Takaka Travel Guide
New Zealand
Takaka is a small New Zealand town with a population of 1,223. Travellers arriving by air use Takaka Airport (KTF), the airport serving the town.
The nearby coastline has several beaches within 40 kilometres. Pōhara Beach is 7.3 kilometres away, Tata Beach is 10.5 kilometres away and Totaranui Beach is 17.5 kilometres away, with further options including Wharariki Beach at 39.9 kilometres.
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Population
Know before you go
Pays in NZD
Plug type Type I (UK adapter needed)
Emergency 111
Dial code +64
Tipping: Tipping is not customary in New Zealand, and service staff are generally paid a living wage. It is not expected, but a small gesture for exceptional service is always appreciated.
Best time to visit Takaka
Jan
22°14Feb
22°11Mar
21°10Apr
18°14May
16°12Jun
14°13Jul
13°12Aug
13°11Sep
15°15Oct
17°17Nov
19°14Dec
22°14Average daily maximums with rainy days per month, from the last three years of weather history.
Beaches near Takaka
Pōhara Beach
7.3 km away
Tata Beach
10.5 km away
Totaranui Beach
17.5 km away
Observation Beach
24.8 km away
Kaiteriteri Beach
27.7 km away
Kaihoka Beach
37.9 km away
Wharariki Beach
39.9 km away
Things to do in Takaka
Takaka River
historic site
3.7 km
Pupu Springs
national park
2.6 km
Golden Bay Museum
museum
1 km
Village Theatre
movie theater
1.2 km
Rec Park Centre
park
2.6 km
Monza Gallery
art gallery
1.2 km
The art vault Takaka
art gallery
1.1 km
Paper Scissors Rock
art gallery
1.1 km
Getting there
Takaka Airport · 4.5 km
Frequently asked Questions
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