This Info Pack is designed to help educators plan and coordinate field trips to Nelson, for students focusing on key aspects of Tourism or Hospitality in their studies. Information is provided about available and discounted accommodation and food options for groups, as well as interactive sessions at activity operator sites.

These sessions include a combination of talks from industry professionals, on current and relevant business and tourism topics, as well as discounted activity options, for those looking to combine practical learning opportunities with time spent in an operational environment. More information on Education and Training options in your region can be found at www.tourism.net.nz

Activity And Talk Options

Nelson Regional Development Agency

The Regional Tourism Organisation for Nelson; the team is able to advise on the Nelson Tasman region.

Talk Topics: Someone from the team can speak to students about topics of your choice, please discuss when booking.

• Nelson and Marlborough as a destination
• Other related topics, upon request

Activity Options: The team are willing to share their knowledge and help make your trip to the area a memorable one, so be sure to get in touch when planning your visit.

Timings: Allow approx. 30mins depending on which topics you wish to cover. The talk will last for 20mins + 10mins for Q&A

Location: Nelson RTO Mahitahi Colab, Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology, A Block Main Entrance, 322 Hardy St, Nelson

Opening Hours: 9am - 5pm, Weekdays

Contact: Tracee Neilson; Visitor Destination Manager - [email protected] / 021 828 824

Cost: FOC

Department of Conservation Nelson

With 3 national parks in the region – the Abel Tasman, Kahurangi and Nelson Lakes National Park – you can enjoy everything from golden beaches to high mountain peaks in Nelson and Tasman.

Talk Topics: Paul, or a member of the Nelson team, can talk to students about conservation projects in the area and the impact of tourism, if contacted a few weeks in advance.

Activity Options: Multiple options are available locally, from 30min easy walks to overnight treks, please check out the full brochure here

Timings: Allow 15 – 30mins for talk + Q&A

Location: Whakatū / Nelson Visitor Centre, Millers Acre / Taha o te Awa, 39 Halifax Street, Nelson, 7010

Opening Hours: 8.30am - 5pm, Daily

Contact: Paul Thornton; Supervisor Nelson Visitor Centre - 03 546 933 / [email protected]

Cost: FOC

Paddle Nelson

Kayak Hire and Tours in Nelson are lucky to have easy access to some amazing kayak adventures right on the doorstep. Kayaking is a comfortable, easy way to get out on the water and discover the Haven’s historical past, unique geological features and diverse marine wildlife. Grab a sit-on-top kayak for hire by the hour, or join one of the awesome guided adventures to the Lighthouse. Groups can also add a bike trip, with the Peddle and Paddle tour.

Talk Topics:

• Operating a Tourism business in the area
• The effects COVID has had on Tourism businesses and Nelson
• What Nelson has to offer for getting visitors out on the water
• Water safety

Activity Options:

• Stand Up Board: Tahuna Beach SUP Paddle, Maitai River Paddle, Big Tahuna Giant Board Hire and SUP lessons
• Kayak: Nelson Lighthouse Sea Kayak, Peddle and Paddle, Kayak Hire

Timings: Allow 1hr - full day for tours

Location: Bizley Walk (Abel Tasman Carpark), Tāhunanui Beach, Nelson, 7011

Opening Hours: 8am - 4pm daily

Contact: Bridget and Toby Wild; Owners - 027 272 7259 / [email protected]

Cost: Group pricing from $15pp

Cable Bay Adventure Park

Cable Bay Adventure Park is Nelson's adventure destination. Located just 15mins drive from the centre of Nelson, it’s home to a wide range of adventure activities, including Skywire Experience, Quad Bike Tours, Mountain Biking, eBikes, Paintball and Argo (an amphibious all-terrain, 8-wheel vehicle). The park also has an onsite licensed cafe and free access to trails

Talk Topics:

• Operational requirements
• Marketing of the business
• General information about the local area

Activity Options:

• The Skywire Experience: The main attraction is one of the World’s longest Flying Fox’s and a one-of-a-kind experience combining an amazing scenic ride with a shot of adrenaline, flying high above the forest canopy. Skywire seats 4 flyers at a time, for approx. 1000m of gravity assisted free-wheeling, reaching speeds of up to 100kph, followed by 600m at a more leisurely pace. The ride is ideal for taking in the incredible scenery, then you do it all again – backwards!
• Quad Bike Tours,
• Mountain Biking
• eBikes
• Paintball
• Argo (amphibious all terrain, 8-wheeled vehicle)

Timings:

- Skywire Experience: 1 hr

- Quad Bike Tours:

• Farm Forest 1 - 1.5 hrs, can be combined with Skywire
• Bay View 2 - 2.5 hrs, can be combined with Skywire

- Mountain Bike Tours: Any length of time (bikes can be rented for 1 hr, 4 hrs or full day)

- Paintball: 1.5 - 2 hrs. Min. 8 players for game

- Argo: 20mins

*Min. height 1.2m. All children <14 must be accompanied by an adult

Location:194 Cable Bay Road, RD 1, Nelson, 7071

Opening Hours: 10am - 4 pm, Daily; days and hours vary depending on the season. Extended hours in Summer. Open every weekend and all public/school holidays, except Christmas day

Contact: Nick Crocker; GM - 03 545 0304 / 0800 157 300 / [email protected] OR Shannon Higgs; Education Group Coordinator [email protected]

Cost: Discounts and packages available depending on group size, please contact Shannon

- Skywire:$105 ($95 for groups between 9 and 12pax)

- Quad Bike Tours: from $50pp

- Mountain Bikes: Trails are free to ride for users who bring their own bikes. Rental:

• MTB: 1hr $40 / 4hrs $75 / full day $125
• eBike: 1hr $50 / 4hrs $95

- Paintball: $25 starting game rate (incl. 50 balls, full face helmet, gun and game referee). Ball top ups $10/100 balls

- Argo: 2 or more people $25pp

*Child rate applies to age 15 and under

Other: Participants advised to wear suitable active wear and closed-toe shoes

Nelson Cycle Hire and Tours

Nelson Cycle Hire can provide everything your group will need for safe, enjoyable trail riding. Their cycles offer comfort, no matter what the terrain and are 'bullet proof', with comfort features for both on and easy, off-road riding, including an upright riding position and soft saddle. All bikes are equipped with front fork suspension and come in a range of sizes to enjoy on the numerous rides around the Nelson area.

Talk Topics: Owner Anita can talk about owning and operating a small business and how Covid has affected their business

Activity Options: Half and full-day bike hire to enjoy the range of local trails, depending on your schedule. Check trail options online, for full details.

Timings: Allow 15mins for talk and 1hr min. for biking

Location: Airport House, Located in Nelson Airport, Trent Drive, Nelson Airport, 7011

Opening Hours: Under Level 1 restrictions bookings are essential and opening hours vary. With advance notice, the team can meet the requests of groups. Typically 9am – 4pm daily.

Contact: Anita Gardner; Owner – 03 539 4193 / 029 777 0109 / [email protected]

Cost:½ day hire from $35, please contact Anita for group booking rates

Other: Approved helmets supplied. Closed-toe shoes to be worn. Courtesy bus to and from the airport can be arranged.

Natureland Wildlife Trust

Natureland is Nelson's Zoo and Wildlife Conservation Centre where groups can get up close and personal to some unique NZ natives like Tuatara and Kea. Visitors can hang with the monkeys and get hands-on with a range of interesting domestic animals. A community-focused charitable trust that has a QualMark silver award and is listed as a Nelson-Tasman Top 10 thing to do!

Talk Topics: The team can arrange for an Educator Ranger to talk to students about the Natureland Wildlife Trust and conservation

Activity Options: Park Tour / Animal Interactions

Timings: Allow 2hrs min.

Location: Hounsell Circle, Tāhunanui Beach Reserve, Nelson, 7011

Opening Hours: 9.30am – 4.30pm (last entry 3.45pm), Daily

*Not open on Christmas Day

Contact: Roger Kelling; Office and Facilities Manager -03 548 6166 / [email protected]

Cost: Students $6, Teachers FOC, Adults $12

*Rates for school groups are considerably discounted but must be booked in advance. Please contact [email protected] to book

Other: The aim of Natureland is to be a space that can be a platform for, not only for the current projects, but also to share stories about the work that other people and groups are also doing to save wildlife. No single organization can accomplish wildlife conservation all on its own. Natureland works with other members of the Zoo and Aquarium Association, Nelson City Council, the Department of Conservation and it’s conservation partners to achieve great outcomes.

Pic's Peanut Butter World

Join a group of peanut butter enthusiasts from all around the world to hear the Pic's story, learn all about their peanuts and watch what goes on, on the factory floor. Have a go at making your own peanut butter and taste some yummy Pic’s goodies!

Talk Topics: Josiah can organize a talk about how the business obtained aQualMark Gold status, as well as the operational side of the business. Sessions can be tailored for hospitality classes too.

Timings: Bookings are essential; as a working factory, Pics has to be strict with visitor numbers. Tours are 50mins

Location:49 Saxton Rd, Stoke, Nelson, 7011

Opening Hours:

• Peanut Butter World Tours: Weekdays 10am, 11:30am and 1:30pm
• Peanut Butter World Opening Hours: Weekdays 8:30am - 4pm, Saturday 9am - 3pm, Sunday Closed

Contact: Josiah; Experience Manager - 03 544 8402 / [email protected]

Cost: Tours FOC but visitors may wish to make purchases from the shop

Other: Not suitable for those with peanut allergies. As Pics operate a working factory, visitors of all ages need to be watchful for trucks and forklifts. Pics have the PC Eatery Café onsite, check out the menu.

Nelson Classic Car Museum

Nelson Classic Car Museum is the best place to see more than 150 cars in immaculate condition. From Vauxhalls, Triumphs and Cadillacs, through to the exquisite mastery of Jaguar and Ferrari, the Museum is the place to marvel and admire an incredible collection of iconic cars.

Talk Topics: The history and operational side of the Museum

Timings: Allow at least 1hr

Location: 1 Cadillac Way, Annesbrook, Nelson

Opening Hours: Daily, 10am - 4pm

Contact: Sareena; Museum Manager- 03 547 4570 / [email protected]

Cost: Secondary Students $5, Teachers and Support Staff FOC

Food And Talk Options

Chockdee Thai Nelson

Menu Type: Asian and Thai cuisine. The kitchen can cater for Vegetarian, Vegan and Gluten Free diners

Best For: Lunch and Dinner

Location:83 Hardy Street, Nelson, 7010

Opening Hours:11:30am – 2:30pm and 5 – 9pm daily

Contact: 03 539 0282 / send a booking enquiry here

Cost: Mains start from $22

Other: Enquire about set menus

The Kitchen

Menu Type: A range of delicious wholesome food options on the menu for those with allergies or dietary requirements (Vegan, Paleo, Keto, Dairy Free etc.)

Best For: Breakfast and Lunch

Location: 111 Bridge Street Nelson City

Contact: Grant and Sherilyn; Owners - [email protected] / 021 195 8246

Opening Hours: Weekdays 8am - 3pm, 8:30am – 2pm Saturday

Cost: Meals from $10.50

Other: Grant and Sherilyn opened The Kitchen with a vision to see people connected and better educated through food and nutrition. They strive to offer great choices and provide diners with education and resources to encourage a healthy lifestyle that is nutritious and enjoyable. The Kitchen can take group bookings for breakfast or lunch and also cater and deliver in Nelson area.

Talk Topics: Talks can be arranged with the team covering:

• What is all the fuss about wholefoods?
• Why eat clean, seasonal, dairy free, gluten free?
• Is all this just a fad?
• Isn't water just water?
• Why cold press juice?
• Why ferment food?

Lone Star Nelson

Menu Type: American-style menu. The kitchen can cater for Vegetarian, Vegan and Gluten Free diners.

Best For: Dinner

Location: 90 Hardy Street, Nelson

Opening Hours: 4:30pm – 9pm daily

Contact: Steve Gardner; Owner - 03 548 1441 / [email protected]

Cost: Function menu available, including platters from $96 that feed 8-10 pax. Burgers from $20

The Hot Rock Gourmet Pizza Pasta Bar

Menu Type: Italian cuisine; pizza and pasta dishes. The kitchen can cater for Vegetarian, Vegan and Gluten Free diners

Best For: Dinner

Location: 8 Tāhunanui Drive, Tāhunanui, Nelson, 7011

Opening Hours: Tues – Sun 4.30pm - Late

Contact:03 546 4421 / [email protected] / or book using this link

Cost: Small pizzas from $11.50, large Pizzas from $18.50, pastas approx. $21

Flames on Forty

Menu Type: Kiwi style cuisine

Best For: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Location:40 Waimea Road, Nelson

Opening Hours: Weekday Breakfast 6:45 - 9:30am; Weekend Breakfast 7am – onwards. Dinner 4 - 9pm, Daily

Contact: Loren; Restaurant Events Manager - 0800 333 089 / [email protected]

Cost: Burgers and main-sized salads from $20. This restaurant is attached to The Hotel Nelson and is very good at catering for groups of any size, talk to Loren for group bookings.

Accommodation And Talk Options

YHA Nelson

Accommodation Type: This central city hostel brings Nelson's sunny vibes inside, as well as out. YHA Nelson is an accommodation leader for groups with many returning to stay on a regular basis. The hostel is ideally designed with 2 large kitchens and dining areas, a large common room and a multi-purpose lounge. Talk directly to the Hostel about any special arrangements your group might need. Additional keys can be provided for leaders to access all rooms allocated to your group. The hostel is generally able to allocate shared rooms exclusively to your group. Shared single-sex bathroom facilities are situated along the hall from the shared rooms. All bedding is provided (duvets, sheets and pillows) and towels can be hired for $2 each

- Shared rooms

• 3 x 8 bed multi-share rooms
• 5 x 6 bed multi-share rooms
• 5 x 4 bed multi-share rooms
• 2 x 3 bed multi-share rooms

- Private rooms

• 5 x single
• 2 x double
• 1 x double + single with ensuite facilities
• 1 x double room with ensuite facilities
• 2 x twin rooms

Location: 59 Rutherford Street, Nelson

*Reception open 8:30am – 8:30pm, Daily

Contact: Royce and Linda; Owners - 03 545 9988 /[email protected]

Cost: Prices vary dependent on season and demand. Online group booking estimates are available 

Other: Royce and Linda have been operating hostels in the area for 16years and have a wealth of knowledge of the accommodation sector that they are happy to share with the students, please contact them to arrange a talk.

Kaiteriteri Recreation Reserve

A fantastic option for staying right on the beach. Although a Crown entity, Kaiteriteri Recreation Reserve is not government funded. Businesses on the Reserve, and governed by the Kaiteriteri Recreation Reserve include: the Kaiteriteri Reserve Camp, Kaiteriteri Reserve Apartments, KaiteriteriStore, restaurants Kai and Gone Burgers and the Kaiteriteri Mountain Bike Park are private companies. These businesses fully fund the Reserve and 100% of profits are invested back into Kaiteriteri. Some other businesses operate on the Reserve and do so through DOC concession agreements. These include the NPD self-service petrol station, water transport, kayaking and mountain bike hire companies.

Accommodation Type: A variety of accommodation types are available including cabins that sleep 4.

Talk Topics: The Reserve celebrated its 80th anniversary in 2016 and it’s vision is to be NZ’s premier coastal outdoor recreation destination. With enough notice, a member of the team can talk to the students about the Reserve and the businesses that operate within it.

Contact: Rachelle Parkins; Guest Services Manager -[email protected] / 03 527 8010

Location: 5 Kaiteriteri - Sandy Bay Road, Kaiteriteri, 7197

Cost: Variety of accommodation options ranging from campsites to cabins. Prices are seasonal and school rates are available. Please contact Rachelle for details.

Other: Great option if you are looking to stay and play. Mountain Bike Park, Kayaks, other water activities and cafes within close proximity to accommodation. Group catering, discounted mini golf and orienteering maps also offered, on request. Please check the website for further details.

Kaiteri Lodge

Accommodation Type: With a stunning beachfront location, purpose-designed and built Kaiteriteri Beach Lodge is a comfortable and affordable base to explore everything the spectacular Abel Tasman National Park has to offer. Offering a variety of room options and The Beached Whale restaurant and a self-catering kitchen onsite, as well as BBQ, outdoor area and laundry facilities.

• Dorm rooms can sleep up to 24
• 2 x rooms with 4 king bunk beds (sleep 8)
• 2 x rooms with two king bunk beds (sleep 4)

*All bedding provided. Guests must bring their own towels

Location: Inlet Road, Kaiteriteri RD2, Motueka

Contact: Nicole Trueman; General Manager - 03 527 8281 / [email protected]

Cost: Dorm rooms from $35pp. The rate varies depending on the time of year. They can also group discounts of 10-20% depending on the size of the group booking. Contact Nicole for group booking rate enquiries

Other: In-house catering available

Motueka TOP 10 Holiday Park

Accommodation Type: A range of quality accommodation options and fabulous facilities for all types and sizes of group. Large communal kitchen and dining areas with space for groups to keep food and belongings secure. Cooking and eating equipment can be supplied. Modern communal bathrooms, with free hot showers included. Onsite meeting room which can be used as a learning space, team building area or watching movies. Plenty of space for team-building activities.

• Standard Cabin: 1 x Queen, 1 x Single Bunk, 1 x Duo Bunk (sleeps 5) 33.50pp/night
• Kitchen Cabin: 1 x Single Bunk, 1 x Duo Bunk, 1 x Pull Out Couch (sleeps 5) $35pp/night

*All linen included; towel hire $1.50pp

Location:10 Fearon Street, Motueka, 7120

Contact: Jenny Zieman; Customer Service Manager - [email protected] 03 528 7189

Cost: Teacher rates for motel or single rooms is 10% off the rack rate if students are in cabins and 7% discount if students are in the motel.

Other: Seasonal School Group Specials available (please contact Ashlee for current deals):

• Stay, Play and Beaches: $49 pp (includes 1-night accommodation in Cabin and a walk/relax trip to Anchorage, viewing Split Apple Rock and seal colony)
• Stay, Play and Kayak: $62 pp (includes 1-night accommodation in Cabin and half-day sit-on-top kayak or SUP rental at Kaiteriteri)