Travel with speed and style for the same fare as a small water taxi on our vista cruise shuttle service. Huts andor campsites on the track the walk takes 35 days to complete. Water taxies and smaller ferries, make even the remote places around new zealand accessible. Abel tasman coast track abel tasman national park all you. Abel tasman coast track abel tasman national park 2020. You can choose to explore the park from land, on the water, or in the air, with tour operators aplenty offering cruises, water taxi services, kayaking options, helitours and sailing catamarans. Pay your fees by booking the huts andor campsites before you start the track. Abel tasman national park ferries and water taxis directory. The summer season in the abel tasman starts at the beginning of october and goes through till the end of april. The most popular option is to catch a water taxi from kaiteriteri beach out to one of the golden bays in abel tasman national park and begin your walk.
Abel tasman national park best time to visit top tips. Tours with abel tasman sea shuttles to abel tasman. Abel tasman national park ferries are relatively affordable and are a great way to reach different parts of new zealand. Find shuttle services and water taxis for the abel tasman coast track. To combine on existing trips to and from abel tasman if you want to combine on a chartered trip contact us or book online a scheduled. During your journey theyll share their stories and years of knowledge with you, unscripted and. However, if you have weak leg joints, or poor balance, you might prefer to bring them. Thats just one word to describe new zealands abel tasman national park. Your accommodation is now reserved but is not confirmed until you complete the payment process. Abel tasman coastal track info and shuttle bus transport. We would leave our campervan in marahau and end in wainui bay. Jun 11, 2016 hiking the abel tasman coast track our tips and tricks. Aquataxi into the heart of the park, onetahuti and walk part of the abel tasman coastal track to anchorage 6hrs. Abel tasman national park water taxi wilsons abel tasman.
Abel tasman sea shuttles welcome you into the beautiful abel tasman national park in new zealand. Abel tasman coastal track tales of travel abel tasman. Marahauwater taxisthe locals choice for water taxis into the abel tasman. Choose to walk the whole track or water taxi or kayak between different locations at any time of the year. Abel tasman coast track, abel tasman national park. Getting out into abel tasman national park book a water taxi. Nov 19, 2019 our bus arrived promptly on time and took us to marahau, only an hour drive away.
You have 25 minutes from now to complete the payment process. Abel tasman national park south island new zealand afar. There are 4 huts and 18 campsites along the abel tasman coast track, which must be booked in advance all year round. Is it necessary to prebook water taxis in advance to visit abel tasman national park. Hike the entire abel tasman coastal track or just one or two parts to get an idea of this beautiful subtropical paradise of white golden beaches, turquoise blue crystalclear sea, and a lush coastal native bush with huge fern trees. Walk an epic section of the abel tasman coastal track from torrent bay to bark bay 2. Instead of up and down mountains, this one way hike alternates in and out of lush, fernfilled forests, onto beaches of golden sand, and through estuaries that change with the tide. Welcome to abel tasman sea shuttle we are extraordinary transport and adventure tourism operators in the abel tasman national park, new zealand. It is very easy to get yourself out into the abel tasman national park and enjoy walking part of the coastal track. There are tent sites located along the beach which are dedicated to the use of people walking the coastal track. Walk the whole track in either direction, take a water taxi or kayak between different locations. Find and book guided walking packages to experience this spectacular coastal track. The abel tasman national park is an easilyaccessible coastal paradise. Situated at the top of new zealands south island near the towns of motueka and takaka, the coastal track will amaze you with its beautiful golden beaches, native bush and wildlife.
Marahau water taxis is the only water transport company operating in the abel tasman to have its own general store, camping ground, sea. Enjoy abel tasman national park activities while staying. Because of its easy accessibility for boats, you have the option to walk a portion of the trail for a day or the entire length over 35 days. Abel tasman aquataxi abel tasman new zealands most.
Abel tasman coast track new zealand hiking trails tourism. Abel tasman coast track get out and walk events and. Is it necessary to pre book water taxis in advance to visit abel tasman national park. Oct 01, 2018 abel tasman coast track blessed with a mild climate, golden beaches and coastal forest, the abel tasman coast track really has it all. The abel tasman track is new zealands most popular tramp, catering to 200,000 walkers each year, because of its moderately easy path, mild weather yearround, and the ample amount of camping provided. And this is where our abel tasman coastal track walk begun. Marahau water taxis runs scheduled services up and down the abel tasman throughout the day dropping off and picking up passengers at the. The abel tasman coast track has four main entrances. I guess with any of the great walks the logistics of it can be troublesome but that isnt the issue with the abel tasman with water taxi s readily on hand. It extends from marahau in the south to wainui in the north, with many side tracks. The abel tasman coastal track is an easy hike following the coast line in the abel tasman national park in the north of the south island. Marahau water taxis provides water transportation services in the abel tasman.
Abel tasman is a hikers paradise with several stages. The coastal track is well formed and walking sticks are not necessary. Abel tasman coast track is one of new zealands great walks, and it means one thing when doing a multiday trek, you need to book your accommodation well in advance, because the hike is superpopular, especially during the main season between november and april. Before you start walking the abel tasman coast track, you need to book. The abel tasman national park is the best bit of new zealand. This makes it ideal for oneway trips into the abel tasman and then a walk back to your vehicle. The track is named for the famous dutch explorer, abel tasman, who first came to the area in the 1600s.
We are going to spend 7 weeks in new zealand this novemberdecember. You will have to book quite far in advance in order for us to be successful with confirming the dates you request, especially if you wish to travel in the height of the season which is february and march. One way water taxi fares with abel tasman sea shuttles. Water taxi to torrent bay, walk the scenic coastal track to bark bay 2.
Abel tasman national park ferries, water taxis and water buses may provide public transport in urban waters for passengers. Experiencing the abel tasman coastal track one of new zealand s great walks, this track is the perfect way to explore the unmatchable beauty of the abel tasman national park. The abel tasman national park contains a great number of walk sections, trip. Abel tasman coastal track new zealands smallest national park certainly packs a punch. Hiking the abel tasman coast track our tips and tricks. It is one of two main tracks through the park, the other being the abel tasman inland track, which stretches for 38 km between tinline bay and torrent bay off the main coastal track. The abel tasman coast track is one of the easiest trails in new zealand so a great option for families. You have room to move around, or relax in comfortable seating with tables on upper and lower viewing decks. Nz hiking the abel tasman trail with young children.
You will have to book quite far in advance in order for us to be successful with confirming the dates you request, especially if you wish to travel at the height of the season which is february and march. The most popular option is to catch a water taxi from kaiteriteri beach out to one of the golden bays in. This email address is being protected from spambots. I will be visiting abel tasman in feb, 2011 for 4 days. This is a great time to walk the track as the weather is almost always fine and the park is buzzing with life as this is. The track is maintained to a very high standard, there is no point higher than 200 metres and even heavy hiking boots are not necessary.
At the start of the abel tasman coastal track at the start of the abel tasman coastal track marahau to anchorage. Unlike so many of the great ragged mountains that dot the country, abel tasman curves along the north coast of the south island, peppered with golden sand beaches and steep cliffs that fall away to crystalblue water. On day one we walked the coastal track from awaroa to medlands beach. Everything you need to know to hike the abel tasman track. Frequently asked questions faqs abel tasman guides. The abel tasman is beautiful no matter what time of year it is. Departing from kaiteriteri or totaranui thoughout the year. I will be staying in kaiteriteri and visiting atnp on december 9th, 10th, and 11th. If you are short of time experience the best of abel tasman s beautiful beaches and native forests with this one day guided walk. Booking a water taxi into the abel tasman has never been easier. The abel tasman coast track is a 60 kilometres 37 mi long walking track within the abel tasman national park in new zealand.
Entirely different than the rest of the country, its a true hikers paradise, either for the experienced trekker or the beginner hiker. Marahau water taxis runs scheduled services up and down the abel tasman throughout the day dropping off and picking up passengers at the six main coastal access points within the park. If you are short of time experience the best of abel tasmans beautiful beaches and native forests with this one day guided walk. Abel tasman classic catch a morning water taxi into the park, checking out the coastline right up to totaranui and back to torrent bay. Transport tofrom the startend of the track or midpoints along the track the walk is oneway with track ends approx. Find independent hiking options for you to experience the track unguided. Enjoy abel tasman national park activities while staying at. A complete guide to hiking the abel tasman track new zealand. However, i am not sure of the exact times during each day when i will need to. Talk to our local experts to pick the top abel tasman water taxi experiences. Abel tasman national park ferries and water taxis new zealand. Our bus arrived promptly on time and took us to marahau, only an hour drive away. Book with wilsons abel tasman vista cruise and pay no more than a water taxi shuttle fare to travel in style. Abel tasman coastal track book by mike crudge abel.
The abel tasman track is one of new zealands 9 great walks and therefore is extremely popular. To make a booking for torrent bay please call us on 0800 278 282. Trek express provide trampers transport to abel tasman track. Scheduled sailings depart daily and are a popular way to experience the abel tasman coastal track. Abel tasman national park scenic cruises and water taxis escape the ordinary.
Abel tasman is fortunate to have a number of different water taxi operators. Our water taxi base is located close to the entrance of the abel tasman coastal track. Totaranui is another long, goldensand beach, and the only part of the coastal track that is accessible by road. Abel tasman coast track abel tasman national park all. Check out our abel tasman day walks abel tasman aqua taxi. Everything you need to know about the abel tasman coast track one of the best in new zealand. Its 67 km from nelson on sealed road providing access by water taxi.
Enjoy a scenic cruise of the abel tasman aboard one of our three purpose built motorised catamaran water taxis, with easy walk on access for all age groups. We specialise in taking clients into the abel tasman national park by boat with our customised fleet of ferries and. One of the things on our list is doing the 5day abel tasman coastal track independently. Hiking the abel tasman coast track another adventure. Abel tasman national park things to see and do nelson. Marahau water taxis provides water transportation services in the abel tasman national park, all year round. Abel tasman sea shuttle our trips offer you superb experiences in the abel tasman national park, while traveling on clear, blue water. This is one of new zealand great hikes that can be done either going continue reading. I want to walk the coastal path in sections using water taxis to get back to my car each night. The track is in new zealands famous abel tasman national park, located at the top of the south island.
There are options to do short, hourlong sections of the track, to walk the entire length of the park or something inbetween. You can book water taxi rides in the nelson isite visitors information centre or on line. Hiking the abel tasman coastal track in abel tasman national park, new zealand is a unique hiking experience. Mar 31, 2018 everything you need to know about the abel tasman coast track one of the best in new zealand.
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