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FREE transfers available from Nelson, Motueka, Marahau
& Takaka why would you go anywhere else, this region has it all!!
From shopping of all varieties to day after day of sunshine, friendly
locals, cold beer & bubbly wine, to the fantastic scenery & relaxed
atmosphere, Nelson is one of New Zealand's most sought after cities. |
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| nelson | ||
| With boutique shops, art galleries, cafe's, restaurants & happening bars, Nelson is a great place to stop for awhile while you explore the region. If you are there on a Saturday morning well worth checking out is the markets right in the centre of town. It's free to go & can be a shopping experience. | ||
| motueka | ||
| Your last chance to fuel up and grab a bite to eat before heading over 'marble mountain' into Golden Bay. And if your driving towards the Abel Tasman National Park your last chance to stock up on groceries. Motueka has it all quirky cafes, shops, galleries, supermarkets even a picture theatre, plus alot of quality accommodation ranging from holiday parks & backpackers to 5 star lodges. With only a 20 minute drive to Kaiteriteri or Marahau you are just down the road from the Abel Tasman National park. | ||
| kaiteriteri | ||
| A kiwi icon for holiday homes & the traditional New Zealand family holiday spot. With all types of accommodation available there is something for all budgets. A popular seaside destination with 2 restaurants, a general store, large camping ground and an alcohol ban on the beach through summer. A great kids playground and mini golf to keep the young ones happy while you are sunning yourself on the golden sand beach. All our tours depart from the Abel Tasman Sailing caravan booking office, just over the bridge and on your left as you drive into Kaiteriteri. | ||
| marahau & the abel tasman national park | ||
| Keep following the road and when you come to the end that's Marahau and the beginning of the Abel Tasman National Park walking track. Located at the southern end of the Abel Tasman Marahau is a small village with 1 general store, camping grounds, backpacker accommodation & plenty of motel style getaways. Whether you explore the park by foot, onboard a comfortable sailing catamaran gliding along the stunning coastline or via Maxi Taxi this is a great spot, that shouldn't be missed! |
| takaka & golden bay | |
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Just over the takaka hill or otherwise known as "marble mountain" lies Golden Bay's lush farmlands, bush, wild west-coast beaches full of natural wonders & scenic beauty. Our coach tours take in scenic highlights such as tame eel feeding, salmon fishing, Waikoropupu springs the clearest freshwater springs in the world. You will hear about the history of the region & go to the Abel Tasman memorial which commemorates the great explorer Abel Tasman plus visit the Takaka museum for a real walk back in time. Our sea based tours on "Maxi Taxi" take you to Taupo Point an old Maori Pa site, where the first interaction between Maori's & Europeans occurred in 1642. |
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| getting to the nelson region | |
| by air | The airport at
Nelson city is the fourth busiest in New Zealand with more than 90 arrivals
and departures daily. Air New Zealand - Callfree 0800 737 000 or www.airnz.co.nz |
| by sea |
For travel between the North Island and Nelson region there are regular scheduled ferry services from Wellington to Picton with regular connections to Nelson by bus. The ferry crossing takes approximately 3 hours. Interislander Ferry - Callfree 0800 802 802 or www.interislander.co.nz |
| by road | The Nelson region is
well serviced by coaches operating into and around the region connecting
with Picton,Christchurch and other South Island destinations. |
| travel times | ||
| flight times into Nelson flying direct on Air New Zealand | ||
| Auckland - Nelson | 1 hour 20 minutes | |
| Wellington - Nelson | 35 minutes | |
| Christchurch - Nelson | 50 minutes | |
| Wellington - Takaka | 50 minutes |
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| driving times | kilometres | |
| Picton - Nelson | 2 hours | 144 |
| Christchurch - Nelson | 5 hours 20 minutes | 424 kilometres |
| Nelson - Motueka | 50 minutes | 51 kilometres |
| Motueka - Kaiteriteri | 15 minutes | 14 kilometres |
| Motueka - Marahau | 15 minutes | 14 kilometres |
| Motueka - Takaka | 60 minutes | 58 kilometres |
| contact
details 800 Abel Tasman Drive, Pohara Takaka, New Zealand info@goldenbayconnections.com www.goldenbayconnections.com ph: +64 3 525 7678 fax: +64 3 525 7673 Call free 0800 752 232 |