Nelson, Tasman, the Abel Tasman

The Tasman and Nelson Regions of New Zealand

Located at the top of New Zealand's South Island, the Tasman and Nelson regions enjoy some of the longest sunshine hours in the country

The region is a delight for outdoor enthusiasts, with three national parks, great trout fishing, beautiful beaches and an amazing coastline.

Enjoy walking one of New Zealand's Great Walks, which you can by visiting the Abel Tasman Coastal Track. Alpine tramping (hiking) is available in the Kahurangi and Nelson Lakes National Parks - it's all here.

We’re happy to book guided or unaccompanied activities for you. Trout fishing in some of the world’s best trout rivers. Take a cruise, try walking, cruising and sea kayaking in the Abel Tasman National Park. Keep an eye out for the New Zealand fur seal and the little blue penguin along the way.

Or Enjoy Arts, Crafts, Vineyards, Wineries, Museums...

Nelson is renowned for its café culture and excellent fare. Take a wine tour through the region. Stop and enjoy some of the artisans, or pop in to one of the lovely cafés or restaurants for an excellent meal.

If you're here over the weekend make sure you take time to visit the Nelson market - held on Saturday mornings, artisans come from near and far to exhibit their crafts - delectable food is also on offer.

Being the only region in New Zealand where hops are grown, you will also find boutique breweries in the area.

If you have time take a wander out to the Motueka market on Sunday morning, a smaller, local market.

Or visit one of the galleries or museums in the area. Motueka has a small, fascinating museum while Nelson has a larger one as well as the World of Wearable Arts Museum.

Upper Moutere, Tasman

The Hopkiln Accommodation is situated in the historic village of Upper Moutere, formerly known as Sarau.

We overlook the Moutere Valley, in the Tasman district near Nelson. To the east are views of the Kahurangi Vineyard and to the west, the Moutere Hop Gardens, with a backdrop of Kahurangi National Park's Mount Arthur Range.

Upper Moutere has a range of artisans, a general store, café, church, petrol station, pub, and fish and chip shop as well as local wineries.

Book a romantic escape or relaxing holiday and relax at the Hopkiln Accommodation, here in the Nelson and Tasman regions.

Some New Zealand Links

Here are some links that may help you plan your holiday while enjoying the Tasman and Nelson regions of New Zealand.

Abel Tasman Sea Shuttle Enjoy a water taxi ride in New Zealand's Abel Tasman

The Smokehouse Sample the tastes of Nelson and handcrafted smoked delicacies at this waterfront restaurant in Mapua.