Park & nature
Anakiwa
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Anakiwa is a peaceful coastal village on the Queen Charlotte Sound, famous as the southern terminus of the Queen Charlotte Track. Visitors enjoy swimming, kayaking, and picnicking at the sheltered beach. The area is also a base for water sports and wildlife cruises. With its calm waters and lush bush surroundings, Anakiwa offers a quintessential Marlborough Sounds experience, perfect for hikers and nature lovers.
Don't miss
- Walk a section of the Queen Charlotte Track from Anakiwa
- Kayak or paddleboard in the calm waters of Anakiwa Bay
- Visit the nearby Anakiwa Scenic Reserve for native forest walks
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Anakiwa
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way inInterIslander Ferry - Wellington to Picton4★ · 428 travelers~4 hoursFree cancellationFrom$61 per personSee dates →
Most bookedCoastal Pacific Train Journey from Picton to Christchurch4.5★ · 361 travelers~6 hoursFrom$141 per personSee dates →
Private & flexiblePicton & Blenheim Scenic Tour4.9★ · 12 travelers~4 hoursFree cancellationFrom$77 per personSee dates →More attractions in Picton