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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 8 attractions in Nelson
Attraction type: Speciality shop
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #2 of 8 attractions in Nelson

Experience guided ATV 4 wheel quad bike tours; ride the world's only Skywire flying fox; play Paintball; enjoy a Safari Tour or ride in the amphibious Argo.

Attraction type: All-terrain vehicle trail; Off-road vehicle trail (4x4)
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #3 of 8 attractions in Nelson
Attraction type: Tour
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #4 of 8 attractions in Nelson

Hiking (or "tramping" as New Zealanders call it) from one end to the other of this 32-mile track will take days, so if you're time-constrained, pick up a section of it. The view can't be beat as you walk through sandy bays and lagoons, past coves and estuaries.

Attraction type: Hiking trail
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #5 of 8 attractions in Nelson
Attraction type: Speciality museum; Transport museum
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #6 of 8 attractions in Nelson
Attraction type: Flea/street market
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #7 of 8 attractions in Nelson

The largest of a dozen lakes formed by volcanic activity, this clear, calm lake offers cruises, kayaking and sailing, as well as great trout fishing.

Attraction type: Lake
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Kitesurf Nelson provide kitesurfing lessons at Tahunanui Beach in Nelson. This is a world-class kitesurfing venue and our half-day lessons provide small group, tailored instruction, aimed at getting you riding as quickly as possible.

Attraction type: Sports centre/clinic
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