Golden Bay Air Travel & Transport
Scheduled flights Takaka, Wellington, Karamea and Nelson.
Connecting shuttles to the Heaphy Track and Abel Tasman National Park.
Golden Bay Air Scheduled Flights
Golden Bay Air operates year-round scheduled flights between Wellington, Karamea, Nelson and Takaka in Golden Bay – a hidden corner of New Zealand, rich in history, the arts and extraordinary natural beauty. View flight schedule and fares.
Heaphy Track Transport for Walkers & Mountain Bikers
Make your Heaphy Track transport part of the adventure with Golden Bay Air’s Heaphy Track flights and shuttles!
Our scheduled Heaphy Track flights run daily from Wellington, Takaka, Nelson and Karamea, with connecting shuttles to both the Brown Hut (Golden Bay) and Kohaihai (Karamea) ends of the track. This allows you to book your transport to walk or bike the track in either direction.
You can also break your journey at any point—for example to overnight in Takaka and/or Karamea.
Abel Tasman Transport and Packages
Golden Bay Air specialises in flight and shuttle bus transport and tour packages from Nelson, Wellington and Takaka to both the northern and southern gateways of Abel Tasman National Park. We offer:
- Complete end to end Abel Tasman Transport solutions for walkers and visitors from Wellington and Nelson
- Daily shuttle bus transfers between Nelson, Marahau/ Kaiteriteri, Wainui Bay or Totaranui
- One day Fly Golden Bay and Cruise Abel Tasman Experiences perfect for those with limited time who still want to see it all!
With Golden Bay Air you will enjoy spectacular views of the azure waters and tree-fringed golden sand beaches of this world renowned natural playground.
Tasman Scenic Flights
Elevate your senses! Take a Golden Bay Air scenic flight from Takaka, Motueka or Nelson Airport. From the golden beaches of the Abel Tasman and the mighty peaks of Kahurangi to the extraordinary landscapes of the Wharariki sea arches and Farewell Spit, you are spoiled for choice.
Every passenger is seated in a comfortable window seat offering outstanding photo opportunities. Our two-way headsets allow you to listen to the pilot’s informative commentary and talk to fellow passengers and the pilot.
New Zealand Charter Flights
Golden Bay Air offers small group charter flights anywhere in New Zealand.
Our air charters are centrally based in the Nelson region—perfect for flights to destinations in both the North and South Island.
Contact Golden Bay Air for:
- Corporate air charter
- Charter flights for special events such as sports, weddings, funerals and conferences
- Private air tours for travellers around New Zealand—on and off the beaten track
- Air freight including frozen goods, urgent air courier and coffin transport
Our aircraft feature:
- Headsets with intercom for all passengers
- Satellite tracking
- Large windows
- Removable seats for transport of freight or large items
