Marahau

Marahau
Marahau
Marahau's location within New Zealand
Coordinates: 41°0′28″S 173°00′32″E / 41.00778°S 173.00889°E / -41.00778; 173.00889Coordinates: 41°0′28″S 173°00′32″E / 41.00778°S 173.00889°E / -41.00778; 173.00889
Population (2009 [1])
  Total 500
Time zone UTC+12 (NZST)
  Summer (DST) UTC+13 (NZDT)
Area code 03

Marahau (Maori: "Mārahau") is a very small settlement in the Tasman Region of the South Island of New Zealand, approximately 19 kilometres (12 mi) north of Motueka. Its location on Tasman Bay and at the southern entrance of Abel Tasman National Park makes it a popular holiday destination for those keen on outdoor activities. People access the Abel Tasman from Marahau by tramping, kayaking and water taxi.[2] In Marahau itself, the beach offers sheltered and safe swimming, and horse trekking is popular throughout the busy summer season.[3]

Kayaks on Marahau Beach

References

  1. "Nelson - Towns - Marahau". New Zealand Tourism Board. Retrieved 21 December 2010.
  2. "Marahau Travel Guide". Jasons Travel Media.
  3. http://www.lonelyplanet.com/new-zealand/marlborough-and-nelson/marahau


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