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Cable Bay Adventure Park

277 reviews

#1 of 40 Outdoor Activities in Nelson

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About Cable Bay Adventure Park

Cable Bay Adventure Park (formerly Happy Valley Adventures). Only 15 minutes from central Nelson and home to the amazing Skywire Experience - the worlds longest flying fox; guided Quad bike tours, Horse treks, ride in the amphibious Argo or challenge your friends to a game of Paintball. Licensed Cafe onsite. Walking, MTB and E-Bikes all coming for Summer 2018/2019. Open 7 days, see website for booking times (closed Christmas Day only)

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Hours Today: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

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Certificate of Excellence

Contact

Nelson, New Zealand

Website

+64 3-545 0304

Travellers talk about

“quad biking”(33 reviews)
“happy valley”(37 reviews)
“sky wire”(47 reviews)

Tours and Tickets by Cable Bay Adventure Park

Horse Trek Farm Tour

US$58.66 per adult

SKYWIRE Experience

US$65.56 per adult

Quad Bike - Farm Forest Ride

US$86.26 per adult

Horse Trek Bayview-South Side

US$113.87 per adult

Quad Bike - Bayview Circuit

US$120.77 per adult

1 - 10 of 272 reviews

Niallfitz55

Wellington, New Zealand

112

Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile

Great Horse Trek

Went for a one hour horse trek with my 12 year old daughter. Never did it before so nothing to compare it to but we both really enjoyed it and the service was excellent throughout!

Date of experience: January 2019

Thank Niallfitz55

AlanaJ144

Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile

Great fun!

Went on a spontaneous trip up to cable bay and up the sky wire. Was very safe and had great views. Would definitely recommend.

Date of experience: January 2019

Thank AlanaJ144

Thanks for the great review Alana. Glad you enjoyed the Skywire

DCH47

Chula Vista, California

236183

Reviewed 4 weeks ago

An absolutely wonderful day

I was on a cruise with a stop in Nelson looking for something a little bit different to do. I found the perfect activity at Cable Bay Adventure Park and booked an ATV ride and the Skywire. I had a great time and the day...More

Date of experience: December 2018

Thank DCH47

Thanks for the fantastic review Don, was a pleasure meeting you and glad we were able to provide you with a great experience while stopped in Nelson. Trust the rest of the cruise went well and hope you have a great festive season

dioz155

Christchurch, New Zealand

Reviewed 4 December 2018

skywire adventure park

great fun at the skywire adventure park enjoyed riding in the van uphill to wear the ride was lots of pictures atop the hill friendly staff

Date of experience: November 2018

Thank dioz155

Glad you enjoyed your time here and thanks for the great review

Tom L

Shrewsbury, United Kingdom

1812

Reviewed 23 November 2018

Skyline

Great experience but very safe ! Enjoyable ride up and back very informative and funny. You have a sense of speed but at times so peaceful. Would recommend it for anyone.

Date of experience: November 2018

Thank Tom L

Thanks for the great review Tom and glad you enjoyed the experience

katmees96

Reviewed 13 November 2018 via mobile

Horse trek and quad tour

I had a fantastic day out exploring, I highly recommend both activities. My beautiful horse Rocky was great to ride, and the quad bike was also fun.

Date of experience: November 2018

Thank katmees96

Thanks for the great review and recommendation and glad you enjoyed the activities.

onlynay

Nelson, New Zealand

211

Reviewed 6 November 2018

Horse riding

Took my 11 year old buddy horseriding for an hour. Was really lovely. He was a total beginner and they gave him a lovely calm horse, and were encouraging. He had a great time. I'm a more experienced rider, and they gave me a perfect...More

Date of experience: October 2018

Thank onlynay

Thanks for the great review and glad you enjoyed it out here so much. I'll make sure to pass onto the horse guides the great feedback and look forward to seeing you again for the longer trek

LindaV1935

Reviewed 15 October 2018 via mobile

Linda varnavides

Absolutely fabulous. So lucky to have just been out in the beautiful countryside with sister and our 2 trusty steeds. Beautiful big Ben and Grumpy Goldie ...sweet xx.. what a lovely ride they both provided us.One of the highlights of my 2 week holiday. Highly...More

Date of experience: October 2018

Thank LindaV1935

An absolute pleasure to have you out here Linda and glad it was such a highlight for you - I'll make sure to pass on your positive feedback to the guide. Thanks for the great review

Hauri

Winnipeg, Canada

Reviewed 11 October 2018 via mobile

Awesome skywire experience!

We had a great time flying above the canopy on the skywire! Beautiful views from the top. Richard was our guide for this experience - very knowledgeable and friendly. Would definitely recommend this great experience

Date of experience: October 2018

Thank Hauri

Thanks for the 5 star review and glad you had a great time here. It is stunning up there isn't it!

jack-n12345

Reviewed 8 October 2018

Unforgettable.

Awesome experience and really good people - unforgettable. Awesome service from pick up from Nelson city to fun on the flying fox. What a nice cafe with a personal touch from passionate owners, loved it!

Date of experience: October 2018

Thank jack-n12345

Thanks for the great review Jack - was great meeting you both and glad you enjoyed your time here. Enjoy the rest of your trip!

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Graeme B

Are you open in public holidays.

5 January 2018|

AnswerShow all 2 answers

Yes we are open every day of the year except Christmas day. Current summer hours are 9am - 5pm and we can do special events at otherhours by arrangement