Upper Moutere is situated in the Tasman Region near the northern coast of the South Island of New Zealand. This charming small town makes a popular retreat from Nelson (35 kilometres away), offering a great mix of outdoor attractions and sybaritic delights such as vineyards, gourmet mushroom and strawberry farms, orchards and olive plantations. Key activities include visiting the wineries of Neudorf Vineyards (known for its chardonnays) and Mahana Estates, as well as stopping in at New Zealand’s oldest pub: the Moutere Inn. For those travelling with children, Animal Farm is a highly recommended excursion, with a petting zoo and fun activities like llama walking on offer. Finally, active travellers will find some great walking trails in the surrounding Moutere Hills, which offer views of Mt. Arthur in the distance.