abel tasman national park day trips
A coastal paradise with golden bays, tranquil lagoons and crystal clear water - the ideal place to relax on deserted beaches, kayak through azure seas, stroll on leafy tracks or just to laze and dream. the resurgence is 15-20 minutes drive from kaiteriteri and marahau, gateways to the abel tasman and the start of the day trips.
Hop on a water taxi and walk from bay to bay on the beautiful abel tasman coastal track. Explore the many small coves by kayak stopping on white sand beaches and meeting the seals. Go with a guide and learn more about local history, flora & fauna. Relax on a luxury boat and let the dolphins come to you. Let the wind do the work as you by sail past split apple rock.
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Price guide:
$ $0-$149
$$ $150-$249
$$$ $250+
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abel tasman water taxi & walk $
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abel tasman luxury boat $$
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Pack a picnic and catch the 8:45am, 9:15 or 10:30 water taxi from Kaiteriteri / Marahau and walk 1 - 6 hours, stop for a swim and return by a 4pm water taxi. Alternatively, stay on board for a leisurely cruise.
Also available with a private guide $$$.
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Depart at 10am and cruise into deserted bays away from the crowds. Hop off for a swim or try your hand at kayaking in shallow waters. After a delicious buffet lunch, walk over the headland to the next bay. With a maximum of 4 couples, this trip is a delight.
Available for private charter $$$.
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abel tasman kayak & walk $$
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abel tasman full day kayak $$
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Catch a 9am water taxi from Marahau, kayak amongst the seals in the Marine Reserve, lunch on an unspoilt beach and walk 2 hours to Torrent Bay to catch the return water taxi.
Guided kayak plus either a guided or a freedom walk.
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A full day of sea kayaking along the coast of the Abel Tasman. Select the 'Tonga Marine Reserve' for an encounter with the seals or the 'Adele Island Birdsong' for a paddle exploring nature and local conservation (no water taxis) focussing on the birds of Adele Island. Both with lunch stops on unspoilt beaches.
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abel tasman sailing $$
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abel tasman seal swim $$
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A full day sailing on a 20 person catermaran or a shorter sail plus a walk. Great fun on a sunny day (but beware, there is no shade).
Get the wind in your hair and swim off a golden beach.
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One of only 2 swim with seals trips in New Zealand.
At its best in late summer when the seal pups want to interact.
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the resurgence
Hosts: Peter & Clare
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"The Abel Tasman is one the most beautiful places on earth"
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