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Atawhai

Nelson Region, New Zealand · Oceania

About Atawhai

Atawhai is worth a stop: 10 minutes from Nelson, 44km from Takaka Hill Road.

Atawhai is a town located in Nelson Region, New Zealand. With a population of 2,890, it is an important destination in Oceania.

On a road trip, Atawhai sits in New Zealand, where you drive on the left. It's in the Pacific/Auckland time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Atawhai to your route.

About Atawhai

Atawhai is a suburb of Nelson, on the South Island of New Zealand. It lies north of Nelson and is the location of Wakapuaka Cemetery, a burial place since 1861. It also has a coastline on Nelson Haven and access to Boulder Bank via State Highway 6.

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Where is Atawhai located?

Atawhai is located in Nelson Region, New Zealand, Oceania. The coordinates are -41.2333 latitude, 173.3167 longitude.

What is the population of Atawhai?

Atawhai has a population of approximately 2,890 people, making it a town in New Zealand.

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Quick Information

Population
2,890
Continent
Oceania
Country
New Zealand
Region
Nelson Region
Timezone
Pacific/Auckland
Coordinates
-41.2333, 173.3167

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in New Zealand

Police
111
Ambulance
111
Fire
111
Non-emergency police
105
Driving side
left

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Worth the detour from Atawhai

4 notable places within an hour's drive.

museum

National Transport & Toy Museum

Eclectic collection of vintage vehicles and motoring memorabilia in New Zealand's sunny Nelson region.

9 km · about 15 min drive

famous road

Takaka Hill Road

New Zealand's most winding main highway climbs a marble mountain to reach Golden Bay on the South Island's northern tip.

44 km · about 50 min drive

national park

Abel Tasman National Park

Golden sand beaches, turquoise bays, and lush coastal forest on New Zealand's South Island.

46 km · about 55 min drive

coastal drive

Queen Charlotte Drive

Winding 35 km sealed road between Picton and Havelock hugging the Marlborough Sounds, with numerous bays and lookout pull-offs.

52 km · about 60 min drive

Driving roads near Atawhai

  • 44 kmTakaka Hill RoadNew Zealand's most winding main highway climbs a marble mountain to reach Golden Bay on the South Island's northern tip.
  • 52 kmQueen Charlotte DriveWinding 35 km sealed road between Picton and Havelock hugging the Marlborough Sounds, with numerous bays and lookout pull-offs.

Nearby Destinations

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8 km awayPop. 2,970

Enner Glynn

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10 km awayPop. 3,110

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