub shoulders with the locals and soak up the country atmosphere! In the two weeks from 27th Dec to 5th Jan it puts on its other hat. All the top bands in NZ have played at the Riwaka at some time, and it really rocks! Marqees hold the party crowd who come from near and far to hear their favourites. Come and join in the fun! Monkey Wizard Brewery - Matt, the mild mannered local dentist, has a passion for brewing and can be found moonlighting in his brewery in the Main Street of Riwaka, where he produces several unique and tasty drops that can be bought by the rigger. He makes a refreshing English style cider from the local apples, an English style real ale, a very popular NZ style lager, and a traditional Black Stout. Call in for a taste as you pass by The Flaming Hot Catering Company - a new espresso bar serving gourmet snacks and burgers and really good coffee!

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