Takaka Hill Adventures

17/06/2026

First snow on the mountains and we are still climbing and enjoying sunny days on the via ferrata. Yep, that's fresh snow on Mt Snowdon in Kahurangi National Park. Climbing trips run all year round.

05/06/2026

Guided trips to climb the Takaka Hill via ferrata operate all year.

I was recently featured in a Stuff Travel article, sharing advice and insights from my role as Manager of Motueka isite Visitor Information Centre.

Working in regional tourism, I see every day how important local knowledge, visitor support, and genuine human connection still are. Whether it's helping someone plan an Abel Tasman adventure, solving unexpected travel problems, booking transport, or simply pointing visitors in the right direction, our team is here to make travel easier and more enjoyable.

I am proud to represent Motueka isite and the wider Nelson Tasman region, and to help showcase what makes our part of New Zealand so special.

A special thank you to Takaka Hill Adventures for the photo and for the incredible opportunity to experience climbing with such a passionate and professional team. It was an unforgettable experience and a fantastic reminder of the unique adventures available right here in our region. A particular thank you to Peter Garlick for his encouragement, expertise, and hospitality throughout the experience.

A big thank you as well to everyone who continues to support local visitor services and to the tourism operators who make this region such an incredible place to explore.

You can read the article here:
https://www.stuff.co.nz/travel/360985301/travel-insiders-advice-isite-manager-wants-every-traveller-know?fbclid=IwY2xjawSNk9NleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETF3M0FPMUk2MDlNckRRTERQc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHgIh1gmKRKALOr5ODw7mnWMoaTKWnAm6L_lWp6trU7Om6I-h27BpS3iTDGN0_aem_WElU9BG3crIdihNZO3MkJw

13/02/2026

My certificate has arrived, its official, I'm now a NZOIA qualified rock climbing instructor. Climb with me and feel safe and confident.

11/02/2026

Inflatable cow keeps Tākaka Hill tale alive

30/01/2026

Some adventures are better shared.

With a guide beside you, the gear is checked, the conditions are read, and the stories of Takaka Hill come alive along the way.

You get to stay present — and enjoy the climb.

👉 Book a guided via ferrata experience
🔗 takakahilladventures.nz

28/01/2026

We keep group sizes small so everyone feels supported.

No rushing. No comparison. No pressure to push past your comfort zone.

👉 Limited spaces available — reserve your climb today.

🔗 takakahilladventures.nz

26/01/2026

Free access gives you the route.

A guided tour gives you confidence, local knowledge, safety systems, and someone who’s done this many times before.

That’s the difference.

Climb with a local guide. Book your tour via the link 🔗 takakahilladventures.nz

22/01/2026

You don’t need experience.
You don’t need confidence.
You don’t need to prove anything.

You just need to arrive — and we’ll guide you from there.

That’s what a guided Via Ferrata experience is really about.

👉 Climb with confidence on Takaka Hill
🔗 takakahilladventures.nz

20/01/2026

Three things tourists don’t usually realise about this climb — until they’re halfway up:

• The weather can change fast
• Fatigue sneaks up on you
• Confidence dips are normal

That’s why guided matters.

We manage the conditions, adjust the pace, choose the right route, and support you through the moments where people usually start doubting themselves.

No fear.
Just experience, reassurance, and local knowledge.

👉 Learn more about guided Via Ferrata climbing
🔗 takakahilladventures.nz

16/01/2026

Our tours aren’t built for adrenaline junkies — they already know where to go.

They’re built for travellers, couples, families, and first-timers who want confidence, care, and a great story to take home.

If you want certainty, safety, and someone who knows the land — this is for you.

👉 Book your guided experience
🔗 takakahilladventures.nz