Sarah’s guidebook
Sightseeing and swimming
Lots of lovely short and long walks through native forest and next to this stunning river. In summer, there are fantastic spots to swim.
Also, in the carpark is a wonderful cafe with great food. absolutely the best coffee and pies!!
6 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Pelorus Bridge station
5949 State Hwy 6Lots of lovely short and long walks through native forest and next to this stunning river. In summer, there are fantastic spots to swim.
Also, in the carpark is a wonderful cafe with great food. absolutely the best coffee and pies!!
This is a 2 minute drive from your accommodation. A great short walk to fantastic views of the Sounds and back to Havelock. There’s also a one hour track if you are feeling more energetic
Cullen Point tracks
Cullen Point tracksThis is a 2 minute drive from your accommodation. A great short walk to fantastic views of the Sounds and back to Havelock. There’s also a one hour track if you are feeling more energetic
Food scene
CURRENTLY CLOSEDThis is our favorite spot in town. Old world charm, great food, cozy atmosphere, and a great garden bar in summer looking over the marina
12 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Captains Daughter
72 Main RoadCURRENTLY CLOSEDThis is our favorite spot in town. Old world charm, great food, cozy atmosphere, and a great garden bar in summer looking over the marina
Great Mussel menu and also some good basics - burgers, pasta and steak. Good wine list. Friendly and simple
8 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
The Mussel Pot Restaurant
73 Main RdGreat Mussel menu and also some good basics - burgers, pasta and steak. Good wine list. Friendly and simple
Amazing location on the marina waterfront. Stunning on a perfect day. Simple good food.
Downside is their opening hours are very random and seem to have ongoing staff issues which determines whether they open or not
19 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Slip Inn Cafe & Restaurant
17 Cook StreetAmazing location on the marina waterfront. Stunning on a perfect day. Simple good food.
Downside is their opening hours are very random and seem to have ongoing staff issues which determines whether they open or not
Recently under new ownership and some of the best Chinese takeaway we’ve ever had. We order from here more than we should!!
Havelock TakeAways
Recently under new ownership and some of the best Chinese takeaway we’ve ever had. We order from here more than we should!!
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Pelorus Mail Boat
The Pelorus Mail Boat Cruise - literally takes mail and groceries to residents in the Sounds that don't have road access! Lots of fun and highly recommended
https://www.themailboat.co.nz/