Golden Bay Air

Golden Bay Air operates year-round scheduled flights between Wellington and Takaka in Golden Bay—a hidden corner of New Zealand, rich in history, the arts and natural beauty. The comfortable 50 minute flight affords stunning views of Wellington city and coastline, the beautiful Marlborough Sounds and the inviting golden sands of Abel Tasman National Park.

Take a Golden Bay Air scenic flight from Takaka Airport. From the golden beaches of the Abel Tasman and the mighty peaks of Kahurangi to the extraordinary landscapes of Cape Farewell, you are spoiled for choice.

Golden Bay Air Heaphy Track flights and ground transport make getting to and from the Heaphy Track and Karamea easy.

Avoid the crowds—visit stunning Abel Tasman National Park from Golden Bay. Fly from Wellington to Takaka at the northern, uncrowded end of the park. You can start the track at Wainui Bay or at Pohara with Abel Tasman Sea Shuttle or from Tata with Golden Bay Kayaks.