The wild West Coast, with its rugged coastline, sandy beaches and pounding surf, offers a striking contrast to the gentle waters of Golden Bay.

Golden Bay is surrounded by the Kahurangi and Abel Tasman national parks with world-renowned walking tracks in lush native bush. These include the famous Heaphy Track and the Abel Tasman Coastal Walkway.

Other local attractions include 

Westhaven Inlet

Historic Collingwood with outdoor restaurants, pubs and cafés, shops, historical museum and more.

Many bush walks and gold mining sites up the Aorere River valley.

Craft trail of local artisans.

Horse trekking on beach and through native bush.