Nelson Attractions and Activities
Nelson is a beautiful city in the stunning Nelson region known for its pristine coastlines and warm golden beaches. Nelson Attractions and Activities offer a great range of adventurous outdoor activities including, scenic cruises, art attractions, canoeing & kayaking, horse riding, scenic flights, canyoning and much more. Sheltered by mountain ranges, Nelson enjoys year round high sunshine hours. Besides its breath-taking scenery and coasts, Nelson is known for its thriving local arts and crafts and hosts several related festivals. more
Nelson attractions and activities cater to a wide variety of tastes, groups and ages – and most centre on exploring the great outdoors. Nelson is within easy distance to three national parks and two of New Zealand’s Great Walks including the Abel Tasman Coast Track (New Zealand’s most popular track) and the Heaphy Track (New Zealand’s longest track). Book your Nelson attraction or activity and explore fabulous region that is one of the warmest, sunniest and most pristine on the Island.
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ABEL TASMAN CANYONS – Motueka, Nelson
ABEL TASMAN CANYONS – Motueka, Nelson
Mobile-friendly – Sliding down water polished chutes, jumping into crystal clear pools, abseiling through showering waterfalls, and flying down ziplines. Abel Tasman Canyons provides exciting and action-packed guided canyoning trips in the Abel Tasman National Park, the Kahurangi National Park and Mt Richmond Forest Park. Canyoning: the best adventure to get roped into.
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- +64 3 528 9800
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- 0800 863 472 (Free call – only within NZ)
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- 76 Greenwood St, Motueka 7120, New Zealand Make an Enquiry
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ABEL TASMAN CHARTERS – Abel Tasman National Park
ABEL TASMAN CHARTERS – Abel Tasman National Park
Mobile-friendly – The best Abel Tasman Day Trip. Join our small group cruise exploring the Abel Tasman National Park’s coastline (maximum 11 passengers). A one day scenic-cruise, kayaking, swimming and bush-walk adventure including a visit to the Tonga Marine Reserve. Our comfortable charter boats and friendly, knowledgeable skippers ensure a relaxed and unhurried day. Delicious platter-style lunch, snacks and refreshments included.
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- +64 27 441 8588
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- 0800 223 522 (Free call – only within NZ)
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- Stephens Bay, Motueka, Nelson, New Zealand
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ABEL TASMAN ECO TOURS – Motueka
ABEL TASMAN ECO TOURS – Motueka
Mobile-friendly – Personalized boat tours, guided walks. Local van tours, exploring the treasures of the Abel Tasman, learn ecology, history, in a relaxed atmosphere with expert guides. Our Golden Future boat tour explores the Abel Tasman Coastline. Promised Land walking tour takes you to the remote inland part of the track. Treasures van tour combines short walks, beaches, rivers, even a cave.
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- +64 3 391 0010
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- 0800 223 538 (Free call – only within NZ)
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- 455 High Street, Motueka, New Zealand
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ABEL TASMAN HORSE TREKKING – Marahau Beach
ABEL TASMAN HORSE TREKKING – Marahau Beach
Mobile-friendly – At Abel Tasman Horse Trekking we provide quality trekking experiences on the doorstep of the famous Abel Tasman National Park. For ages 12 and over we offer two-hour guided rides on Marahau Beach, including a lesson in our sandy arena. For younger children we offer half-hour paddock rides. Quality gear, experienced, first-aid trained guides and friendly horses. 85kg rider weight-limit.
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- +64 3 527 8232
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- 303-305 Sandy Bay-Marahau Rd, Marahau, Nelson, New Zealand
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ABEL TASMAN KAITERITERI KAYAKS – Abel Tasman National Park
ABEL TASMAN KAITERITERI KAYAKS – Abel Tasman National Park
Mobile-friendly – Kaiteriteri Kayaks, the only kayak operator to operate from Kaiteriteri Beach. Come and enjoy our blend of good times, great people, personality-plus guides and interactive trips! So go for big day out, big lunch, lots of laughs join a trip with Kaiteriteri Kayak—great little kayak trips. Operating sea kayaking tours in the Abel Tasman National Park for nearly 20 years.
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- +64 3 527 8383
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- 0800 252 925 (Free call – only within NZ)
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- Kaiteriteri Beach, Kaiteriteri, New Zealand
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ABEL TASMAN SAILING ADVENTURES – Nelson
ABEL TASMAN SAILING ADVENTURES – Nelson
Mobile-friendly – Day sailing tours aboard fast comfortable catamarans. The most peaceful and relaxing way to see the Abel Tasman—New Zealand’s best sailing location and close to Nelson. With half-day, full-day, and multi-day options, we’ll make the most of your time. Private charters for specialised tours available for groups up to 40.
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- +64 3 527 8375
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- 0800 467 245 (Free call – only within NZ)
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- Sandy Bay, Marahau Rd, Marahau RD 2, Motueka, New Zealand
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ABEL TASMAN SEA SHUTTLES – Abel Tasman National Park
ABEL TASMAN SEA SHUTTLES – Abel Tasman National Park
Mobile-friendly – Come to the stunning Abel Tasman National Park in comfort and safety with experienced skippers from Abel Tasman Sea Shuttles. Seven-days-a-week service. All trips offer viewing stops and commentaries about the unique Abel Tasman National Park features. See wildlife, golden sandy beaches, crystal clear waters, lush native bush and rivers. Abel Tasman National Park Scenic Cruises and Water Taxis.
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- +64 3 527 8688
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- 0800 732 748 (Free call – only within NZ)
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- Kaiteriteri Beach, Kaiteriteri, Motueka, Nelson, New Zealand
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ANATOKI SALMON FISHING & CAFE – Takaka, Nelson
ANATOKI SALMON FISHING & CAFE – Takaka, Nelson
Mobile-friendly – You’ll find a unique freshwater fishing activity in Golden Bay just 100km from Nelson. Situated on the banks of the Anatoki River between Kahurangi and Abel Tasman National Park, you can relax and catch your very own premium Chinook salmon. Have it hot smoked ready to eat in our cafe, or take away fresh for the BBQ. Open 7 days.
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- +64 3 525 7251
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- 0800 262 865 (Free call – only within NZ)
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- 230 McCallum Rd, Takaka, Golden Bay, New Zealand
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CABLE BAY ADVENTURE PARK – Cable Bay, Nelson
CABLE BAY ADVENTURE PARK – Cable Bay, Nelson
Mobile-friendly – Enjoy a guided, quad bike adventure, ride the unique Skywire flying-fox while experiencing spectacular native forest and surrounding views. Just 15 minutes from Nelson city. Open every day except Christmas day. Paintball games, ‘Argo’ fun-rides and our licensed café is open daily. Mountain Biking, E- Bikes and hiking, picnic areas and more. Fun for all the family.
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- +64 3 545 0304
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- 0800 157 300 (Free call – only within NZ)
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- 194 Cable Bay Road, Hira, Nelson, New Zealand
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CABLE BAY KAYAKS – Cable Bay, Nelson
CABLE BAY KAYAKS – Cable Bay, Nelson
Cable Bay Kayaks offers guided kayak tours that immerse you into the beautiful local scenery of Cable Bay, just 20 minutes from Nelson. Find yourself following experienced local kayaking guides across clear water enriched with marine life. For your safety, Cable Bay Kayaks use modern kayaks and meet all industry safety standards. Only kayak operator on these beautiful Nelson waters.
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- +61 3 391 0010
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- Cable Bay, Nelson
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CAPE FAREWELL HORSE TREKS – Golden Bay, Nelson
CAPE FAREWELL HORSE TREKS – Golden Bay, Nelson
Mobile-friendly – Our horse treks range from 1.5 hours, to over-nighters, to seven days plus! All our horse treks offer stunning views over farmland and beach, including river crossings, caves and the option of a gallop along the white sand beaches for horse lovers. We are open for horse treks most days.
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- +64 3 524 8031
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- 36 McGowan Street, Puponga, Collingwood, Nelson, New Zealand
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CHEEKY KEA TOURS – South Island
CHEEKY KEA TOURS – South Island
We have an adventure package to suit EVERYONE! Touring isn’t just a job for us, it’s a lifestyle! We are local, we are fun and we love adventure, so who better to guide you on your epic South Island adventure tour than us!?
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- +64 22 608 8318
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- Christchurch, New Zealand
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CITYWALKS WORLD APP – New Zealand
CITYWALKS WORLD APP – New Zealand
Mobile-friendly – Citywalks World is an innovative self-guided walking audio tour servicing locations all around the world. Available for download directly from the Citywalks World website, these tours give you the flexibility to begin whenever you like and take as long as you want. Listen to the fun, fact-filled and entertaining tours both online or offline. Your Tour. Your Way.
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- +64 27 497 5337
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CYCLE JOURNEYS Great Taste Trail – Nelson
CYCLE JOURNEYS Great Taste Trail – Nelson
Mobile-friendly – Our Great Taste Trail loop allows you to experience the extraordinary diversity of what this stunning region has to offer, all while sampling the local produce and warm hospitality. Cycle Journeys is your local tour operator supporting you with a one-step service, so you can create memories without the worries.
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- +64 3 377 2060
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- 0800 224 475 (Free call – only within NZ)
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- 3 Benmore Place, Twizel, New Zealand
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FAREWELL SPIT & PUPONGA FARM PARK TRACKS – Golden Bay, Nelson
FAREWELL SPIT & PUPONGA FARM PARK TRACKS – Golden Bay, Nelson
Choose from shorter or longer walks across farmland, and discover a lighthouse and spectacular views of the rugged coastline. From the Wharariki car park, follow a vehicle track west to Green Hills Stream and beyond. Superb farmland, lakes, cliffs and wind-carved moorlands are features of this area. Mountain biking is allowed on this track.
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FIND MY ADVENTURE – NZ WALKING ACCESS COMMISSION
FIND MY ADVENTURE – NZ WALKING ACCESS COMMISSION
Mobile-friendly – Choose from hundreds of tracks and trails across New Zealand to walk, cycle, horse ride or more! Maps, photos, descriptions and all the information you need to find your next adventure, wherever you are. The NZ Walking Access Commission is the government’s expert agency on public access to the outdoors.
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- +64 4 815 8502
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- Level 15, Majestic Centre, 100 Willis St, Wellington, New Zealand
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FIRST LIGHT TRAVEL – New Zealand Wide
FIRST LIGHT TRAVEL – New Zealand Wide
Mobile-friendly – An extraordinary selection of unique small group tours. Premier experiences using the most qualified people, personalities, locations and knowledge. Our trips range from guided adventure and dive tours through to educational tours with marine mammals. We are constantly striving to build greater ecological awareness of the highly sensitive and vulnerable nature of the environment.
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- +64 9 281 4481
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- Level 2, 69-71 Beach Road, Auckland, New Zealand Make an Enquiry
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FLYING KIWI ADVENTURE TOURS – New Zealand Wide
FLYING KIWI ADVENTURE TOURS – New Zealand Wide
Mobile-friendly – Highly recommended. Flying Kiwi tours get you “off the beaten track”. Their unique travel style combines spectacular accommodation in remote locations with time to explore NZ’s best National Parks. Great flexibility allows you to choose between hikes, bike-rides & adventure activities. Meals and use of sports equipment included. Top rated in National Geographic’s Best Adventure Travel Companies on Earth.
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- +64 3 547 0171
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- 0800 693 296 (Free call – only within NZ)
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- 4B Forests Road, Stoke, Nelson, New Zealand
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GENTLE CYCLING COMPANY – Nelson
GENTLE CYCLING COMPANY – Nelson
Mobile-friendly – Cycle the Great Taste Cycle Trail in Nelson, New Zealand with The Gentle Cycling Company. Self-guided rides for lovers of food, art & beautiful landscapes. Single day wine or craft beer rides, multi day rides in stunning rural landscapes include routes to Kaiteriteri, gateway to the Abel Tasman National Park.
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- +64 3 929 5652
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- 0800 932 453 (Free call – only within NZ)
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- 411 Nayland Rd, Stoke, Nelson, New Zealand Make an Enquiry
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GOLDEN BAY AIR – Takaka
GOLDEN BAY AIR – Takaka
Operating scheduled flights between Wellington, Karamea, Nelson and Takaka, Golden Bay. Spectacular scenic flights from Takaka and Abel Tasman. Fly/cruise packages to experience both Abel Tasman National Park and Golden Bay without retracing your steps. All flights connect with our daily shuttle services to Heaphy Track and Abel Tasman National Park. Rental Car available in Takaka to explore Golden Bay.
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- +64 3 525 8725
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- 0800 588 885 (Free call – only within NZ)
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- PO Box 256, Takaka, New Zealand
GENTLE CYCLING COMPANY
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