Nelson Region Travel Guide
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Nelson is the nation's sunniest region and its natural beauty is hard to beat, with magnificent mountain, river, lake and coastal scenery at
Golden Bay,
Abel Tasman,
Nelson Lakes and Kahurangi national parks. For adventurers, Nelson offers the thrills of tandem skydiving, whitewater rafting and 4WD safaris along Farewell Spit. The relaxed coastal townships of
Motueka,
Marahau,
Kaiteriteri,
Takaka and
Pohara make great bases for hiking and sea kayaking or head to the seaside village of
Collingwood and tackle the Heaphy Track. Nelson region boasts several award-winning vineyards, and the annual
Taste Nelson festival showcases the local wines and gourmet food each February.
The
Nelson/Richmond area has wineries, crafts and gardens to tour, or lap up the culture at historic Nelson city with its superb cafés, restaurants, museums and galleries. The pretty alpine village of
St Arnaud sits on the doorstep of the
Nelson Lakes area, famous for its stunning glacial lakes and alpine hikes, while the Nelson township of
Tapawera is the gateway to hiking in lovely Kahurangi National Park, with its alpine tussock downs, caves and native wildlife. Historic
Nelson city, with its warm, sunny climate and relaxed outdoor lifestyle, is home to a vibrant arts and crafts community and is Australasia's largest seafood port. Visitors can soak up the atmosphere at one of the pavement cafes, or explore Nelson's gardens, markets, museums, galleries and studios.