Westhaven Retreat transport options


Self Drive

If you are comfortable driving in New Zealand and don’t mind driving the last 45 minutes on a gravel road, then the self drive option is for you. We have very precise driving directions, with suggested sightseeing stops on the way.

For guests arriving in Nelson or Takaka, Nelson is approximately a 3.5 hour and Takaka a 1.5 hour drive to the Lodge. After travelling through Takaka you reach the small township of Collingwood, located one hour from the Lodge. This is your last petrol and grocery stop.

Please click here for your Sightseeing Drive to Westhaven pdf.

Google map option click here.

Drive and Fly

Our personal suggestion is to use a private chauffeur one way and fly the other. This way you see the best of both worlds. Inquire now...

Private Transfer

For anyone who feels driving is not for them, we offer travel by private transfer. This can be combined with sightseeing. A professional chauffeur will meet you at Nelson airport in our Tesla X and drive you to Westhaven Retreat in luxurious comfort.

If preferred, the transfer can take the form of a fully catered scenic tour. It’s leisurely, informal and designed to cater for everyone. It also provides an insight into local attractions, historical cafes and New Zealand's people. Inquire now...

Please click here for your Scenic Luxury Transport Options pdf

Helicopter Transfer

Coming to the Lodge by Helicopter is also an option. This is a beautiful scenic 35 minute flight from Nelson to Westhaven Lodge.

This helicopter, a safe and luxurious Eurocopter, is spacious and quiet, with a seating capacity of five people including the pilot. You will be picked up from Nelson airport and flown around the Abel Tasman National Park and Farewell Spit on your 35 minute journey to Westhaven Lodge.

To make your flight from Nelson to Westhaven Lodge really special, divert to Mt. Olympus on the way. One of the unforgettable ‘Lord of the Rings’ movie sites, extremely remote and accessible only by helicopter. Inquire now...