Nelson Free Visitor Attractions, New Zealand
RAMEKA TRACK, TAKAKA HILL - NelsonLocation: Nelson - Takaka Righto, you mountain bike demons ... here's one for you: Indulge your downhill passion on a wicked ride that starts at the top of Takaka Hill - that steep marble mountain which sticks out like a sore thumb on the road to Golden Bay at the inland corner of the Abel Tasman National..(more) |
RAWHITI CAVE TRACK - NelsonLocation: Nelson - Takaka Rawhiti Cave is a decent walk up a steep gully. But the effort is worth it. This cave is different to others as it receives winter sun. So the the stalactites at the cave entrance and within the cave itself contain plant matter that are attracted to the light ( Phytokarst features..(more) |
THE MANGARAKAU WETLAND - Golden Bay, Tasman/NelsonLocation: Nelson - Golden Bay Mangarakau Swamp is the largest remaining wetland in the Nelson/Marlborough region. The huge variety of bird life, fish and flora in the wetland is truly amazing and the surrounding area is breathtaking in its diversity and scenic beauty. Walk the tracks and discover the wetland while based in luxury chalets at Wetland View..(more)
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THE SUTER ART GALLERY - NelsonLocation: Nelson - Nelson City Come and experience one of New Zealand's longest established art galleries, set in the beautiful Queens Gardens. Start your exploration of the artistic riches from this region at The Suter. Experience a lively program of exhibitions showcasing Nelson and New Zealand artists past and present. Discover the Suter Collection featuring art works of national..(more) |
FAREWELL SPIT & PUPONGA FARM PARK TRACKS - Golden Bay, NelsonLocation: Nelson - Golden Bay Choose from shorter or longer walks across farmland, and discover a lighthouse and spectacular views of the rugged coastline. From the Wharariki car park, follow a vehicle track west to Green Hills Stream and beyond. Superb farmland, lakes, cliffs and wind-carved moorlands are features of this area. Mountain biking is allowed on this..(more) |
LAKE ROTOITI WALKING TRACKS - Nelson LakesLocation: Nelson - Nelson Lakes Lake Rotoiti is easily reached from both Nelson and Marlborough. From Nelson City, follow SH6 south and take the turn-off to the left sign-posted for Nelson Lakes after passing through Wakefield. This road reaches a T-junction with SH63 where you turn right to reach the village of St Arnaud and Lake..(more) |
PUPU HYDRO WALKWAY - TakakaLocation: Nelson - Takaka The Pupu Hydro Walkway (Te Waikoropupū Springs) retraces an old gold-mining water race, which has been reused for power generation. Although the climb to the water race line is a little steep, the first section, across Waikoropupu River to the power station is an easy grade suitable for all..(more) |
