Pelorus Bridge is a picturesque riverside site, located halfway between Blenheim and Nelson in Marlborough. It offers visitors the chance to experience the enchanted atmosphere of Middle-earth™ that has made it a coveted filming location for the movie The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug. Here, one can go kayaking on the beautiful Pelorus River, or take a guided tour along the riverbanks. There is plenty of native birdlife to spot, as well as an abundance of lush forest to explore and bat reserves to visit. To stay in the area, there is a campground in the nearby scenic reserve - a great spot for swimming, bush-walking and simply marveling at the natural beauty Pelorus Bridge has to offer.