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Abel Tasman National Park

The perfect place for fun in and on the water

From peaceful paddling to heart-pumping canyoning, Nelson Tasman delivers on all things water. Cruise the coast, kayak hidden bays, paddle a waka, or dive into freshwater canyons—there’s no better place to make a splash.

Dive into savings on water adventures

Make your Abel Tasman adventure even sweeter with exclusive offers. View all deals.

Locals Deal Nelson Tasman
25% off deal
Multiday Kayak & Walk Abel Tasman - Wilsons Abel Tasman

Locals Deal Nelson Tasman & Golden Bay Residents

Locals save 25% across Vista Cruises, day trips, kayaking & lodge-based multiday trips.

25%Off

Valid between 20 September 2026 12:00 pm - 17 September 2027 12:00 pm
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Locals Deal Nelson Tasman
25% off deal
Sea Kayaking Trips | Wilsons Abel Tasman

Locals Deal Nelson Tasman Golden Bay Residents

Locals save 25% across Vista Cruises, day trips, kayaking & lodge-based multiday trips.

25%Off

Valid between 20 September 2026 12:00 pm - 16 January 2027 11:00 am
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Cruise, Walk & Sail
$212 deal
Scheduled Day Tours with Abel Tasman Sailing Adventures

Cruise, Walk & Sail

Cruise to Anchorage, enjoy a 1.5 hour walk then afternoon sail back to Kaiteriteri.

From
$212NZD

per person

Valid between 1 June 2026 12:00 pm - 29 April 2027 12:00 pm
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Sea Kayak, Stroll, Seals, Sail
$402 deal
Scheduled Day Tours with Abel Tasman Sailing Adventures

Sea Kayak, Stroll, Seals, Sail Departs from Mārahau

Enjoy a half day guided kayak tour to Watering Cove, a short walk & relaxing afternoon sail

From
$402NZD

per person (12+ years only)

Valid between 1 June 2026 12:00 pm - 29 April 2027 12:00 pm
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Choose your water adventure

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Abel Tasman Kayaks Rentals

Hiring a kayak to explore the Abel Tasman National Park. Before you depart our base we provide a comprehensive safety briefing ensuring you are confident. No prior experience (for most trips) is required, just a love of adventure.
NZ$99 - NZ$375
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Abel Tasman Kayaks

Abel Tasman Kayaks offers low impact kayaking trips as a way to explore the Abel Tasman's beautiful golden beaches, coves, lagoons, offshore islands, wildlife and the native forest fringing the granite coastline.
NZ$75 - NZ$1500
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3 National Parks in 3 Days

This is the ultimate hiking getaway. With Nelson city as base, explore three diverse and unique landscapes. This package offers 3 days of fully guided walk experiences in three very different National Parks, Abel Tasman, Kahurangi and Nelson Lakes.
NZ$1499 - NZ$1499
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Abel Tasman Sea Shuttle Cruises and Water Taxis

Welcome to Abel Tasman Sea Shuttle, we are transport and adventure tourism operators in the Abel Tasman National Park, New Zealand. We specialise in taking clients into the Abel Tasman National Park by boat with our customised fleet of ferries.
NZ$40 - NZ$260
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Abel Tasman Freedom Kayak Rentals by MSK

Discover the Abel Tasman coastline at your own pace with a freedom kayak rental from Mārahau. Explore golden beaches, hidden coves, and clear waters with a paddling partner, after a full safety briefing and expert tips from our local instructors.
NZ$110 - NZ$600
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Abel Tasman Canyons - Kiwis can fly combo

Cable Bay Adventure Park and Abel Tasman Canyons have created this combo of wild water and high-speed thrills. Imagine jumping, sliding, abseiling and ziplining through a canyon followed by soaring down on one of the world's longest flying foxes.
NZ$449 - NZ$449
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Abel Tasman AquaTaxi - Awaroa Escape

Cruise into Abel Tasman by water taxi, then choose your adventure. Stroll an easy one-hour track from Onetahuti to Awaroa, or take on the longer three-hour walk from Bark Bay. Both finish at Awaroa before your afternoon ride back across the bays.
NZ$117 - NZ$127
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Kaiteriteri Kayaks

Kaiteriteri Kayaks has been operating sea kayaking tours in the Abel Tasman National Park for nearly 20 years. With every trip we ensure that: safety is a priority; everyone has a relaxed time in an enjoyable atmosphere.
NZ$30 - NZ$199
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Stay near the water

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25% off deal available

Meadowbank Homestead - Wilsons Abel Tasman

One of only 2 Beachfront Lodges within the boundaries of Abel Tasman National Park. Accommodation for guests of Wilsons Abel Tasman 2 or 5-day trips. Rates all inclusive: Vista Cruise transport, all food and guided activity options.
from NZ$495
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$195 off deal available

Kaiteriteri Recreation Reserve Apartments

We are famous for golden beaches and crystal clear water, but Kaiteriteri has so much more, from mountain bike trails, world-class food & wine & national parks including the Abel Tasman within 1 hour - Kaiteriteri is a destination beyond the beach.
from NZ$195
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blurry placeholderRelax and rejuvenate in our outdoor Stoked Hot Tub and two saunas. The Hot Tub and Infrared Sauna are located by the river amidst the forest to unwind and detox in complete privacy.
$250 off deal available

Reconnect with Nature - Maruia River Retreat

The Reconnect with Nature stay is a solo or couple retreat. Includes your private villa accommodation, daily breakfast and dinners, yoga classes, forest bathing and use of the facilities with plenty of quiet time to rest.
from NZ$1000
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Abel Tasman Ocean View Chalets

Private accommodation perfect for your Abel Tasman Holiday. Nestled among native bush with stunning views, we have a range of accommodation to suit all needs. Enjoy a coffee whilst watching the sun rise or relax in bed and enjoy the dawn chorus.
from NZ$175
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Waka Abel Tasman - an experience like no other

At Kaiteretere Beach, near the top of the South Island, Waka Abel Tasman will offer you an on-the-water experience like no other.
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