Riwaka Resurgence
Riwaka Resurgence
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Liz C
Cambridge, UK32 contributions
Jan 2020
I visited with my NZ family and was surprised at what a moving experience it was - although there were plenty of other folk about, it felt special and very peaceful. The water was sooooo very cold. We stopped off at several places on the way back down through the woods to paddle in the river. Definitely worth the short walk to see. Good carparking, picnic area and toilets.
Written 4 February 2020
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Phil
17 contributions
May 2022 • Friends
Nice cave dive, quite safe and a great experience to dive. Water temp is cold but the visibility is excellent and it's a very safe dive, no need to rope through the first section. Second section is an easy swim through opens up to a very large cave which is great to explore after gearing off.
Written 13 April 2023
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kiwitraveler92
Nelson-Tasman Region, New Zealand217 contributions
May 2021 • Friends
If you are heading over the Takaka Hill, definitely take the detour to the Riwaka Resurgence! As a local, we bring all our guests here and they think it’s great. It’s a short, mostly flat, easy walk through native bush with loads of spots to take photos. Although you couldn’t take a wheelchair or pram right to the end, you can get most of the way and see some great scenery still. This is a must stop if in the area.
Written 10 May 2021
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Pieter S
Nelson, New Zealand1,831 contributions
Nov 2019 • Couples
I love coming here is a very very special place. Is easy to get here from Motueka about 10 minutes drive. A great car park. It’s a lovely area to have a swim. it is very very cold to have a swim here I only lasted one second.This book 3 different places you can have a swim. And have a nice walk as well very easy.
Written 17 March 2020
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Duncan W
Wellington, New Zealand397 contributions
Feb 2021
It isn't widely advertised, but has a good car park and well maintained short track (about 300 metres) beside the beautiful crystal clear waters. The resurgence itself isn't as spectacular as a waterfall - more peaceful and looks extremely pure. Good for a short visit or a picnic.
Written 5 February 2021
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Jacqui P
Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand73 contributions
Apr 2018 • Family
Down a side road off the beginning of the takaka hill winds a gentle river; apple orchards on one side and lifestyle blocks on the other. At the end of the road is a large carpark and picnic area with a bush walk off to the side.
However a short walk into the bush reveals a primordial world. A crystal clear green pool with a moss covered waterfall. Walk a little further and you come to the source of the water; a deep, dark, mysterious pool of water flowing out from under the cliff.
We took teenagers so the serenity was immediately shattered but they were all impressed and had the weather been a bit warmer they would have stripped off and tested the water for themselves.
However a short walk into the bush reveals a primordial world. A crystal clear green pool with a moss covered waterfall. Walk a little further and you come to the source of the water; a deep, dark, mysterious pool of water flowing out from under the cliff.
We took teenagers so the serenity was immediately shattered but they were all impressed and had the weather been a bit warmer they would have stripped off and tested the water for themselves.
Written 17 April 2018
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Andrew M
Sydney, Australia68 contributions
Feb 2020
A great free experience in the local area. Beautiful native bush walk along a picturesque river that remarkable appears out of a deep pool. A good but cold swim and fun for the physically able rock hopping along the river.
Written 11 February 2020
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greytravellerSydney
Sydney, Australia32,333 contributions
Feb 2017 • Couples
The road to this place needs to be actioned from Motueka as turning right coming down from Takaka Hills is not recommended as it is a sharp turn coming down the hill. It is 6.5Klm from the main road along Riwaka Valley Road.Once there there is a car park at the entrance to the walk. The walk is a 20 min return trip with rock pools and running water along the way.At the end there is a staircase that goes right down to the rock pool where the water comes out from under the hill. All in all a lovely little walk and a possibility for a swim in the rock pools if you want. There are toilets on site at the car park so could change if required.
Written 21 February 2017
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Bill D
Auckland, New Zealand332 contributions
Jun 2021
Make certain you take a camera as the walk has great photo opportunities.
Good shoes are also a wise choice as you will want to scramble over the rocks
Good shoes are also a wise choice as you will want to scramble over the rocks
Written 20 June 2021
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JohnSB3
Wellington, New Zealand734 contributions
Dec 2020
This is where the Riwaka River originates in the hills west of Nelson. Access is off the road to Tahaka just before the hill climb. Follow the river bed for about 12 kms and park at the DoC run area at the end of the road (there’s a toilet there too) and walk about 5 minutes into the bush. Lovely stroll.
Written 1 January 2021
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