B & B self contained accommodation on the Ruby Coast between Mapua and Motueka

Almyra at Kina

Abel Tasman National Park

Ruby Bay, Mapua

Jacketts Island

Wharariki Beach, West Coast

Activities in the Tasman and Nelson Regions

Almyra at Kina benefits from a central location at the top of South Island, making it an ideal base from which to explore the variety of attractions in the area and to venture into the National Parks of the region, including Abel Tasman National Park, Kahurangi National park and Nelson Lakes National Park. All our National parks are within an easy drive.

Many of our guests just like to sit awhile and admire the magnificent views of Mt Arthur and the surrounding mountain ranges & the ever changing ebb and flow of the Kina estuary inlet, or walk around the garden and listen to the birds.

However, if you are looking for a bit more activity, the property adjoins the estuary with a pathway that runs alongside the estuary and out to the end of the Kina Peninsula. Our local natural beach at Kina is just a 1 minute walk from Almyra at Kina. From the beach you can swim, fish, kayak or just wander along the beach and collect shells from the shore. The beach enjoys safe swimming and has uninterrupted views of DÚrville Island and across the Tasman Sea to Nelson and beyond.

Kina is a mere 10 minutes drive to the highly sought-after coastal township of Mapua. This is situated on the edge of the Waimea estuary with sandy beaches where you can soak up the sun or walk for miles. Nestled in the heart of Tasman's wine and craft region that has more sunshine than anywhere else in New Zealand, Mapua has award winning cafes and restaurants right on your doorstep. Many are on the fascinating wharf that also has a smoked fish outlet, aquarium, craft shops and a new brewery.

Tasman Bays is a haven for craftsman including artists , sculptors, wood turners, potters who are keen to show their work in their studios and art galleries.

The wonderful climate of this region means that wine tasting of world class wines at a few of the many local wineries is an ideal way to spend a few hours of a day.

Activities accessed within walking distance or a 5 minute drive

Coffee or lunch at the funky Jester House Cafe or 10 minutes drive to one of the excellent award winning Mapua cafes

Golf at Tasman Golf Club

Safe swimming beaches

Wine tasting - by arrangement

Walking, biking,

Artists studios

Boating & kayaking

Fishing

Boat ramp

Local dairy, selling fresh bread, croissants, milk eggs etc

Within 10 minutes drive

The township of Motueka with:

Shops &, cafes,

Golf course

Kayaking; jetboating, fishing

Skydiving, gliding, microlight flying,

Horse trekking,

4 x 4 Motorbike adventures

Roadside fruit stalls where you can buy locally grown fruit & vegetables

Within 30 -40 minutes drive

Kaiteriteri with its golden sandy beaches; water sports and water taxi service to Abel Tasman National Park

Marahau - gateway to the Abel Tasman National Park - from where you can walk in to the Abel Tasman National Park or catch a water taxi to one of the beautiful sandy beaches or Awaroa inlet.

Rabbit Island - where you can walk for miles along soft sandy beaches

Nelson City with its many attractions, including Nelson Cathedral and the World of Wearable Arts Museum. Wander around South Street with its art & pottery studios or just soak up the cafe culture in Trafalgar Street and watch the world go by.

Nelson Airport is an easy 40 minute drive from Almyra at Kina, with direct domestic flights to our major cities.

Monterey House Cafe in the beautiful Orinoco Valley. Treat yourselves to breakfast and while away the early morning while you listen to the birds sing or later on, enjoy a delightful lunch (Advance bookings advisable) while sampling the local wines before wandering around the gardens.

Play Golf at one of 5 golf courses in the area

Visit Ngarua Caves on Takaka Hill or the pure fresh water of the Resurgence.

Within 1-2 hours drive

Explore the dramatic landscape of the mountains of Kahurangi National Park or the Rainbow Ski fields and lakes of Nelson Lakes National Park .

Visit Golden Bay with its beautiful sandy beaches and the famous fresh water springs at Te Waikoropupu (Pupu) Springs or catch some fresh salmon for your dinner at Anatoki Salmon Farm.

Visit Farewell Spit & Puponga Farm Park and take a Farewell Spit Eco tour or Cape Farewell Horse Trek or a guided nature tour. For the more adventurous take a Remote Adventure Scenic Flight to view the Heaphy Track and Lord of the Rings Sites.

Wharariki Beach on the with its amazing windswept sand dunes

Enjoy coffee or lunch at the Naked Possum cafe with its outdoor fire & eco tannery & possum shop, at the entrance to the Kaituna Walking Track.

    Almyra at Kina
    193 Kina Peninsula Road,
    Tasman, Nelson,
    New Zealand 7173
    Ph/Fax +64 3 526 6840
    Mobile +64 21 232 6089
    Email: stay@almyra.co.nz