Seals, bush and beach walk in the Abel Tasman National Park. Departing from Kaiteriteri or Marahau, cruise to Torrent Bay and enjoy a leisurely walk through the native bush and golden beaches to Onetahuti (Tonga Bay). On the cruise
back you will visit the resident seal colony.
Sail & Cruise - A morning catamaran sailing tour followed by an afternoon Maxi Taxi tour showcasing the entire Abel Tasman coastline into Golden Bay. Spend an hour ashore with a short guided walk to the Abel Tasman memorial, then 20 minutes at the Pohara Sands bar and cafe.
Your experienced guide will give you all of the options and instructions for your day in the National Park. Cruise to the top of the park before you sea kayaking in the most scenic spots along the parks coast. Stop at a sheltered cove
for lunch (included) take time out to relax on the beach or explore the native bush. Your adventure will finish at Torrent Bay Lodge before joining the cruise back to Kaiteriteri.
Abel Tasman National Park is located in the north western corner of the South Island with easy access from Nelson. The track passes through unspoiled native forest largely following the coastline, giving frequent views of gently curved beaches of golden sand separated by rocky headlands.
Abel Tasman National Park is located in the north western corner of the South Island with easy access from Nelson. The track passes through unspoiled native forest largely following the coastline, giving frequent views of gently curved beaches of golden sand separated by rocky headlands. This is an enchanted coast with delightful waterfalls spilling into tranquil lagoons and streams trickling through rocks to the sea. The water is clear and clean, home to a wide variety of fish as well as dolphins, penguins and seals.
This flexible day trip offers cruise or cruise & walk options from 1.5 hours to 3.5 hours with a full commentary to introduce you to this fascinating region.
The Resurgence is "Five Star Nature". An environmental award-winning Lodge with native birds, bush tracks and 50 acres of wilderness. The Resurgence is the closest 5 star accommodation to the Abel Tasman National Park.
The Abel Tasman National Park is renowned for it’s kayaking, which is easy and requires very little
strength or skill. Double kayaks are used for stability and the advantage of having two people share
the paddling effort. Guides provide full training and travel with you to explore the Park’s protected
coastline, the myriad of bays and lagoons. Below is a five day sea kayaking and walking itinerary
and a three day option is also available. Kayaking is optional on these trips and if you’re not enjoying
the experience you are welcome to join the walkers or travel in one of the launches.
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The Abel Tasman National Park is renowned for it's kayaking, which is easy and requires very little strength or skill. Double kayaks are used for stability and the advantage of having two people share the paddling effort. Guides provide full training and travel with you to explore the Park's protected coastline, the myriad of bays and lagoons. Below is a three day sea kayaking and walking itinerary and a five day option is also available. Kayaking is optional on these trips and if you're not enjoying the experience you are welcome to join the walkers or travel in one of the launches.