Nelson Tasman - Te Tau Ihu

Experiencing the extraordinary is easy in Nelson Tasman. It is a place of surprising diversity, vibrant arts and artisans, with easy access to stunning natural landscapes. A place where all the best bits of New Zealand are distilled into a single destination. Nelson Tasman’s central location makes it easy to get to and an ideal place to gather with colleagues.

Our high sunshine hours and dependable weather are what we’re known for but the crisp, clear days of spring and autumn are what the locals love, when the sea’s still warm enough for a dip, yet there’s snow on the mountains. With meeting spaces galore, unique settings and professional suppliers plan to make Nelson Tasman your next business event host city. 

The three national parks within 90 minutes of our city provide plenty of opportunities to enjoy the outdoors. The rolling hinterland provides the perfect conditions for growing grapes, apples and hops with passionate locals producing craft beer, cider and wine. Local artists have a wealth of creative energy to share at their galleries and popular markets. Cruising, hiking, kayaking and sailing are on offer all year round in our spectacular Abel Tasman National Park. Enjoy cycling on Tasman’s Great Taste Trail.

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Meet by the sea, overlook parkland or let nature inspire you as you look up to Center of New Zealand.

Start your morning surrounded by birdsong and native plants, with a breakfast meeting at the South Island’s second largest fenced sanctuary for endangered plants and creatures. Just 15 minutes from the CBD you can be back at your conference venue ready to kick off the day of presentations and workshops.

Whether it’s a beachside destination suitable for 50-250 delegates, a central city function that will host up to 2300 people, or a large gala dinner by the river, the region’s venues are complemented
by ample accommodation options, activities, great dining and skilled auxiliary service providers who can take care of the finer details.
 

We are the busiest regional airport in New Zealand and have direct flights from Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch and Palmerston North.  Nelson Tasman is host to Air NZ’s first and last flights of the day making conference arrivals and departures simple for a day meeting.

Located in the geographical centre of New Zealand you will literally ‘Meet in the Middle’. We consistently stand on the podium for New Zealand’s top sunshine hours. Our reliable climate means settled weather with less flight delays and inspiring blue-sky days.

In addition to ample meeting spaces we are an outdoor playground paradise. With three national parks on our doorstep, the sea lapping at our feet, mountain biking on the edge of the city centre, two of the country’s Great Rides just a pedal revolution away, and the azure blue waters of the Abel Tasman National Park in our back yard you’re spoiled for choice.

We invite you to Meet in the Middle and then stay and play once you’re here.

With so much diversity and variety on offer, we can tailor make an extraordinary itinerary to meet  your needs for delegates and partners alike.  Start the day with a sunrise SUP at a centrally located beach then a team building activity at Cable Bay Adventure Park.  Perhaps the golden sands and turquoise waters of the Abel Tasman National Park are calling.  Or skydive over snow-capped mountains and spectacular coastline, taking in both the North and South islands or for a softer adventure e-bike the Great Taste Tail tasting as you go at one of the many wineries, cider producers, craft breweries or real fruit ice cream sellers. That evening enjoy a unique off-site dinner location such as a classic car museum or peanut butter factory or take in the vistas at Mapua wharf or Nelsons waterfront.

Our tourism operators are guardians of the stunning natural landscapes here. They work together to nurture the local flora and fauna which make this area so special. We invite you to travel with a light footprint and to care for our region as much as we do. We urge you to allow time to experience the richness of the area and to leave with your luggage packed full of wonderful memories.

Do be warned, if you come and visit you may just want to stay here longer …we’re proud to be home to many people who have established great restaurants and high-quality accommodation offerings for locals and visitors to enjoy. Nelson Tasman has mastered the art of living. This is where Kiwis come for their holidays and locals love to share their favourite spots.  Let us show you what makes Nelson Tasman extraordinary.

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