Nelson has a culture of creativity and heritage. Located at the very top of the South Island creative people find themselves drawn to this area with over 350 working craftspeople and working artists residing in Nelson. There are many studios, galleries and workshops opened to the public, offering you your own unique piece of Kiwi arts and crafts to take home as a souvenir.
The Nelson region is the location of two of the popular Great Walks of New Zealand – The Heaphy Track and the Abel Tasman Experience. The Heaphy Track is located in the Kahurangi National Park and is the longest of the Great Walks. The Abel Tasman Experience is an awesome sea kayaking trip and includes some time hiking in the Abel Tasman National Park.
Nelson is also spoilt with golden beaches, crystal clear waters, an abundance of wildlife and 3 national parks. The most well known being the Abel Tasman National Park. So if you enjoy the ‘great outdoors’ you will fall in love with Nelson.
“There is only one word for New Zealand – Epic!”
— Bear Grylls
Also waiting to be discovered are the many local vineyards in the west of the Nelson region. Enjoy a leisurely long lunch and cellar door tours at some of the many local wineries in this area.
| From | To | Kms | Hrs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Picton | Nelson | 144 kms | 2 hrs |
| Picton | Blenheim | 30 kms | 25 mins |
| Nelson | Kaiteriteri | 65 kms | 1 hrs 15 mins |
| Nelson | Greymouth | 290 kms | 4 hrs 10 mins |
