Tennyson Inlet facts for kids
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Tarakaipā Island north Tennyson Inlet, December 2007
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 Tennyson Inlet
Location in New Zealand Marlborough
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| Coordinates | 41°04′44.08″S 173°47′39.53″E / 41.0789111°S 173.7943139°E |
| Part of | Pelorus Sound / Te Hoiere |
| Max. length | 10 kilometres (6.2 mi) |
| Islands | Tarakaipā Island, Tawhitinui Island |
| Settlements | Duncan Bay, Penzance Bay, Elaine Bay |
Tennyson Inlet is a beautiful part of New Zealand. It is the western arm of Pelorus Sound / Te Hoiere in the Marlborough Sounds. This area is about 10 kilometers (6 miles) long.
The inlet is home to two large islands: Tarakaipā Island and Tawhitinui Island. Many people visit Tennyson Inlet for fun activities. It has three main small towns or areas where people live, mostly for holidays.
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Exploring Tennyson Inlet's Towns
Tennyson Inlet has three main places where people live or stay. These are Duncan Bay, Penzance Bay, and Elaine Bay. Elaine Bay is in the north, and Duncan Bay is in the south.
There are also other smaller bays. Some of these include Te Mako, Harvey Bay, and Tuna Bay. You can find small holiday homes or campsites in some of these quieter spots. For example, Godsiff Bay has a hut, and Elaine Bay has a campsite.
How to Get to Tennyson Inlet
Getting to Tennyson Inlet is quite easy by car. You need to turn off State Highway 6 at Rai Valley. Follow the signs towards French Pass and Tennyson Inlet.
If you want to go to Penzance Bay or Duncan Bay, turn right at the bridge. To reach Elaine Bay, keep going on the Croisilles-French Pass road. Roads to Elaine Bay were built in 1957. The road to Duncan and Penzance Bay opened in 1960. Some campsites, like Ngawhakawhiti and Tawa Bay, can only be reached by boat.
Fun Things to Do at Tennyson Inlet
Tennyson Inlet is a popular spot for outdoor activities. Many people enjoy fishing and boating here. The boat ramps are close to cities like Nelson and Blenheim.
Duncan Bay is a favorite starting point for boaters. It is the closest place in the Marlborough Sounds to launch a boat from Nelson. You can also find walking tracks along the inlet. These tracks connect different bays, offering great views.
Walking and Nature
The Nydia Track starts at Duncan Bay. This is a two-day walk that ends at Kaiuma Bay. Remember to arrange your transport from Kaiuma Bay beforehand. There are no shops or public transport there.
The native forest around Tennyson Inlet is also a big draw. It is a beautiful place to explore nature. Many people own holiday homes, called baches, in this area. However, not many people live here all year round.
