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Explore Nelson as a family with Nelson Family Fun and Activities. Nelson is one of the sunniest and picturesque locations in New Zealand three National Parks within easy reach together win a stunning coastline – including the breath-taking Abel Tasman National Park. Nelson offers an impressive range of family friendly activities including; horse and pony rides and farm tours more
Nelson family fun and activities offer a range of exciting activities that the whole family can join in and enjoy. Treat your family to an incredible family holiday that is sure to forge enduring family memories. Nelson family fun and activities offers safe activities suitable for a range of ages.
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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 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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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
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HELICOPTERS NELSON
HELICOPTERS NELSON
Mobile-friendly - Helicopters Nelson is a locally owned and operated helicopter company specializing in personalized tours of the Nelson & Marlborough regions. We are also Nelsons leading provider of commercial services. With generations of experience operating helicopters in Nelson and the surrounding national parks, who better to show you the diversity of our naturally beautiful region?
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- +64 3 541 9530
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- 027 688 0311
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- 8 Dakota Street, Nelson, New Zealand, 7011
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INDEPENDENT GUIDES SEA KAYAK - Abel Tasman / Marahau Beach
INDEPENDENT GUIDES SEA KAYAK - Abel Tasman / Marahau Beach
Mobile-friendly - Our sea kayaking company is proud to be 100% owned and operated. If you are experienced, or have never been sea kayaking we can accommodate you on your journey into New Zealand’s most beautiful National Park. We are happy to provide freedom kayak hires along with our fully guided trip options.
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- +64 3 527 8288
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- Old MacDonald's Farm Holiday Park, Harvey Road, Marahau, Motueka RD2, New Zealand
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KAHU KAYAKS - Abel Tasman, Nelson
KAHU KAYAKS - Abel Tasman, Nelson
Mobile-friendly - A range of guided tours and freedom rental sea kayaking trips in kayak canoes. Guided kayak trips with guides that will take you along a stunning stretch of coastline for a fantastic sea kayaking experience. Enjoy panoramic views of Abel Tasman National Park, check out nesting cormorants, sea caves, islands and the world famous Split Apple Rock.
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- +64 3 527 8300
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- 0800 300 101 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 11 Marahau Valley Road, Marahau, Abel Tasman, Nelson, New Zealand
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KAITERITERI MOUNTAIN BIKE PARK - Kaiteriteri
KAITERITERI MOUNTAIN BIKE PARK - Kaiteriteri
The Kaiteriteri Mountain Bike Park is located in the Kaiteriteri Recreation Reserve and is part of the Kaiteriteri Recreation Reserve and gateway to the world renowned Abel Tasman National Park. The park is a IMBA Gold level park and offers great riding for all abilities in a stunning and unique setting. Ride the famous Tasman's Great Taste Trail.
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- +64 3 527 8010
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- 5 Kaiteriteri-Sandy Bay Road, Kaiteriteri, Nelson, New Zealand
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KAITUNA CASCADES - Rotorua
KAITUNA CASCADES - Rotorua
The Original Kaituna Rafting Company are locally owned and operate on the Kaituna, Wairoa and Rangitaiki Rivers in the Bay of Plenty, close to Rotorua. Handpicked, skilled professional guides from extreme adventurous white-water backgrounds guide singles, groups or corporate functions. Relax with the hot pool combo, Okere Falls walking trails or Volleyball. Transport included. BOOK ONLINE TODAY AND SAVE $10 Per Person !!!
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- +64 7 345 4199
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- +64 27 276 5457
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- 0800 524 8862 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 18 Okere Falls Road, Okere Falls, Rotorua, New Zealand
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KIDZ GO - New Zealand
KIDZ GO - New Zealand
Mobile-friendly - Kidz Go is the only dedicated family travel webguide to New Zealand. Information for families visiting or taking holidays anywhere around NZ. Family friendly accommodation, dining and activities, birthday party ideas, day trips, child-minding, skiing with kids and more. Check our web site also for family information for all New Zealand regions.
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- +64 27 411 9530
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- Queenstown, New Zealand
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R&R KAYAKS - Abel Tasman National Park
R&R KAYAKS - Abel Tasman National Park
Mobile-friendly - Small family-owned sea kayak company with many years of industry experience and extensive local knowledge. The Abel Tasman National Park is a very special place to our family (whānau) and we are excited to share its history, stories and natural beauty with you. Our base is brand new and purpose built - just for sea kayaking!
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- +64 3 527 8197
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- 0508 2 BEACH (0508 223 224) (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 279 Sandy Bay-Marahau Rd, Marahau, New Zealand
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THE BULLER GORGE SWINGBRIDGE - Murchison
THE BULLER GORGE SWINGBRIDGE - Murchison
Walk New Zealand's longest swing bridge, crossing the beautiful Buller Gorge. View the 4.5-metre-high Whites Creek Faultine—epicentre of the 1929 Murchison earthquake. Try your hand at gold panning, or if you dare fly back high across the Buller river on the high speed Cometline. En route to the West Coast.
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- +64 3 523 9809
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- 0800 BULLER (Free call - only within NZ)
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- State Highway 6, Upper Buller Gorge, Box 77 Murchison, New Zealand
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WILDCAT CHARTERS - Golden Bay
WILDCAT CHARTERS - Golden Bay
Morning trips from Golden Bay targeting Snapper, Blue Cod, Gurnard, Kahawai & Tarakihi. Full-day and half-day trips targeting Groper, Kingfish & Albacore Tuna. All bait, quality fishing gear & light refreshments supplied free. Scenic Tours into Abel Tasman National Park; enjoy the unique scenery & wildlife of the bays from our boat while enjoying a picnic on the sea. Book Direct and Save
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- +64 27 613 6873
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- Port Tarakohe, Pohara, Golden Bay, New Zealand
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