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CABLE BAY
A pleasant 20 minute drive from
Nelson is Cable Bay, an emerging
recreational and tourism
destination. The site of New
Zealand's newest Marine Reserve
it offers pristine water and an
intricate rocky coastline ideal for
exploring by sea kayaks equipped
with snorkelling gear.
Other activities are hiking the
Cable Bay walkway, rock
climbing or just a swim at the
beach. "Call at the Happy Valley
café, renowned for toasted
sandwiches made from their own
home-made bread and great
Panini's.
Located on Cable Bay Road is
Happy Valley Adventures, hosts
Keith and Jill are keen to share
their 1600 acre farm and forest
paradise with you.
Don't miss seeing the two largest
surviving Matai trees in New
Zealand located right here.
Nelson Region