Havelock Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Marlborough which includes forests, mountains and a marina
Havelock featuring tranquil scenes and a lake or waterhole
Marlborough which includes forests, a bay or harbour and mountains
Marlborough showing mountains, forests and tranquil scenes
Havelock showing a bay or harbour
The “Green-lipped Mussel Capital of the World” in the heart of the Marlborough Sounds makes the most of nature’s gifts.

The stunning Pelorus and Kaituna rivers flow into the even more stunning Pelorus and Kenepuru sounds, right where Havelock sits right by the water’s edge. It’s a great place to tune into nature by hiking, cycling, sailing or kayaking around the sounds. After exploring the Marlborough Sounds, visit the shops, art galleries and cafés in Havelock’s colonial town centre. Did we mention the mussels? Don’t forget to try those mussels!

Peaceful, private and stunning  views
Peaceful, private and stunning views
Mahakipawa Arm
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Havelock. Enjoy a garden, tennis courts, and patios. Popular attractions Mahakipawa Arm and Pelorus Eco ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (185 reviews)
So right for us we immediately felt at home
"Four days of perfect summer wrather meant plenty of swimming, walking, eating and drinking, including at Havelock,s 2 excellent restaurants. Very peaceful and quiet, yet easily within reach of many gorgeous areas. One highlight was swimming in the Pelorus River at Totara Flat"

Reviewed on 11 Dec. 2024

Peaceful, private and stunning views
Bora castle.
Cottage with stunning sea views.
Bora castle. Cottage with stunning sea views.
Havelock
Stay at this cottage in Havelock. Enjoy free WiFi, patios, and Netflix. Popular attractions Pelorus Eco Adventures and Mahakipawa Arm are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (103 reviews)
Bora Castle Rules
"This artfully designed cottage is perfect for two couples with two en-suite bedrooms both with mountain and sound views. The property and the cottage were meticulously maintained and located a short 5-10 minute walk to the charming town of Havelock. The owners were very welcoming and kind we cannot ..."

Reviewed on 30 Nov. 2024

Bora castle. Cottage with stunning sea views.
Marlborough Sounds Holiday Home Brand New Sea Views 3brm with Large Deck
Marlborough Sounds Holiday Home Brand New Sea Views 3brm with Large Deck
Havelock
Stay at this vacation home in Havelock. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and patios. Popular attractions Mahakipawa Arm and Pelorus Eco Adventures are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (44 reviews)
Happiness in Havelock
"A lovely spot with immaculate views, the kids loved the supplied kayaks. Getting them home and cleaning them was a small challenge. House and gardens were perfect with local birdlife hopping through the trees. Bedding was comfortable and clean. Kitchen well appointed."

Reviewed on 6 Oct. 2024

Marlborough Sounds Holiday Home Brand New Sea Views 3brm with Large Deck
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Peaceful, private and stunning  views
Peaceful, private and stunning views
Mahakipawa Arm
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Havelock. Enjoy a garden, tennis courts, and patios. Popular attractions Mahakipawa Arm and Pelorus Eco ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (185 reviews)
So right for us we immediately felt at home
"Four days of perfect summer wrather meant plenty of swimming, walking, eating and drinking, including at Havelock,s 2 excellent restaurants. Very peaceful and quiet, yet easily within reach of many gorgeous areas. One highlight was swimming in the Pelorus River at Totara Flat"

Reviewed on 11 Dec. 2024

Peaceful, private and stunning views
Bora castle.
Cottage with stunning sea views.
Bora castle. Cottage with stunning sea views.
Havelock
Stay at this cottage in Havelock. Enjoy free WiFi, patios, and Netflix. Popular attractions Pelorus Eco Adventures and Mahakipawa Arm are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (103 reviews)
Bora Castle Rules
"This artfully designed cottage is perfect for two couples with two en-suite bedrooms both with mountain and sound views. The property and the cottage were meticulously maintained and located a short 5-10 minute walk to the charming town of Havelock. The owners were very welcoming and kind we cannot ..."

Reviewed on 30 Nov. 2024

Bora castle. Cottage with stunning sea views.
Marlborough Sounds Holiday Home Brand New Sea Views 3brm with Large Deck
Marlborough Sounds Holiday Home Brand New Sea Views 3brm with Large Deck
Havelock
Stay at this vacation home in Havelock. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and patios. Popular attractions Mahakipawa Arm and Pelorus Eco Adventures are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (44 reviews)
Happiness in Havelock
"A lovely spot with immaculate views, the kids loved the supplied kayaks. Getting them home and cleaning them was a small challenge. House and gardens were perfect with local birdlife hopping through the trees. Bedding was comfortable and clean. Kitchen well appointed."

Reviewed on 6 Oct. 2024

Marlborough Sounds Holiday Home Brand New Sea Views 3brm with Large Deck
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Havelock

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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

The mussel cruise was great as was the mussels! And the local pub has good beer and a good pub menu to choose from.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Nice little town, with a few nice things to do, enough to entertain you for one day or two. Glow worms, waterfall walk and marina Bay a few highlights to mension

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Great place

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

Typical ageing small town NZ, struggling to survive. The profits from the mussel capital of NZ don't appear to be spent in the town.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Enjoyed the Mail Run on Pelorus Sound.......also enjoyed French Pass!