Things to Do

“The best adventures often begin with a single step outside of the comfort zone.”

Your options are endless. Motueka has such diverse activities, whether you are looking for some extreme action, leisure pursuits or taking in an art walk. It's all here.

Wilsons Abel Tasman National Park

Cruise, kayak, walk, relax. Expert Guides, Boat Hosts and Lodge Hosts help you design each day to be as relaxing or adventurous as you wish. Book online or call our friendly Reservations Team. abeltasman.co.nz 03 528 2027 info@abeltasman.co.nz 409 High Street, Motueka

Tasman's Great Taste Trail

This easy cycling trail takes a leisurely tour of Tasman's most beautiful coastal and inland areas.
heartofbiking.org.nz03 528 6543 (isite)admin@heartofbiking.org.nz 20 Wallace Street, Motueka

Skydive Abel Tasman

Freefalling at the Heart of New Zealand. Amaze yourself with a skydive over New Zealand's most epic scenery skydive.co.nz 0800 422 899 tandem@skydive.co.nz 16 College Street, Motueka

Abel Tasman Canyons

Canyoning is the ultimate fusion of pristine New Zealand river gorges and pure adrenaline Wearing a wetsuit, a climbing harness and a helmet, we JUMP into crystal clear pools, SLIDE down water polished chutes, ABSEIL besides or even through showering waterfalls, and soar over giant boulders and waterfalls attached to a ZIPLINE.
abeltasmancanyons.co.nz03 528 9800info@abeltasmancanyons.co.nz 76 Greenwood Street, Motueka

Riwaka River Estate

When you visit Riwaka River Estate, we focus on a complete experience. Capable of handling groups of up to 50 people, our welcoming cellar door is open for tastings and purchases, so pop in, sit back and relax with a tasting of Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, or Pinot Noir in the tranquility of our surroundings and let the world slowly drift by… vineyard tours by appointment.
riwakariverestate.com021 277 2553sayhello@riwakariverestate.com 60 Takaka Hill Highway, Riwaka, Motueka

Motueka Golf Club

The friendliest golf club in the top of the South Island. We welcome golfers of all abilities to come and enjoy our stunning and extremely well kept course. motuekagolf.co.nz 03 528 8998 admin@motuekagolf.co.nz 50 Harbour Road, Motueka

The Gecko Theatre

The Gecko Theatre is Motueka’s digital lounge cinema since 2003. It is also the only boutique cinema in the whole Nelson/Tasman region, and is locally owned and operated. flicks.co.nz/gecko 03 528 9996 gecko.theatre@xtra.co.nz 23B Wallace Street, Motueka

Waka Abel Tasman

Our trips run from Kaiteriteri, the gateway to the Abel Tasman National Park. We begin and end all our trips with a blessing (karakia) for protection. You will learn the etiquette (tikanga) associated with waka before becoming familiar with the boat and embarking on our journey (haerenga ). wakaabeltasman.nz 0800 925 228 kiaora@wakaabeltasman.nz Kaiteriteri-Sandy Bay Road, Kaiteriteri, Motueka

The Rock Fella

Come on in and create your own special piece, with our comprehensive work shop you can take an ordinary piece of rock and turn it into something extraordinary. From concept to your final piece we will work beside you through every step of the process, show you how to use the equipment and assist when needed. Also great for kids in the school holidays! https://www.rockfella.nz/ 022 137 4574 therockfella@gmail.com 9/400 High Street, Motueka

R&R Kayaks

Rets and Ro welcome you to the breath taking Abel Tasman National Park – the place we call home. We are a small family owned sea kayak company with many years of industry experience in kayak tours and rentals, and extensive local knowledge (we are born and bred locals). rrkayaks.co.nz 03 527 8197 info@rrkayaks.co.nz 279 Sandy Bay-Marahau Road

Abel Tasman Sea Shuttles

Escape the ordinary with Abel Tasman Sea Shuttles scenic cruises and water taxis.Our fares and tours offer superb experiences while traveling on purpose-built catamaran water taxis with comfortable seating, excellent viewing areas, toilets and easy walk on-off access. abeltasmanseashuttles.co.nz 03 527 8688 cruise@abeltasmanseashuttles.co.nz 2 Kaiteriteri-Sandy Bay Road, Kaiteriteri

Motueka Recreation Centre

The Motueka Recreation Centre is a community owned (Tasman District Council) sport and recreation centre that has been managed by Sport Tasman since 1999.The Centre has a 24hr / 7 day gym, roller skating rink, indoor sports stadium, commercial kitchen, martial art dojos and outdoor netball courts. motuekareccentre.nz 03 528 8228 mrc@sporttasman.org.nz Old Whard Road, Motueka

State Cinema

Our spacious, air-conditioned auditorium has 97 comfortable seats, tiered for unobstructed viewing, and a superb seven-speaker sound system (DTS, DOLBY ) giving the best reproduction of any cinema in the top of the south. A full JBL Theatre System. statecinemamotueka.co.nz 03 528 8648 info@statecinemamotueka.co.nz Old Wharf Road, Motueka

Motueka Skate Park

Motueka Skatepark is a popular destination for skateboarders located in the town of Motueka on the South Island of New Zealand. The skatepark is situated at 40 Old Wharf Road and is open to the public. The skatepark offers a range of features for skaters of all skill levels including ramps, bowls, and rails. motueka-skatepark 40 Old Wharf Road, Motueka

Motueka Public Library

Opened in March 2022, Te Noninga Kumu – Motueka Public Library creates a new learning and cultural hub for the Motueka community. Offering not just reading material, but workshops, children's area, computer suit and conference rooms. tasmanlibraries.govt.nz/motueka-public-library 03 528 1047 libraryinfoservices@tasman.govt.nz 32 Wallace Street, Motueka