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Nelson & Abel Tasman 3 Day Awaroa Lodge Experience Superior Suite Awaroa Lodge At the quiet northern end of Abel Tasman National Park, Awaroa Lodge is open year-round, enjoying a unique natural bush setting just a short walk from Awaroa Bay. The lodge is surrounded by beautiful bays and has a wonderful design and relaxed ambience. The lodge is renowned for its natural comfort, contemporary style, welcoming hospitality and creative and organic cuisine. Careful attention is made to preserving this pristine unique natural environment of white sand beaches, seal colonies, wetlands, native forests and birdlife, many activities await the energetic. This is the perfect starting point from which to explore the famous Abel Tasman Coastal Track ­ the most beautiful of all New Zealand's `Great Walks' where vast coastal inlets and secluded bays of golden sands and turquoise waters await. Facilities restaurant · café · bar · lounge · sundeck · business centre · Internet · watersports · gift shop · laundry Rooms 26 guestrooms & suites · mini-bar · tea & coffee · room service · balcony (superior suites only) Additional Info. Land transfers from Nelson to Marahau & water-taxi from Marahau to Awaroa Lodge must be booked. There is no road access to the lodge. You may walk or kayak into the lodge, details on request. · Scenic helicopter transfers are also available on request. Experience an unforgettable three days in a natural bush setting at the quiet northern end of the Abel Tasman National Park. With no road access into Awaroa Lodge getting there is half the fun! You will be transferred by scheduled coach from Nelson to Marahau, taking approximately one hour. From there, board the Aqua Taxi at Marahau for the scenic 1.5hour trip to the lodge (two departures daily at 9.00am and 1.30pm). On arrival check into your room and relax in the beautiful surroundings. In the morning enjoy a relaxing walk on one of the many beautiful trails on the property. In the afternoon enjoy a leisurely four-hour kayaking trip through the Tonga Marine Reserve or explore the expansive Awaroa Bay (snorkelling optional) with morning or afternoon tea included. The return Aqua Taxi from Awaroa to Marahau departs daily at 10.30am and 3.00pm from where a connecting coach will return you to Nelson. A 20-minute scenic helicopter transfer from Nelson is available on request. Price per person, from £272 (twin share) incl. 2 nights accommodation, return coach & water-taxi transfers from Nelson, a 4-hour kayaking trip including morning & afternoon tea. Prices per person per night, room only, in £'s from Standard Twin Single Family Room 01Jan08-31Mar08 01Apr08-30Nov08 01Dec08-31Mar09 55 47 60 110 94 120 01Jan08-31Mar08 01Apr08-30Nov08 01Dec08-31Mar09 Twin 57 55 65 Single 113 110 130 Superior Suite 01Jan08-31Mar08 01Apr08-30Nov08 01Dec08-31Mar09 Twin 74 65 84 Single 148 130 167 Family Room sleeps up to 8 people, surcharges apply for additional adults, please call for details. Onetahuti Beach Monaco Hotel & Resort 3+ Rutherford Hotel Nelson 3+ Abel Tasman Vista Cruise Tour CR5 - 5.5 hrs This is a wonderful half day scenic cruise from Abel Tasman which shows you the highlights of the area. Cruise close into protected southern bays and view the fur seal colony on Tonga Island. Travel onward and you will notice that the scenery changes; Onetahuti marks the beginning of the northern beaches with large sweeps of golden sand separated by picturesque bush headlands. This is a lovely relaxing way to spend the morning. Prices from £24 per person (Oct-Apr) Located on the coastal peninsula of Monaco, 15 minutes drive from the centre of Nelson, this hotel is perfectly positioned to explore all that the region has to offer. A combination of hotel rooms and cottages, it provides a level of accommodation for everyone, from singles and couples to families of all sizes. The focal point of the development is the comfortable lounge and dining room with exposed rustic beams and timber panelling. Facilities restaurant · bar · café · lounge · sundeck · business centre · internet · gym/fitness room (open February 08) · health spa · laundry · parking Rooms Stay 4 nights pay 3 01 Jan-30 Sep. Offers · Stay 4 nights pay 3 01Jan-30Sep08 · Stay 2 nights and receive 2 passes to the World of Wearable Art & Collectable Car Museum Located just a few minutes' walk from the shops, galleries, cafés and restaurants of Nelson, the Rutherford Hotel is a comfortable base from which to relax and enjoy the Nelson region. The dining options include the `Oceano' where you can enjoy the morning sun overlooking the Cathedral Gardens and in the evenings indulge in the seafood of Nelson. There is also the Rutherford Café serving an interesting range of beers and wine. Facilities 2 restaurants · bar · café · business centre · internet · gym · outdoor pool · bikes · sauna · boutique · laundry · parking Rooms 113 guestrooms · mini-bar · TV · Internet · tea & coffee · 24hr room service · kitchenette (deluxe suite only) Prices per person per night, room only, in £'s from Standard Twin Single Spa Room 01Jan08-30Sep08 01Oct08-31Mar09 38 32 76 63 01Jan08-30Sep08 01Oct08-31Mar09 Twin Single 48 96 39 78 Prices per person per night, room only, in £'s from Executive Twin Single 01Jan08-31Mar08 01Apr08-30Apr08 01May08-31Aug08 01Sep08-31Mar09 46 47 46 47 91 94 92 94 Brochure prices may change. See booking conditions. 65