Waikawa, Marlborough
Waikawa | |
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Waikawa Bay and marina | |
| Coordinates: 41°16′11″S 174°2′29″E / 41.26972°S 174.04139°E | |
| Country | New Zealand |
| Region | Marlborough |
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| Electorates | |
| Government | |
| • Territorial Authority | Marlborough District Council |
| • Marlborough District Mayor | Nadine Taylor |
| • Kaikōura MP | Stuart Smith |
| • Te Tai Tonga MP | Tākuta Ferris |
| Area | |
• Total | 4.32 km2 (1.67 sq mi) |
| Population (June 2024) | |
• Total | 1,720 |
| • Density | 400/km2 (1,000/sq mi) |
Waikawa is a small settlement to the north east of Picton, Marlborough, New Zealand. Waikawa Bay opens onto Queen Charlotte Sound.
The New Zealand Ministry for Culture and Heritage gives a translation of "bitter water" for Waikawa.
Waikawa is an important New Zealand tourist destination because its large marina acts as gateway to the Marlborough Sounds and famous treks (hikes) such as the Queen Charlotte Track.
Waikawa is host to Waikawa Marina which is one of the largest marinas in New Zealand. Waikawa Marina hosts 600 yacht berths and 70 individual lock-up boatsheds. The marina offers a typical range of modern on-site marine services, supplies, and facilities. These facilities include a café/bar and accommodation.
