Nelson Region

Nelson Region Kayaking

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South Island

Nelson and Tasman

At the top of the South Island you're find the Nelson Tasman region. For sure she's a real gem! Imagine a place where you can start your day on a pristine beach, then head to the mountain tops for an afternoon adventure. Along the way you'll soak up some local art and culture.

It's the perfect spot for anyone looking to have a bit of everything, from outdoor fun to artsy vibes. You've gotta see it to believe it!

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Golden Bay

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Spit Track Circuit

Farewell Spit & Puponga Farm Park

Time: 1 hour 30 minutes Distance: 6km

Approx 1 km return | 20 minutes return

Boardwalk next to water race

Time: 1hr 50 min

Wharariki Beach and Puponga Farm Park in behind.

2 km return | 40 minutes return

3.4 km return | 1 hour 20 minutes return

Puponga Hilltop Walk

Puponga hilltop walk

Farewell Spit & Puponga Farm Park

Time: 2-3 hr one way

Time: 3-4 hr

We offer a traditional kiwi camping experience right on the waterfront. A quiet place to relax and enjoy stunning views of the Aorere river...

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Pillar Point Lighthouse Track

Farewell Spit & Puponga Farm Park

3 km return | 1 hour 30 minutes return

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Anatori Beach

Absolutely Stunning West Coast Freedom Camp

(Paynes Ford)

Paines Ford Scenic Reserve

Takaka

Time: 1 hour return

Approx 2 km return | 30-45 minutes return

Mt Arthur in the far distance

Time: 2-4 days

Time: 3 hr circuit

Time: 30 min return

Kaituna Track

Collingwood

Time: 8-9 hr or shorter walks from 20 min to 2 hr

Start from the west coast

Heaphy Track

Kahurangi National Park

Time: 4 - 6 days, Distance: 78.4 km

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Helpful hints for using this dump station: • Use disposable gloves and remember to wash your hands afterwards. • Park close and make sure...