Enjoy a night out in Golden Bay without worrying about how to get home. Whether you're meeting friends at a local bar, attending a live music event, or having dinner and drinks, Golden Bay Rides is here to get you home safely.

Enjoy your night, and leave the driving to us!

Operating Hours: Weekdays: Service available until 10:30 PM. For later pickups, please book in advance.

Weekends: Service available until 1:00 AM. After 1:00 AM, extra charges may apply.

Book your ride in advance or call us when you’re ready to go we’ll make sure you get home.

Make transportation one less thing to worry about on your big day. Golden Bay Rides offers stress-free, reliable shuttle services for weddings, parties, and special events, ensuring that your guests arrive safely, on time.

Group transport for weddings, parties, and celebrations.

Flexible pickup and drop-off locations – from venues to motels, air bnbs or home.

No need to worry about designated drivers – let everyone enjoy the event.

Whether it’s an intimate gathering or a large-scale celebration, we’ll handle the transport so you can focus on making memories. Book ahead to secure your event shuttle today!

Explore Golden Bay’s stunning trails without the hassle of organizing transport. Whether you're setting off on a multi-day trek or a scenic day walk, Golden Bay Rides offers convenient drop-offs and pickups—when other shuttle times don’t suit—so you can focus on the adventure.

Hiking Shuttles – We’ll drop you at the start of the local tracks such as Rameka, Totoranui, Heaphy tracks.

Please note: we offer this service only if shuttle times from other providers do not align with your plans or are not offered by them.

Start your adventure without worrying about logistics—book your flexible hiking shuttle today!

Had a few drinks? Too tired to drive? Need your car home for the morning? Golden Bay Rides offers a safe, reliable, and convenient service to ensure both you and your car get home at the end of the night—so there’s no hassle the next day.

How It Works:

A fully licensed driver will meet you, drive you and your car, and make sure you arrive home safely.

No need to leave your car behind overnight—it’ll be right where you need it in the morning.

Available by pre-booking, and some times on demand.

Whether you’re out for drinks, at an event, or just need someone else to take the wheel, we’ll make sure you wake up with your car home and ready to go.

Whether you're planning a special event, group outing, or private trip, Golden Bay Rides offers customized shuttle services to suit your needs. To ensure we have enough transport available, booking in advance is essential, especially during peak times and major events.

Who Is This Service For?

Private Sightseeing & Custom Tours – Explore Golden Bay, Abel Tasman, and beyond at your own pace with a personal driver.

Corporate & Work Functions – Reliable shuttle services for team events and company functions.

Festival & Event Transport – Avoid parking stress and travel together with group shuttles.

COMING SOON — Ride the legendary Rameka Track.

We offer a shuttle service for mountain bikers heading to the start of the iconic Rameka Track at Canaan Downs Scenic Reserve.

Skip the uphill slog — we’ll transport you and your bike from Tākaka to the trailhead. We can also arrange a pick-up from the bottom.

🚐 What’s Included:

Transport for riders and bikes from Tākaka to Canaan Downs

Optional pick-up from the bottom of the Rameka Track (Tākaka end)

Pricing: To Canaan: 1-2 People min $80, 3 or more $30 per person.

Bottom pick-up: from $15 per rider
Bookings essential.