New Zealand · NATIONAL PARK TOURS IN NELSON
The shortlist you would text a friend before they leave: 8 national park tours in Nelson that hold up, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the catch nobody mentions.
Sail Abel Tasman’s golden coast, spot fur seals, then walk from Anchorage Bay to Marahau on this flexible 8-hour outing.
“Great day in Abel Tasman National Park. Fantastic ‘guides’ Nick and Claudia, very personable and knowledgable, and a great laid back atmosphere on board. I highly recommend this trip.”
Review the Abel Tasman cruise, Pitt Head walk, and yacht sail. See what is included, what to bring, and if this $122 tour suits you.
“We loved the hike from Anchorage Bay and the scenery getting there was amazing. Nick was one of the skips he was neat. He and his off sider (?) Claudia (Canadian girl) just made the trip. Would I do it again... definately.”
Review the Abel Tasman hike and cruise from Nelson, with practical details on timing, guides, lunch, fitness, scenery, and value.
“Even on a rainy day awesome experience! Thanks to Lucy who kept the mood up and shared their knowledge on plants and whole New Zealand with us.”
Review of Abel Tasman’s 7.5-hour sailing tour from Kaiteriteri, with fur seals, Split Apple Rock, Anchorage Beach, lunch, and swimming.
“Very pleasant day and good crowd. We had the all girls crew that was fun and informative. Good sights, lunch on a remote beach, some swimming and the wind picked up for some good sailing on the way back. There was good shelter from the sun in the aft deck.”
Review of a private Abel Tasman boat charter with beaches, seals, hiking, kayaking, swimming, Split Apple Rock, and a flexible skipper.
“This was our favorite tour of the trip. Our captain/guide, Tim, was great, the boat was nice, and the sites were beautiful. Highly recommend!”
Walk from Marahau to Anchorage, then sail to Kaiteriteri on a scenic Abel Tasman day trip with transfers included.
Cruise, walk, and sail through Abel Tasman National Park with Split Apple Rock, fur seals, Pitt Head views, and a scenic catamaran return.
“Sailing in and out of the bays enjoying all the Able Tasman has to offer. Sharing this time with my husband on our 56th wedding anniversary.”
Cruise, kayak, hike, and swim in Abel Tasman National Park with seals, island wildlife, lunch, and small-group guiding from Nelson.
“Best guide with an very individual tour and much information! Everything was well planed, organized and better than we expected! Thank you very much for this wonderful day!”
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