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Great Taste Trail, Māpua

Discover the best scenic spots in Nelson Tasman

The Nelson Tasman region boasts a remarkable combination of alpine and coastal landscapes, with stunning bays, blue lakes and picturesque plains nestled amongst mighty mountain ranges.

Scenic spots around Nelson Tasman

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Whanganui Inlet

The Whanganui Inlet (Westhaven) lies south of Farewell Spit, between Golden Bay and the West Coast, and is home to a unique wildlife and marine reserve.
 
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Tinline Bay Tree

The Tinline Bay tree has earned the nickname #notthatwanakatree with the locals. It is essentially just a bizarre tree growing in an unusual place.
 
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Tonga Arches

The Tonga Arches have become an Abel Tasman National Park icon, and it’s easy to see why.
 
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Wharariki Beach

Wharariki Beach is undoubtedly one of the most photographed beaches in New Zealand.
 
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Travers Falls

The remote wilderness of the Nelson Lakes National Park is filled with remarkable landscapes, and the Travers-Sabine circuit is no different.
 
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Nelson Boulder Bank

The internationally renowned Te Pokohiwi (Boulder Bank) is a natural spit of boulders that shelters Tāhunanui and Nelson City from the elements of Tasman Bay.
 
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Rotomairewhenua (Blue Lake)

Rotomairewhenua (also known as ‘Blue Lake’) is located in the depths of Nelson Lakes National Park. Translated as the ‘land of peaceful waters,’ It is the clearest lake in the world.
 
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Centre of New Zealand

The centre of New Zealand is the site of the central survey point used for geodetic surveys in the 1870’s.
 

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Abel Tasman Kayaks Walking Tours

Half day, full day or multi-day hiking and/or combination of kayaking and walking in the Abel Tasman National Park. We have options to suit all budgets, time and members of the family.
from NZ$54
Gold Partner 
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Abel Tasman Sea Shuttle Cruises and Water Taxis

Welcome to Abel Tasman Sea Shuttle, we are transport and adventure tourism operators in the Abel Tasman National Park, New Zealand. We specialise in taking clients into the Abel Tasman National Park by boat with our customised fleet of ferries.
from NZ$40
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Farewell Spit Tours

Farewell Spit has been a sanctuary since the 1930s with over 90 species of birds, most importantly the waders.
from NZ$120
Gold Partner 
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Guided/Self Guided Abel Tasman Multiday Walks - Wilsons Abel Tasman

Escape, revive and reconnect on a 3 or 5-day journey through Abel Tasman National Park with a touch of luxury at our beachfront lodges. Guided or self-guided walking or relax at the lodges. Kayak options available.
from NZ$900