Things To See and Do In Nelson-Abel Tasman Park Region
| Things To See & Do, Less Than A 10 Minute Drive From Kershaw House | |
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Mapua Wharf with Restaurants, Arts and Crafts and small Township |
| The Abel Tasman National Park and Walking Track |
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| Most Visitors to the Nelson / Tasman Region Visit This Park During Their Stay | |
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Leisurely sightseeing cruises along the Abel Tasman Coast |
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Half day and multi-day Guided Hiking |
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Half Full or Multi day sailing trips |
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Sight-se eing from the air - If you like photography, this is a real thrill and very safe (I've done it with great filming results... Pete) |
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Guided Sea kayaking |
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Sea fishing |
Great Dining, Family Owned Wineries and Craft Breweries |
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| Nelson is New Zealand's eighth largest wine growing region and has won more gold awards per hectare than any other region. | |
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28 local vineyards with grape varieties better suited to cooler conditions such as Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling and Pinot Noir. Tastings and cellar door sales are available at many Wineries. Some also serve excellent food, mainly platters or lunch menus. |
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Award winning Craft Breweries.Many of these locally owned, family-run breweries and outlets welcome visitors for tours, sampling at the bar, having a meal or takeaway sales. Share a pint with locals, learn about our history and experience the wide range of unique beers. |
Nelson Tasman Region Arts and Culture... |
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| The Nelson Tasman region has over 200 working Artists and Galleries. | |
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WOW - The world of Wearable Arts |
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Nelson Saturday Market |
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Suter Art Gallery |
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Nelson School of Music |
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Nelson Museum |
| Nelson Lakes & Kahurangi National Park |
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Fly fishing & hunting |
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White Water Rafting |
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Hiking walks for every level of experience |



















