Nelson Region

Nelson Region Kayaking

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South Island

Nelson and Tasman

At the top of the South Island you're find the Nelson Tasman region. For sure she's a real gem! Imagine a place where you can start your day on a pristine beach, then head to the mountain tops for an afternoon adventure. Along the way you'll soak up some local art and culture.

It's the perfect spot for anyone looking to have a bit of everything, from outdoor fun to artsy vibes. You've gotta see it to believe it!

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Time: 1 hr 20 min

Follow a creek over picturesque farmland to reach the lake surrounded by dramatic cliffs.

Distance: 4.0km

Waterfall on Falls River

Falls River Track

Abel Tasman Coast Track

7 km return | 3 hours return

Get closer to the Abel Tasman

Alpine gardens extend from the treeline to Mt Arthur's peak.

18.4 km return | 6 hours 30 minutes return

A variety of bike trails in a great location

Time: 2 hr return

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The monument at the top

50 minutes return | 2.4 km return

Time: 5 hr return

Sunny Tasman Bay from the Cable Bay Walkway

Approx 11 km one-way | 3 hours 30 minutes one-way

Time: 1- 1.5 hr return

Lake Peel Walk

Kahurangi National Park

Time: 5 hrs Return. Distance 9km.

Rotoroa Nature Walk

Lake Rotoroa, Nelson Lakes National Park

Time: 25 min loop track