Driving Route : Rotorua - Christchurch - Invercargill

Day 7 : Nelson to Murchison

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Route Summary

Travel time is approximate only, based on an average driving speed under normal road conditions.

	Travel time	Km	(Miles)
Nelson - Murchison	1 hr	88	55
Totals for Day	1 hr	88	55

Nelson - Murchison

88 km (55 miles)
Approximately 1 hour
Road Conditions: State Highway/Arterial

The city of Nelson is home to a fascinating community of beach, bush and art lovers. From here you can organise yourself an eco-adventure or become immersed in the local creative culture.

The shortest route to the Nelson Lakes National Park begins on State Highway 6. After Richmond, a lively community at the head of beautiful Tasman Bay, a string of settlements leads you to Belgrove, where you'll turn left towards St Arnaud. Enjoy a mixture of forest, farmland and hill country until you reach Lake Rotoiti.

The alpine village of St Arnaud sits on the edge of the lake against a stunning backdrop of mountains. It's the perfect base for exploring the Nelson Lakes National Park, New Zealand's second-largest national park.

There are magnificent hiking trails—short and long. Local adventure operators offer you a choice of kayaking, river rafting, mountain biking, horse trekking and 4WD motorbiking.

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Nelson:
Accommodation, Attractions and Activities, Tours, Transport, Visitor Information

Murchison, Nelson:
Accommodation, Attractions and Activities

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