... where it's all here, all year!
Welcome to New Zealand's sunniest region and Mediterranean climate. Enjoy our three spectacular national parks with glistening golden sand beaches, turquoise crystal clear waters and snowy mountain ranges. Some of the fantastic reasons why you should visit is because we:
- One of the world's best fly fishing destinations
- One of the top ten white water destinations in the world
- The creative arts capital of NZ
- The cycling centre of NZ
- The Heaphy Track is the place to be for winter mountainbiking
- The most craft breweries per capita in NZ
- A great conference destination in NZ
- The best kitesurfing venue in New Zealand
- Have 25 wineries producing award-winning wines
- Have over 350 arts & craft studios and galleries
- Have loads of events all year round
- Have great accommodation & cafés
Our key tourism attractions include the Abel Tasman National Park, the Nelson Lakes National Park and the Kahurangi National Park all within 90 minutes drive of Nelson City. These amazing attractions and activities are only a 30 minute flight from Wellington, 45 minutes from Christchurch, 80 minutes from Auckland, and 2 hours drive from the Picton Ferry.
Download a copy of the 2012 Nelson Tasman Official Visitor Guide here
winter, spring, summer or fall... we've got it all!
Itineraries
- 1 Day
- 3 Days
- 5 Days
Abel Tasman Launch Cruise, Walk, Sail or Kayak - Welcome to nature’s playground...
Farewell Spit Tour
Garden Visits
The Best of the Best City, park and bay...- Natural Wonders of Abel Tasman Water, walks and swims...
- National Park Luxury Adventure Heli-bike, adventure, and wilderness...
- Sea
- Road
- Air
Up and Coming Events!
Marchfest
Sat 24 Mar 2012
Nelson's favourite beer festival has special ingredients - music, food, fun and proper beer.
Brightwater Wine & Food Festival
29 January 2012
The must-do event for Anniversary weekend, this Festival celebrates sensational sounds, wine, food, and summer.
Nelson Jazz Fest
2 - 7 Jan 2012
The 2012 Woollaston Jazz and Blues Festival celebrates its 21st birthday with a 6 day musical party! Music in parks, in bars, on streets...everywhere!
