Cable Bay and Hira
Rotokura / Cable Bay is a bay and small settlement 18 kilometres north-east of Nelson.
The settlement at the head of the bay is at the southern end of a thin strip of land or causeway connecting Pepin Island with the South Island.
The sheltered beach at Cable Bay has sandy patches but is mostly a shingle beach. The thin land connection to Pepin Island forming the crest of the beach is the result of a rare combination of strong currents and a rock source. The area is part of the Cable Bay Recreation Reserve, managed by the New Zealand Department of Conservation. It offers ample parking, toilets, and picnic tables, but no rubbish facilities. Overnight staying is not permitted on the reserve. more
The adjacent marine reserve offers recreational opportunities such as kayaking and snorkelling. There are also sea kayak trip ranging from half-day to day-trips around Pepin Island departing at Cable Bay.
Up the road from the Cable Bay beach is the Cable Bay Café, which is one of the oldest cafes in the Nelson region, originally opened as a tearoom in 1920.
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CABLE BAY ADVENTURE PARK - Cable Bay, Nelson
CABLE BAY ADVENTURE PARK - Cable Bay, Nelson
Mobile-friendly - Enjoy a guided, quad bike adventure, ride the unique Skywire flying-fox while experiencing spectacular native forest and surrounding views. Just 15 minutes from Nelson city. Open every day except Christmas day. Paintball games, 'Argo' fun-rides and our licensed café is open daily. Mountain Biking, E- Bikes and hiking, picnic areas and more. Fun for all the family.
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CABLE BAY KAYAKS - Cable Bay, Nelson
CABLE BAY KAYAKS - Cable Bay, Nelson
Cable Bay Kayaks offers guided kayak tours that immerse you into the beautiful local scenery of Cable Bay, just 20 minutes from Nelson. Find yourself following experienced local kayaking guides across clear water enriched with marine life. For your safety, Cable Bay Kayaks use modern kayaks and meet all industry safety standards. Only kayak operator on these beautiful Nelson waters.
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MOUNTAIN BIKING, E BIKES, SHUTTLES - Cable Bay, Nelson
MOUNTAIN BIKING, E BIKES, SHUTTLES - Cable Bay, Nelson
Mobile-friendly - Experience the adventure of a bike ride through the most picturesque scenery Cable Bay has to offer. 15 minutes from Nelson city and open every day except Christmas Day, Cable Bay adventure park provide free access to trails with your own bike and on demand shuttle options available. A range of trails available to suit most abilities. Rental bikes available.
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SKYWIRE - Cable Bay, Nelson
SKYWIRE - Cable Bay, Nelson
Mobile-friendly - Skywire - the world's longest flying fox experience. Riders fly a 3.2-kilometre return journey across spectacular native forest, reaching speeds up to 100 kph. Mixing a shot of adrenaline with a scenic chairlift style ride. Tour includes 4x4 transfer to and from launch platform. 15 minutes from Nelson, open daily with licensed café and wide range of other activities.
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Beginners Tai Chi - Term Two
It's a myth that tai chi is only for the elderly. Tai chi is a form of self-defense and by practicing tai chi you can learn to overcome different forms of attack. Lessons You will learn movements from the Yang Style ...
Where: Studio One, Nelson, Nelson / Tasman
Address: 1 Rutherford Mews, Nelson, Nelson / Tasman
From: 5:30pm on Wednesday 1st May 2024
To: 6:30pm on Wednesday 19th June 2024
Heath Franklin's Chopper - Not Here to F*ck Spiders
AS SEEN ON 7 DAYSNZ's Most Wanted MOST WANTED comedian is back after three years off... and he's not here to f*ck spiders!That's right. Not even if they're dressed in a sexy spider nurse outfit. He just hasn't got the ...
Where: Theatre Royal Nelson, Nelson, Nelson / Tasman
Address: 78 Rutherford St, Nelson, Nelson / Tasman
From: 7:00pm on Thursday 6th June 2024
To: 11:59pm on Thursday 6th June 2024
Founders Annual Book Fair 2024
Get ready to dive into a sea of books at the Founders Annual Book Fair, opening on the celebratory King’s Birthday weekend! For nine exhilarating days, explore an endless array of topics from the enchanting world ...
Where: Founders Heritage Park, Nelson, Nelson / Tasman
Address: 87 Atawhai Dr, Nelson, Nelson / Tasman
From: 10:00am on Saturday 1st June 2024
To: 4:30pm on Sunday 9th June 2024
Living Your Authentic Life – a Weekly Personal Growth Group
Discover ways to live your life with more authenticity and spontaneity. Build your capacity and develop your ability to respond effectively to old situations or new challenges. In this weekly course you will - Gain ...
Where: Nelson Women's Centre, Nelson, Nelson / Tasman
Address: 44 Trafalgar St, Nelson, Nelson / Tasman
From: 10:00am on Thursday 23rd May 2024
To: 12:30pm on Thursday 27th June 2024
Dru Yoga Classes With Fiona
Strengthen, Relax, Calm and Connect to your Centre! Perfect for all ages, states of health and levels of fitness. Breath led classes with flowing movements, postures and sequences, proven to ease physical discomfort ...
Where: Saxton Netball Pavillion, Nelson, Nelson / Tasman
Address: 142 Saxtons Road, Stoke, Nelson, Nelson / Tasman
From: 6:00pm on Thursday 1st February 2024
To: 7:30pm on Thursday 4th July 2024
Nelson Central Business Networking
Are you a Nelson business owner living or working around central Nelson? Would you benefit from a weekly business meeting with supportive local people? Come, pause, and take a moment over a coffee, to share and ...
Where: Prince Albert Hotel, Nelson, Nelson / Tasman
Address: 113 Nile Street, Nelson, Nelson / Tasman
From: 9:30am on Thursday 25th January 2024
To: 10:30am on Thursday 12th December 2024
Whisky Whispers - Double Edition. Waiheke - Glenfiddich
WAIHEKE. THE STORY IF WHY HEKE. Join Ro and Mark from Waiheke Whisky and hear about their journey of how they have become one of the the countries best regarded whiskies and how they use the islands natural recourses ...
Where: Kismet Cocktail & Whisky Bar, Nelson, Nelson / Tasman
Address: 151 Hardy Street, Nelson, Nelson / Tasman
From: 12:30pm on Friday 7th June 2024
To: 1:45pm on Friday 14th June 2024
Reflections: Schubert & Beethoven
Purcell Fantasia upon one note Schubert Quartettsatz Caroline Shaw Entr’acte Beethoven String Quartet No. 9 in C Major Four NZSO players whisk us through the ages via the most classic of chamber music ...
Where: Nelson Centre of Musical Arts, Nelson, Nelson / Tasman
Address: 48 Nile St, Nelson, Nelson / Tasman
From: 7:30pm on Friday 7th June 2024
To: 8:30pm on Friday 7th June 2024
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90’s Quiz Night - Fundraiser for St Joseph’s School Nelson
The St Joseph‘s PTA are delighted to bring back our Quiz Night for 2024. This year’s event will be held on Friday 7th June and is a celebration of the “90’s”. The Quiz Night is one of our ...
Where: St Joseph's School, Nelson, Nelson / Tasman
Address: 1/18 Manuka St, Nelson, Nelson / Tasman
From: 6:30pm on Friday 7th June 2024
To: 11:00pm on Friday 7th June 2024
Jukejoint Blues at The Boathouse
We are looking forward to our next gig at The Boathouse which guarantees a great night out. Plenty of rocking Blues, British R&B and Americana tunes to keep you feeling good and moving on the dance floor! Special ...
Where: The Boathouse, Nelson, Nelson / Tasman
Address: 326 Wakefield Quay, Nelson, Nelson / Tasman
From: 8:00pm on Friday 7th June 2024
To: 11:00pm on Friday 7th June 2024