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Trips & Transfers Nelson Lakes and Beyond
From Mountains to Sea Trips & Transfers will get you to your destination seamlessly.
Bespoke Nelson & Marlborough Tours & Shuttle to Tracks & Accommodation in the
Top of South Island, New Zealand.
Trips & Transfers offers a bespoke shuttle and tour service to help you make the most of your time exploring the stunning Nelson and Marlborough regions at the Top of the South Island of New Zealand.
Base yourself in Nelson for that city vibe, or relax in the Nelson Lakes for a true NZ experience. Our guided tours take the hassle out of driving, organising and ensures you won’t miss out! Relax and take in the breathtaking nature on one of our guided Mindful Hikes, the Ultimate Tasman Experience, Wine Tour, or the Nelson Artisans tour.
Our shuttle service to Tracks and Lodges goes on demand. Check here for pricing and destinations.
NEW!! Check out our Heaphy Hike & Pamper Package
10+ Reasons to Book Your Next Trip with Trips & Transfers
Perfect for Everyone: Whether you're a tramper, day tripper, or touring around, we’ve got you covered.
Convenient Pick-Up: We offer pick-up services directly from the airport or your accommodation for ultimate convenience.
Flexibility at Its Best: Your schedule is our priority. We work to fit around your timetable, not the other way around.
5-Star Experience: Don’t just take our word for it – our guests rave about our true Kiwi hospitality, reflected in our glowing 5-star reviews.
Expert Female Drivers: Travel with confidence knowing that all our drivers are highly skilled women with 30+ years of experience.
Comfort & Eco-Friendly: Our fleet features modern, comfortable, and environmentally friendly vehicles, ensuring you travel in style and sustainability.
Fast & Reliable Communication: We make it easy to contact us, and we communicate quickly, reliably, and efficiently every step of the way.
Qualmark Certified for Sustainability: We’re proud to be Qualmark certified, demonstrating our commitment to sustainable travel.
Local Expertise: Our professional guides are locals who know the area inside out, providing you with a truly authentic experience.
Certified & Safe Vehicles: Our vehicles are fully certified with CoF, TSL, and DoC concession, ensuring safety and peace of mind.
Rideshare-Friendly: We’re happy to include rideshare options when possible to make your travel even more convenient.
Private Guided Day Trips & Hikes
Ready to experience the best in comfort, reliability, and authentic Kiwi hospitality? Book your tour or transfer with Trips & Transfers today and enjoy seamless travel from start to finish!
Contact us with your Private Tour enquiry.
Book your Shuttle Online now.
Check here for pricing and destinations of the Shuttle Service or contact us with your special request.
www.tripsandtransfers.co.nz/bookings
Jennifer +64(0)226154915 (WhatsApp/Mob/ text).
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We speak English. Dutch, German, French*
foreign language subject to availability and on request.
Not just a shuttle....
We care about your experience from enquiry to transfer and more. Trips & Transfers stands for a personal and efficient service to ensure your tour or transfer is a great experience.
Our philosophy is to care for our guests and it is the small things we do that make the difference. We’re dedicated to providing genuine Kiwi hospitality and sharing our knowledge with you.
Tracks and local transfers.
Looking for a flexible & reliable shuttle service? We go when & where you want to go.
Are the Nelson Lakes Travers Sabine Circuit, St James Walkway, the Heaphy Track, The Old Ghost Road, on your "must do" wish list, then let us take you there! Trips & Transfers offers bespoke flexible door to door transport to get you to or from Picton, Nelson & Blenheim airports to your accommodation and the start /end of tracks anywhere in the Top of the South Island.
We are the only transport and tour service based in St Arnaud, the gateway to Lake Rotoiti & the Nelson Lakes National Park, in the top of the South Island. We go when you want to go & where you want to go!
Some of our destinations in the Top of the South Island
Nelson & Blenheim Airports and towns in the Top of the South
Country Lodges and Retreats
Nelson Lakes National Park/ Richmond Ranges; St Arnaud, Mt Robert, Travers Sabine, Lake Rotoroa to Lake Rotoiti, Maitakitaki, Hackets Carpark
St James Walkway/ Boyle Village
Kahurangi National Park; Heaphy Track, Flora Carpark, Old Ghost Trail, Rolling River, Kohaihai, Karamea
Picton, Marlborough Sounds
We are a proud sponsor of the Kea Conservation Trust so a portion of your fare is a donation towards helping to save the Kea.
Have spare time on arrival or before your flight? Make your transfer even more memorable.
Trips & Transfers offers clients the possibility of a short tour as a part of their transfer en route to/from your pick up or drop off point. Want to have a wine tasting experience, grab a local beer at a micro brewery, want to have lunch or visit an artisan in the Nelson region? Check out our Experiences. We’ll customise the day tour to suit your schedule and destination. Ask us about where to find the best cafe, cheese scones, pies or cheeses in the Nelson /Tasman region. We’ll not only tell you but we’ll take you there !!!!
Your transport is private and in an AWD Toyota Granvia (or similar) with plenty of space for 5 adults or in a modern 11 seater Toyota Commuter van for larger groups. We operate out of St Arnaud, the gateway to the Nelson Lakes National Park and now around Nelson. Other vehicles on request.
Read what others say about our services and why we are not just a shuttle.
“Brilliant service! Jennifer was so friendly and helpful. Would definitely use again and highly recommend. Thank you!”
“An awesome company with good old fashion service. Great communications with lots of detail, and even checked our tramping experience for the Nelson Lakes winter trip we had planned.
Drivers were fantastic, stopped for gas on the way and also provided hot drinks/snacks at the end of the trip, which was very welcome for tired trampers.
Thanks Trips and Transfers - see you again!”
“At the end of a big walk, it’s always good to get back to a few creature comforts like a hot shower and non freeze-dried food! So, having a reliable shuttle operation organised, to get you there quickly, is more than a little useful. Jennifer exceeded all expectations: helpful also in the planning stage in advising around her back yard and coordinating with other groups. And when she arrived with fresh coffee and cookies for the weary trampers...😳😳😁. Such a nice an unexpected touch. Highly recommended service 👍👍👍”
Day Trips and Experiences
Let us help you discover the Nelson, Tasman, Marlborough regions during a private small group tour. Taste some of the best wines of New Zealand or experience a fully catered gourmet tour, visit Artisans and see breathtaking scenery during a walk in the Abel Tasman or the Nelson Lakes National Park. Soar high in a helicopter for a birds eye view of majestic scenery or for a romantic lunch on a mountain top. All this and more! The world is on our doorstep.
All our tours start and end in Nelson or St Arnaud, Nelson Lakes unless otherwise requested.
Tailor made tours on request.
Jennifer’s 30+ years of experience in designing Corporate Incentive Programmes, Business Events and leading Group tours means the discerning traveller is in professional hands.
Nature’s Best Experiences in Tasman
The ultimate experience includes a thrilling water taxi ride into the Abel Tasman National Park, an amazing scenic flight over Kahurangi National Park, wine-tasting and a gourmet dinner in one of the regions best restaurants…
Wineries, Craft Brewers and Artisans.
Relax, enjoy the scenic country roads and visit Nelson/Tasman’s boutique vineyards, craft breweries, fine food producers and talented artisans of arts and crafts …
Wine and Food Marlborough
Marlborough is on our doorstep and the name is synonymous with award winning Sauvignon Blanc wines. So why not get your friends together and have a FUN day out on a wine tour…
Mindful Hikes.
Check out the peaceful surroundings of the Nelson Lakes or the Kahurangi National Park, listen to the birdsong during a guided walk and experience the serenity of nature.
Customised Aotearoa/ New Zealand Travel
Tailor made Travel with Flexibility to Go as you Please.
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Small Group Personalised Travel
The Ultimate Road Trip. Guided small group travel with a flexible itinerary around New Zealand
Our innovative concept allows for the flexibility in planning and destinations that travellers love. Your experienced driver/guide is your very own walking talking travel guide.
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FlexiGo NZ Road Trips
Love food, wineries, historic pubs, gorgeous gardens or talented artisans, scenery, walks and going off the beaten track? We offer a not so standard Road Trip with a knowledgeable and fun loving driver/guide around the South and/or North Islands of New Zealand.
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See the 'world' in New Zealand
Your driver / guide has travelled the world, lived overseas and worked in tourism all her life. She’s knows that there is one country in the world that has all the scenic beauty packed into one country… New Zealand.
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Start Dreaming.
We’ll help you turn your dreams into reality and we are always up for a challenge! While the ordinary is fine, it’s the extraordinary that gets our creativity flowing and our imagination going. We know New Zealand and love to share our favourite and secret spots with you.
Contact us.
For booking or enquiries, feel free to contact me. Call 03-5394896 or 022-6154915 ( WhatsApp/Text). Mobile reception is poor when I am at home so try me on the landline first!
Prepare for the Mountains and Robert Ridge Track in the Nelson Lakes, courtesy of the Mountain safety Council.
