Nelson and Marlborough is a wonderfully relaxed region, blessed
with a landscape of golden beaches, native forest and sundrenched
vineyards.
Beaches & Wine in Marlborough & Nelson NZ
Nelson and Marlborough is a wonderfully relaxed region, blessed
with a landscape of golden beaches, native forest and sundrenched
vineyards. Justifiably a popular holiday destination offering
outdoor activities on land and sea, picturesque scenery and plenty
of ways to titillate the taste-buds.
Things to Do and See in Nelson & Marlborough
In Nelson NZ
Try something different and experience the ingenious creativity
of New Zealanders with a visit to the Wolrd of Wearable Art and
Collectable Cars Museum.
For the more energetic you can hike all or part of the Abel
Tasman Coast Track, or take a guided kayaking tour to experience
the National Park from the water. To view the Nelson
NZ region from the sky, go skydiving and view the turquoise
water and emerald forest separated by an arc of golden sand.
In Marlborough NZ
Rent a bicycle or join a guided tour of some of the region's
many highly regarded wineries.
Experience the wonderfully tranquil waterways of the Marlborough
Sounds on a sea kayaking safari and you might even get a glimpse of
dolphins and seals. Or take a look underwater and go scuba
diving. Explore the wreck of the Mikhail Lermontov, a sunken
cruise ship.
Getting There & Around Marlborough & Nelson NZ
Nelson and Blenheim Airport's both offer regular scheduled
flights from Christchurch International Airport, as well as charter
flights to regional destinations.
Blenheim is approximately 4.5 hours drive from Christchurch and
Nelson is a 6.25 hour drive.
Scheduled water taxis operate the Marlborough Sounds, an
essential service as some resorts are accessible only by water.
