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Abel Tasman National Park Cruise and Walking Tour Combo
9.4/10
9.4 out of 10Features
- Free cancellation available
- 1d
- Mobile voucher
- Instant confirmation
Overview
- See New Zealand’s most-photographed rock and learn about the myths and legends that surround it
- Visit the fur seal colony at Adele Island and watch the seals playing on the rocks and swimming offshore
- Discover the stunning golden sand beaches and secluded coves of the area
Activity location
- Nelson
- Nelson, Nelson, New Zealand
Meeting/Redemption Point
- 2 Kaiteriteri-Sandy Bay Rd, Kaiteriteri 7197, New Zealand | Please check in at the Abel Tasman Sea Shuttles booking office. The booking office is located midway along Kaiteriteri Beach between Waterfront Restaurant and the Kaiteriteri Store.
- Kaiteriteri, Tasman, New Zealand
Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list
Check availability
Option A: Astrolabe Beaches and Bays
- 1d
- English
What's included, what's not
- All Department of Conservation fees (EAF)
- Water taxi transfers
- Commentary
- Sea shuttle book
What you can expect
Experience the best of Abel Tasman National Park on this full-day boat cruise and walk combo tour.
There are 3 different walk options available on this day of discovery. Enjoy a scenic cruise, visits to Split Apple Rock and a fur seal colony, golden beaches, forest walking, and wildlife encounters all on a single day out.
There are 3 tour options:
Option A: Astrolabe Beaches and Bays
Walking distance: 7 km
Walking time: 2.5 hours
Details: After a scenic cruise, you’ll be dropped off at Apple Tree Bay at 12 PM, for a walk to Anchorage Beach. There is also the option of adding the 1-hour Pitt Head loop track to Te Pukatea Beach.
Pick-up in Anchorage at 3:45 or 5:00 PM
Arrival in Kaiteriteri at 4:20 or 5:30 PM
Option B: Forest and Swing Bridge
Walking distance: 10.5 km
Walking time: 4 hours
Details: Following a scenic cruise, you'll be dropped off at Medlands Beach at 11:30 AM for an interesting walk to Anchorage Beach that includes the scenic highlights of the South Head lookout, the famous Falls River swing bridge and Cleopatra’s Pool.
Pick-up in Anchorage at 3:45 or 5:00 PM
Arrival in Kaiteriteri at 4:20 or 5:30 PM
Option C: 5 Beaches
Walking distance: 8.8 km
Walking time: 3.5 hours
Details: After a scenic cruise, you'll be dropped off at Awaroa at 11:00 AM and enjoy a walk that takes in 5 beaches between Awaroa and your pick-up point at Medlands Beach. This option also features the option of stopping at the Awaroa Lodge Café, where you can enjoy the excellent views and native forests as well as a waterfall and lagoon at Bark Bay. Note that a steep climb from Tonga Quarry requires a reasonable level of fitness.
Pick-up at Medlands Beach at 3:30 or 4:45 PM
Arrival in Kaiteriteri at 4:20 or 5:30 PM
- Summer season only: 15 October-30 April
** Peak summer only: 1 December-31 March
Location
Activity location
- Nelson
- Nelson, Nelson, New Zealand
Meeting/Redemption Point
- 2 Kaiteriteri-Sandy Bay Rd, Kaiteriteri 7197, New Zealand | Please check in at the Abel Tasman Sea Shuttles booking office. The booking office is located midway along Kaiteriteri Beach between Waterfront Restaurant and the Kaiteriteri Store.
- Kaiteriteri, Tasman, New Zealand
- 2 Kaiteriteri-Sandy Bay Rd, Kaiteriteri 7197, New Zealand | Please check in at the Abel Tasman Sea Shuttles booking office. The booking office is located midway along Kaiteriteri Beach between Waterfront Restaurant and the Kaiteriteri Store.
- Kaiteriteri, Tasman, New Zealand