transport • Getting Around the Region

Within the region, visitors are well serviced by local bus, coach and taxi services.

There is also a public bus service which operates around Nelson City to Richmond – click here for more details. “The Bus" services the inner Nelson city area, Monday to Saturday inclusive.

A water taxi is a common mode of transport for visiting the Abel Tasman National Park. You can get the water taxi to drop off/pick up at a bay of your choice, so you can enjoy a scenic walk.

For those with limited time, helicopter or fixed-wing flights are popular ways to sightsee or arrive at the Abel Tasman National Park.

Once in Nelson, rental car, scooter hire, and coach charters, are all good options for those who want to experience the Nelson Tasman region at their own pace.