Akaroa
Akaroa (Long Harbour) was the site of the country’s first French settlement and descendants...
Read moreNelson Tasman is the geographic centre of New Zealand, covering the North West area of the top of the South Island. Flight time are just 25 mins to Wellington, 85 mins to Auckland and 50 mins to Christchurch, making it easy to be connected to the rest of New Zealand and the world.
Townships, Geography and Natural Assets
At the heart of the region is Nelson City, the largest city and commercial centre across the top of the South, complemented by variety of vibrant towns and rural settlements such as Motueka, Takaka, and Mapua.
The natural assets of the region are remarkable with a combination of alpine and coastal landscapes incorporating three highly-accessible national parks (Abel Tasman, Kahurangi and Nelson Lakes), all within 90 minutes of the city.
Arts and Artisans
There is so much to explore creatively in Nelson, it is well worth stopping in at the Nelson i-Site to pick up an Art Trail guide and individual artist information for those with home galleries.
Savour and Devour the Region
Take the 45 minute drive from Nelson through Motueka and on to Riwaka and you will drive by some of the most fertile countryside in New Zealand.
Explore a National Park
Two of New Zealand’s ten Great Walks are located in the Nelson Tasman Region.
The Heaphy Track can be hiked and MTB at certain times of the year and the iconic Abel Tasman National Park – explore the Abel Tasman by foot, kayak, cruise or sail.
Active Relaxers
MTB
Cycle Trails
Akaroa (Long Harbour) was the site of the country’s first French settlement and descendants...
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