Things to do
From the bush covered hills and deep blue waters of the Sounds to the towering, snow-capped peaks that soar above
Kaikoura, Marlborough offers visitors to the region an exciting and diverse range of attractions and activities.| Blenheim & Wairau | Picton & Waikawa |
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Marlborough's central location makes it an ideal base from which to explore some of the region's neighbours. To the west, Nelson is less than a two-hour drive away and Westport, on the South Island's West Coast, is about 3½ hours.
To the south, Christchurch is a vibrant city, currently restructuring and rebuilding to be a city of New Zealand's future, with new retail, dining and accommodation opening daily.
Inland from Christchurch is Hanmer Springs Thermal Resort where a few days can spent enjoying Hanmer's stunning alpine scenery and soaking in the hot pools. Ski the club field of Hanmer Springs and Mt Lyford, the South Islands sunniest ski field.
It's a Fact...
TO KAIKOURA
In colonial times, reaching Kaikoura was difficult and often perilous with rough country and numerous river crossings. Despite the hazardous coastline and the changeable weather proving the cause of many shipwrecks, most people and freight travelled by sea. As access by land improved with the construction of roads and bridges, the port was closed in 1949. An old chimney near Fyffe House is all that remains of the port's custom house.
In colonial times, reaching Kaikoura was difficult and often perilous with rough country and numerous river crossings. Despite the hazardous coastline and the changeable weather proving the cause of many shipwrecks, most people and freight travelled by sea. As access by land improved with the construction of roads and bridges, the port was closed in 1949. An old chimney near Fyffe House is all that remains of the port's custom house.