Nelson Tasman: New Zealand’s forgotten treasure for long-term sta…

We’re all accustomed to New Zealand’s hottest locations, resembling Queenstown and Rotorua, however have you ever ever heard of Nelson? Nelson is located on the high of New Zealand’s South Island. It’s famend amongst Kiwis for its sunny local weather, various landscapes and terrain, and wealthy cultural heritage, making it the right vacation spot for prolonged holidays and stays. Let’s discover why Nelson must be thought of on your subsequent New Zealand getaway and shouldn’t be neglected!

Choosing the right lodging – Sky Excessive Retreat

Sky Excessive Retreat, situated within the coronary heart of Nelson, is the epitome of luxurious. With fashionable conveniences and state-of-the-art facilities, It’s the preferrred vacation spot for extended stays. It gives all the luxurious conveniences and comforts to make visitors really feel at house. Whether or not planning a leisurely getaway or an prolonged work journey, this lavish house balances rest and practicability. 

Surrounded by Nelson’s gorgeous pure magnificence, the house’s terrace and panoramic views provide the right backdrop for tranquil mornings and restful evenings. Solely a six-minute drive to Tahunanui Seashore, the place visitors can discover Nelson’s bustling waterfront or seize a seaside meal earlier than settling in for the night- making Sky Excessive Retreat an excellent sanctuary in one in all New Zealand’s most charming coastal cities.

Journey and thrill

One other location to be observed and remembered is Abel Tasman Nationwide Park, which is simply a one-hour journey from Nelson. Abel Tasman Charters is the most well-liked and sought-after expertise and is thought to be ‘the very best’ approach to expertise Abel Tasman in line with Journey Advisor; embark on a luxurious yacht and discover the nationwide park by the use of water, a novel and immersive perspective to witness the wonderous surroundings. Take pleasure in a day constitution that features swimming stops, kayaking, snorkelling, wildlife encounters, and a light-weight lunch- this expertise is a must-do!

Discover the nationwide park by foot or take pleasure in a once-in-a-lifetime Heli expertise with Nelson Heli; take flight and discover the nationwide park from above. Select to mix your heli expertise with mountaineering or kayaking for a very adventure-filled and immersive day within the nationwide park. 

Lord of the Rings Followers could recognise Nelson’s rugged and various landscapes. Helicopter Nelson gives a once-in-a-lifetime tour that takes travellers to iconic filming places seen within the Lord of the Rings films. The tour begins on Mt Olympus, which displays the “South of Rivendell.” Then, the tour journeys to Mt. Owen and explores the untouched terrain of Kahurangi Nationwide Park.

Actions, experiences and locations

It’s stated that Nelson’s sunny local weather conjures up locals to be extra artistic than the remainder of the country- identified to have fostered generations of native artists. To see the very best of the artwork, rent some e-bikes and journey alongside the bike routes scattered with native galleries and cafes. Or, solely a 30-minute enterprise from Nelson, Māpua Wharf is a hub for native artists and crafters. The wharf has a spread of galleries, boutique shops, eating places, bars, and cafes, with a backdrop of the Waimea Estuary. Spend the day on the harbourside and benefit from the native artwork scene. 

Dwelling to many pristine seashores and coves, the famend Golden Bay hosts numerous seashores and coves, every providing an distinctive event for all who discover it’s wonders. Golden Bay is a standout vacation spot for travellers and locals wishing to discover the very best of Nelson’s coast. The bay has pristine blue waters and golden sand, accommodating water actions resembling kayak excursions, boat excursions, sealife encounters and diving experiences. 

Te Waikoropupū Springs is among the many hidden wonders close to Golden Bay. Discover the wonderful Te Waikoropupū Springs, the biggest freshwater spring in New Zealand and the biggest coldwater spring within the Southern Hemisphere- celebrated for having a number of the most clear waters on the planet, with a readability ranking of 75m deep.

Wharariki Seashore is among the most extremely photographed seashores in New Zealand. As soon as a hidden gem, it’s now a celebrated and world-renowned seaside after that includes on the must-see record in 2015. To get to Wharariki Seashore, get pleasure from a scenic drive by farmland and a brief stroll by the coastal forest; come out to see a seaside scattered with caves and rockpools, with a backdrop of mightly cliffs and windswept dunes.

Rotomairewhenua, generally known as ‘Blue Lake’, is hidden deep in Nelson Lakes Nationwide Park. Blue Lake is the clearest lake on the planet—with an 80m readability ranking. Nelson Lakes Nationwide Park is one hour’s drive from Nelson. To succeed in Blue Lake, be ready to hike for a day immersed in native bush and wildlife, with a stopover in a hiker’s cabin. Take a day journey to discover this pure wonder- it’s going to remember to please.

Take a day journey to French Move, a three-hour drive from Nelson. French Move is a skinny water channel between D’Urville Island and the South Island on the northern finish of the Marlborough Sounds. It’s identified for its perilous tides and currents, and it has the quickest tidal flows in NZ. French Move is a shocking location, with coastal views and dense native bush. The cross is house to many strolling and mountaineering tracks and lookouts. Nonetheless, it’s extra celebrated for the long-lasting lighthouse, which could be seen from the viewing platform on the Te Aumiti/French Move Lookout Monitor.

Meals and wine

Nelson’s microclimate and sunny climate make it a wonderful location for vineyards and horticulture. Travellers who like to take pleasure in a day on the winery and discover the cellar door can be thrilled to know that Nelson has an array of boutique wineries. Hopgood’s is an award-winning restaurant that takes delight in creating dishes with regionally sourced elements which might be seasonally influenced and served with refinement. Hopgood’s restaurant is a must-visit throughout your exploration of Nelson and guarantees a memorable eating expertise.

To conclude

Nelson Tasman is the right vacation spot for travellers in search of an prolonged keep. The area gives a various and distinctive expertise, combining artwork, tradition, historical past, beautiful surroundings and pure wonders. The realm will maintain you busy, with limitless alternatives to discover and indulge!

Veronika Vermeulen

Veronika Vermeulen is Director of Aroha New Zealand Excursions Ltd.
Aroha New Zealand Excursions Ltd. has been providing 100% tailor-made journeys and personal guided luxurious experiences in New Zealand since 2000.