Things to do in Takaka
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Labyrinth Rocks Park
On the road to Pohara you’ll see a signpost to Labyrinth Rocks Park, two wondrous hectares of limestone canyons and native bush making for a fascinating stroll.
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Bencarri Nature Park & Café
On the Anatoki River 6km south of town, Bencarri Nature Park & Café is home to farm animals including llamas and a longhorn. The prime attraction, though, is feeding the fat, tame river eels, which can live to be 100, and have apparently been here since 1914.
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Dangerous Kitchen
Dedicated to Frank Zappa (‘In the kitchen of danger, you can feel like a stranger’), DK specialises in gourmet pizzas and strong coffee, hefty slabs of cake and bumper burritos. Mellow and laid-back, with sun-trap courtyard out back, and people-watching patio on the main drag.
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Golden Bay Gallery
Sharing the same building as the Golden Bay Museum is Golden Bay Gallery, a good example of just one of Golden Bay’s many galleries and artist studios. Collect a copy of the Guide to Artists in Golden Bay leaflet for more along those lines.
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Brigand Café Bar
Mainstay of the local entertainment scene; get to the Brigand for Thursday open mic and look out for other gigs. Behind steel gates and a lush garden, Brigand serves sandwiches and chips, chowder and meaty mains in a relaxed, pubby atmosphere.
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Quiet Revolution Cycle Shop
An abundance of excellent mountain bike tracks await exploration by beginner and hard-core alike. Quiet Revolution Cycle Shop hires town and mountain bikes, has local track information and will straighten your wonky spokes.
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Anatoki Salmon Farm
Fish for salmon at the Anatoki Salmon Farm. The owners will clean and smoke your catch, so you can eat it on the spot. If you’re not up for DIY, you can also buy fresh or smoked fish.
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Golden Bay Museum
The Golden Bay Museum is a jumble of historical memorabilia. Stand-out exhibits include a diorama depicting Abel Tasman’s 1642 Golden Bay landing and some dubious human taxidermy.
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Top Shop
One of your best bets for a quick eat is Top Shop, a dairy, tearoom and takeaway at the entrance to town. High-rating pies.
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Telegraph Hotel
The Telegraph Hotel is an old-fashioned pub if you fancy a quiet lager or pub meal.
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Junction Hotel
The Junction Hotel is an old-fashioned pub if you fancy a quiet lager or pub meal.
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Escape Adventures
Escape Adventures offers bespoke guided tours and GPS-mapped track info.
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Te Waikoropupu Springs
Simply called ‘Pupu’, Te Waikoropupu Springs are the largest freshwater springs in NZ and reputedly the clearest in the world. About 14,000L of water per second surges from underground vents dotted around the Pupu Springs Scenic Reserve, including one with ‘dancing sands’ propelled upwards by water gushing from the ground. The water looks enticing, but swimming is a no-no. From Takaka, head 4km northwest on SH60, turn inland at Waitapu Bridge and follow Pupu Springs Rd for 3km. From the car park, a walkway (30 minutes return) leads to a slightly scruffy glassed viewing area.
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Southern Wilderness
Guided four- to five-day tramps on the Heaphy Track ($1495 to $1595) and day walks in Nelson Lakes National Parks ($220).
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Remote Adventures
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Paul’s Coffee Caravan
In the middle of town, tucked into the Library Carpark is Paul’s Coffee Caravan – no food, but the best brew in town.
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Kahurangi Guided Walks
Specialises in small-group tours including five-day walks along the Heaphy Track or Abel Tasman Coast Track ($1300), and day trips up the Cobb Valley ($140).
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Bush & Beyond
Offers various tramping trips including Mt Arthur or Cobb Valley day walks ($195) through to a guided five-nighter on the Heaphy Track ($1395).
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