Getting to Māpua Wharf

The vibrant Māpua Wharf is an easy 30 minute drive from Nelson along the Coastal Highway, or a short 15 minute drive from Motueka.

From Nelson and Richmond

Driving from Nelson follow State Highway 6 along the Estuary and through Richmond until you reach the roundabout to turn right onto State Highway 60, The Coastal Highway.     Follow the Coastal Highway for 15 minutes and turn right at the sign for Māpua.    Turn right again at the sign for Māpua and follow this road to the end to reach the Māpua Wharf.

From Motueka

Travel along State Highway 60 crossing the estuary then leave the highway at the first left hand turn which is signposted Tasman.   Take the scenic old coastal highway route which leads along the coast and through the coastal settlement of Ruby Bay.   Leave the highway at the left hand turn signposted Māpua and follow this road to the end to reach the Māpua Wharf.