Area
What's nearby:
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Nearest travel links
| Airport | Nelson |
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| Ferry | Picton 120.00 km |
| Train station | Blenheim 110.00 km |
| Car | Car advised |
How to get there
From Picton there is a lovely scenic 2.5hr drive to Nelson. From Christchurch you can cross the Lewis Pass to Nelson (5 hrs) taking in hot pools and mountain/bush scenery. Copper Gate is 2km up Seaton Valley rd just 3km from Mapua seaside village - en route to Abel Tasman National Park.
Activities near Ruby Bay
| Sports | Tennis in town, Water sports, Horse riding, Fishing |
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| Great for | Walking holidays, Rural or countryside holidays, Beach or lakeside relaxation, Cycling holidays |
Getting around
We have a fleet of e-bikes for hire or standard bikes for free - explore the famous Great Taste Trail (ranked in the top 3 in NZ). Public transport is limited but we may be able to pick you up. There is a bus connecting Abel Tasman with Nelson that passes through Mapua, 3 km away