Marlborough And Nelson Overview

Stretching from the tip of Farewell Spit to the tranquil Marlborough Sounds, the “top of the South” provides visitors with an incredible variety of ecosystems and endless ways to enjoy them. Popular yet pristine, the region presents a choice between taking advantage of the well-developed tourism infrastructure or escaping to the majestic seclusion of the sounds.

Frolic in the shifting sands and turquoise waters of the Farewell Spit , the northern most point of South Island.
Forget your troubles in one of Marlborough’s award-winning wines.
Furrow Your Brow At The Outlandish Costumes At The Renowned Wearable Art Awards In Nelson.

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