Guided Tours

Half Day tours

 

Paradise is this close...
See the most in just half a day - explore the beaches and islands see the most picturesque scenery the Abel Tasman has to offer.

Half Day Kayak& Water Taxi- $115 pp


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Abel Tasman Birdsong Trust

This trip showcases the Bird Sanctuary of Adele Island and our continued contribution to the Abel Tasman Birdsong Trust

See the most in just half a day.

Taking you further! This quality kayak and Aqua Taxi tour travels one way into the park so you can see the most in just half a day. Explore beaches and islands in the Astrolabe region.
AM Trip: Enjoy a guided paddle between Marahau and Watering Cove.  Then return by Aqua Taxi for a scenic cruise back to Marahau. 
PM Trip: Enjoy an Aqua Taxi ride to Watering Cove. Join your guide at Watering Cove for lunch before kayaking to Marahau along the Abel Tasman coastline.

Duration: Half Day
Check-in:

8.30am  (am trip) (1 Oct - 30 Apr)
11.30am (pm trip) (1 Nov - 30 Apr)
9.00am (am trip) (1 May - 30 Sep)
Open: Open all year
Age: Minimum 12 years, under the age of 16 you need to be accompanied by an adult on a 1 to 1 ratio
Prior Experience: Not necessary
Food: Lunch can be provided for $13pp or bring your own
Paddling: Approximately 2 hours
Kayak Sailing: Yes if conditions allow
Guided Bush Walk: No
Bus: $20 Nelson return, free Motueka return
Boat: One Aqua Taxi cruise

Half Day Seal Sanctuary Tour - $179pp


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Marine Permit

Scroll over icon for more information on how Abel Tasman Kayaks holds only one of three commercial permits to view marine mammals on our kayaking tours!

Start with a scenic ride on our Aqua Taxi into the best sea kayaking territory in the park. From Onetahuti explore the surrounding coastline and the jewel in the Abel Tasman crown - Tonga Island. Observe the antics of the resident New Zealand Fur Seals Kekeno and watch out for little blue penguins, too! You will have ample to spend with the playful kekeno who call the island home. Return by Aqua Taxi to Marahau.

Duration: Half Day
Check-in:

8.30am  (am trip)

11.30am (pm trip)

Open: 1 Nov - 30 Apr
Age: Minimum 14 years, under the age of 16 you need to be accompanied by an adult on a 1 to 1 ratio
Prior Experience: Not necessary
Food: Lunch can be provided for $13pp or bring your own
Paddling: Approximately 2 hours, interspersed with breaks
Kayak Sailing: Yes if conditions allow
Guided Bush Walk: No
Bus: $20 Nelson return, free Motueka return
Boat: Two Aqua Taxi cruises