A relaxed, island-like feeling characterises this unique promontory at a place where tidal waters follow from the Waimea Estuary into the Tasman Bay. Sited on 25 acres of native and exotic woodland, Mapua Leisure Park has excellent recreational, accommodation and camping facilities catering for all age groups.

Leisure Park hosts Gary and Erica have created a warm community atmosphere where peace and tranquility are legend, ensuring the return of many "regular" holiday makers to their favourite piece of paradise year after year!

While the Mapua Leisure Park's beaches, watersports and outdoor recreation make it an extremely popular family resort during the summer, it is also a wonderful place to relax year round.

During autumn, and winter the changing colours of nature, the traditional calm sunny days and the warmer seaside temperatures means it is the ultimate place to re-charge your batteries.

The white caps of the mountains make a stunning winter backdrop and with Nelson's Rainbow skifield only about one and half hours away, the Mapua Leisure Park makes an excellent home base. Calm, clear sunny winter days can be a tranquil time for seakayaking the Abel Tasman National Park.

Our staff will help you organise a smooth holiday itinerary by making all your skiing arrangements, advising on Kahurangi or Abel Tasman National Park options and any other special tours you may wish to take around the region.

The park offers the best of winter with a temperature that's usually a few degrees warmer than Nelson city. Your motel, chalet or backpacker's cabin is well heated for a warm homecoming after a day's excursion. Winter caravaners also benefit by the park's thoughtful design with plenty of sites situated for all day sun.