Abel Tasman National Park
Beautiful views across Waiharakeke Bay to Awaroa Head, and the long, golden beach of Totaranui can be enjoyed at the Skinner Point lookout.
Matt Munro
Marlborough & Nelson
For many travellers, Marlborough and Nelson will be their introduction to what South Islanders refer to as the ‘Mainland’. Having left windy Wellington, and made a white-knuckled crossing of Cook Strait, folk are often surprised to find the sun shining and the temperature 10°C warmer.
Attractions
Must-see attractions
Abel Tasman National Park
A short detour off the Abel Tasman Coast Track between Torrent Bay and Anchorage is Cleopatra's Pool, a beautiful natural rock pool and moss-lined slide.
Abel Tasman National Park
The lookout at Separation Point, at the northern end of Abel Tasman National Park, has panoramic views of Golden Bay and the Tasman Sea.
Abel Tasman National Park
Just south of the Falls River swing bridge there's a worthwhile detour to the North Head lookout across the Tasman Sea.
Abel Tasman National Park
Just south of Bark Bay is one of the Abel Tasman's scenic highlights: the lookout at South Head.
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Go Beyond
Marlborough & Nelson and beyond
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