Nelson Abel Tasman Golden Bay New Zealand
Nelson City is the capital of the Nelson Region that
incorporates the Abel Tasman National Park and Golden Bay. Tasman
Bay with its north facing aspect provides a relatively sheltered
environment for its port, town and small coastal settlements. It is
protected to the east by the peninsulas and islands of the
Marlborough Sounds, and to the west by the Abel Tasman headland and
Farewell Spit.
Fruit growing, predominantly
apples but also including hops and historically tobacco, has been a
mainstay of the region and these days includes grapes for wine
making. Take a wine tasting tour to ensure you sample the
best the region has to offer. The Nelson Region is also synonymous
with crafts, being home to a large number of artisans, in particular
potters and notably the exporting glass ware company of Hoglund Art
Glass.
Accessible as a day trip from
Nelson, or from a base closer to the park, such as the Motueka area,
you can visit the Abel Tasman National Park. The park is known for
its calm clear waters, sandy beaches and the Abel Tasman Walkway.
Accommodation is available within the park as part of an Abel Tasman
experience. Popular multi-day trips can be done as walking and/or
kayaking options, or experience a bite sized piece of the action
with a day walk on the track, or a one day kayak along part of the
coastline where you may even visit some seals.
Separated from the rest of the
region by the Takaka Hill lies Golden Bay with its sweeping crescent
beach. From the top of Takaka Hill there is a spectacular view
across Golden Bay to Farewell Spit and the bush clad ranges of the
Kahurangi National Park. At Farewell Spit you can take a four wheel
drive tour to view the multitude of seabirds that make this area
home either year round or as part of their migratory journey. Golden
Bay has a good representation of potters operating from studios
dotted around the greater bay area.
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