10 Outdoor Activities in Blenheim That You Shouldn't Miss

March 25, 2022 Stefan Strunk

Sample the beloved vintages of the Marlborough Wine Region in Blenheim, an agricultural town in the heart of New Zealand’s renowned wine hub. More than 20 wineries are just a hop, skip and a corkscrew away from Blenheim, where a stream of cafes and restaurants serve up tasty, artisan fare. One of the sunniest towns in New Zealand, Blenheim is the perfect destination for foodies and wine lovers who love to soak up the sun while sipping the fruits of a vineyard’s labor.
Restaurants in Blenheim

1. Wine Tours By Bike

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Wine Tours By Bike

A very warm welcome from Steve and Jo. "This is self-guided biking at its best!". Starting from our base in Renwick, where the highest concentration of cellar doors is found, you will have the freedom to set the pace & decide how far you want to bike, who you want to visit, & all without the pressure of having to keep up with others. FREE SHUTTLE SERVICE TO & FROM YOUR ACCOMMODATION (within 15km of our base in Renwick) so you don’t have to risk drinking & driving. Full emergency back-up service in case you have an issue with your bike (eg. puncture or chain falling off), hi-vis helmets & a detailed cellar door map, a briefing at the start to help you get orientated with the area & to tell you about the different cellar doors & what they offer. Up to date menus for lunch ideas & help to book a table. Free collection of any wines bought on the day. Range of step-thru bikes, tandems, trikes & 4 wheeled bikes (roadsters) & kids bikes. Tow-alongs & trailers (FOC) for families.

2. Book-a-Bike

106 Jeffries Road Antares Homestay, Blenheim 7273 New Zealand +64 3-572 5495 [email protected] http://www.book-a-bike.co.nz
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Book-a-Bike

For a day of fun, cycle the wine trail or explore the region by scooter for a 'taste of Marlborough.' Book-A-Bike, Marlborough for Cycle and Scooter hire is located in the heart of the wine country within 6kms of many iconic wineries. Included in hireage: helmet, hi-viz jerkin, map, water bottle, instruction & recommendations plus fuel & insurance for scooters (conditions apply, Drivers license required). In the interests of safety the use of scooters is not recommended for wine-tasting.

3. Molesworth High Country Tours

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Molesworth High Country Tours

Discover the lifestyle of NZ high country farming on a range of small group escorted tours. Choose from a fun supported cycle tours, escorted historical tours or 4WD self drive tagalong tours to discover the beautiful South Island high country. Enjoy meeting local farmers, visit their homes, experience great farm hospitality, learn about the history of New Zealand's largest high country cattle station. A large range of tours to choose from, sit back and enjoy being driven by your personal guide in a small mini coach for one day, two days, three or a four day Heritage Discovery Tour. Or join a multi-day cycle tour through the Molesworth high country with maximum group size of 14 people, or experience a multi-day self drive 4WD tour.

4. High Country Horse Treks

961 Taylor Pass Road, Blenheim 7274 New Zealand +64 3-577 9424 http://www.high-horse.co.nz/the-treks.html
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High Country Horse Treks

5. Classic Wings Vintage Aeroplane Rides

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Classic Wings Vintage Aeroplane Rides

Experience Marlborough from a whole new perspective. Classic Wings Vintage Aeroplane Rides will show you Marlborough from the air as well as giving you the unique experience of flying in an open cockpit Boeing Stearman where you can sit side by side with your partner.

6. RidgeAir Fixed Wing Charters and Advanced Flight Training

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RidgeAir Fixed Wing Charters and Advanced Flight Training

RidgeAir can provide private Twin Engine All Weather Day & Night Aircraft Charters to anywhere in New Zealand using our twin engine Piper Seneca. Air Safaris and Guided "U Fly" Packages for New Zealand Wide touring are also available. Make the most of your stay in New Zealand with RidgeAir. We specialise in Advanced Multi Engine Instrument Training. RidgeAir services the funeral industry in providing a NZ wide Casket transfer service.

7. Marlborough Aero Club

Omaka Airfield 121 Aerodrome Road RD 2, Blenheim 7272 New Zealand +64 3-578 5073 http://www.marlboroughaeroclub.co.nz/index.php/scenic-flights-and-adventure
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8. Bike Hire Marlborough

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Bike Hire Marlborough

The perfect way to do a self-guided wine tour of the Marlborough wine region. Hire a bike from Bike Hire Marlborough and wine tour by bike for the day around Marlborough's world class wine region. Flat, easy biking and beautiful scenery mean cycling the vineyards is the only way to tour the wineries. Within 3km of our home base at the Vines Village there are over a dozen wineries and river trails, giving you the best location in Marlborough to start riding from. Full day hire includes free pick up from Blenheim or Renwick accommodation. Three hour hire can be picked up from our base or the gelato shop at the The Vines Village. We have ample free parking,toilets and an on-site cafe. We are the only bike hire company in the area to be based on the original Golden Mile and the only company with a winery cellar door onsite. Ride the Golden Mile with us.

9. Jade Tours

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Jade Tours

We offer daily Wine Tours to some of the finest wineries that Marlborough has to offer. You can choose from our Half day, Full day or Private tours to the picturesque cellar doors of our internationally famous wineries and revel in the stunning aromas and textures of their multi-award winning wines. Our wine tours are fun, informative and flexible – choose the homes of your favourite wine labels or let us show you a mixture of the internationally recognised and the boutique family-run wineries. On a private tour, you can meet the stellar wine makers and have a face to face tutorial on the secrets of viticulture and find out for yourself, the dedication and passion that goes into every bottle. You can even blend your personal vintage from the barrels on display. Jade Tours is a Destination Management company and we pride ourselves in providing an exemplary service to our guests. We will fill your holiday in Marlborough with magical memories. Our links to adventure and leisure activities and scenic bus tours around Marlborough, ensure days filled with fun. If preferred, we can package a full 5 star Marlborough experience from luxury lodges, helicopter transfers and gourmet meals and include your preferences from the Sounds in the north to the Whales in Kaikoura and all the adventure activities in between. We have visits to local breweries and gourmet food producers and local ecological attractions. Our new 12 seater luxury bus will ferry you in supreme comfort from your arrival to departure. Our JADE OWL BED and BREAKFAST has 2 comfortable double rooms with queen sized beds and access to our secluded garden. Jade Tours really does make magical memories in Marlborough.

10. AvantiPlus Blenheim

61 Queen Street , CBD Spokesman cycles, Blenheim 7201 New Zealand +64 3-578 0433 [email protected] http://www.bikemarlborough.co.nz
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AvantiPlus Blenheim

Right on the center of Blenheim - With generations of cycle tours under our belt. We have multiple options for comfy, fast, extra small -or extra large , rough :) whichever type of bike you need. The single best way to see Blenheim and explore the Marlborough region is on a bicycle, and the most enjoyable way is on an electric bicycle. We rent bikes, electric assist bikes, tandems and mountain bikes. We also offer long term rentals, Bullitt cargo bikes, Butchers family bikes, kids seats. Let us give you the next euphoric moment. If you'd like more info logon to our platform see-nz com and have a wonder at whats on offer .

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