Nelson Family Fun and Activities
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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ABELTASMAN.COM - Nelson
ABELTASMAN.COM - Nelson
AbelTasman.com is a collaboration of locally owned and operated activity businesses based in Marahau, right on the doorstep of the Abel Tasman National Park. We offer Abel Tasman kayaking trips, water taxis and packages such as skydiving and scenic flights over the Abel Tasman. We've developed the local's guide to the Abel Tasman with information and bookings available via AbelTasman.com.
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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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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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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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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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ABEL TASMAN WAKA TOURS - WAKA ABEL TASMAN - Kaiteriteri
ABEL TASMAN WAKA TOURS - WAKA ABEL TASMAN - Kaiteriteri
Mobile-friendly - Inclusive, enjoyable and great for all ages, our haerenga (journey) includes an easy 3-hour return voyage along peaceful coastlines featuring golden sand beaches and vibrant native forest as we paddle together towards the iconic Toka Ngawhā, also known as Split Apple Rock. A beautiful, atmospheric place and one of the Abel Tasman coastline's most popular spots.
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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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BULLER CANYON JET - Murchison
BULLER CANYON JET - Murchison
Let us take you on a thrilling 40 minute jet boat ride on the mighty Buller River, as we carve our way through the pink granite rock of the canyons, pass waterfalls and surf on the earthquake rapids, right in the heart of historic gold mining country. Absolutely unbeatable Jet Boating in NZ.
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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 or take a horse trek while experiencing the spectacular native forest and surrounding views. Just 15 minutes from Nelson city and 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.
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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MURCHISON HELI TOURS
MURCHISON HELI TOURS
Welcome to Murchison Heli Tours, a place to see all the wonders 'our world' has to offer. Offering a professional helicopter transport operation, specialising in scenic flights and charters, hunting/fishing drops, heli-biking/tramping, kayaking and rafting, commercial operations and flight training. Take a moment to explore the various scenic flights we offer. Fly with us across untouched New Zealand landscapes.
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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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