Golden Bay

Explore the gorgeous Golden Bay where life is slower and lifestyle is key. See the amazing Pupu Springs, the 400 metre deep Harwoods Hole, the Mircrosoft Windows famous Wharariki Beach and enjoy an evening at the famous Mussel Inn. Or go deeper and further and take a 4WD drive down the West Coast beach crossing rivers and stay at Kahurangi Lighthouse - this will feel like the end of the world and will be a trip to remember!
 
Recommendations:
1 Day (return trip from Motueka/Abel Tasman)
Harwoods Hole or the Limestone Caves
Takaka Village (lunch)
Pupu Springs
Wharariki Beach 
Mussel Inn for dinner.
2-3 Days (the above plus add on from these favourites:
Wainui Falls (1/2 day)
Farewell Spit Safari (1/2 day)
Kahurangi Lighthouse (2 days)
Rock climbing (1/2 day)
Local artisans studio visits (1/2 or full day)