Pakawau is a kitesurf spot located in Golden Bay, Tasman region, on the South Island of New Zealand. This small coastal village is on the road leading to Farewell Spit and benefits from the regular winds of Golden Bay. The beach offers easy water access. The prevailing winds come from the northwest and west. The spot is suitable for beginner to intermediate kitesurfers in the sheltered waters of the bay. The setting is quiet and uncrowded. It is a convenient alternative to Farewell Spit without the long access walk.