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The 15 Nelson Tours We Keep Recommending

50 tours  ·  from $34 a head

15 nelson tours laid out with the price, the running time and the kind of traveller each one actually suits. Top of the list first.

Abel Tasman: Sea Shuttle Cruise and Walking Tour Combo - Starting at Kaiteriteri Beach
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Abel Tasman: Sea Shuttle Cruise and Walking Tour Combo

2.Abel Tasman: Sea Shuttle Cruise and Walking Tour Combo

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 704 reviews · 1 day · from $74

Review of Abel Tasman’s sea shuttle and walking combo, with route choices, beaches, wildlife, timings, hiking tips, and value advice.

“The walk was lovely, the boat trip too long. The boat trip was boring, only a taxi boat. Not what we thought it woud be. The hike was really really great. The view so lovely, the swimming when we reach the next bay was also great. We would recommend a short trip on the boat and a long walk through the Abel Tasman park.”

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Abel Tasman Vista Cruise - Cruising toward Tonga Island Marine Reserve
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Abel Tasman Vista Cruise

3.Abel Tasman Vista Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 414 reviews · from $67

Review the Abel Tasman Vista Cruise from Kaiteriteri, with Split Apple Rock, beach stops, live commentary, pricing, tips, and honest drawbacks.

“There was 0 communication from the cruise company about the name of the cruise or the exact location where the ship will be docked. We went around in circles and couldn't locate them. Tried calling but were sent to voicemail. We have deRead more”

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Abel Tasman National Park: Sailing and Self-Guided Walk - Starting in Marahau at 8:30am
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Abel Tasman National Park: Sailing and Self-Guided Walk

5.Abel Tasman National Park: Sailing and Self-Guided Walk

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 238 reviews · 8 hours · from $80

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.”

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Best Abel Tasman Day trip - Split Apple Rock, a quick but worthwhile stop
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Best Abel Tasman Day trip

6.Best Abel Tasman Day trip

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 229 reviews · from $248

Review of Abel Tasman Charters’ six-hour day trip from Nelson, with seals, Split Apple Rock, kayaking, snorkeling, hiking, and lunch.

“SO fantastic! It was a nice luxurious experience, where we didn’t have to worry about anything. Food and drinks were delicious. It was great to have kayaks, towels, sunscreen ready for us. Tim and Ella were our crew, and they were phenomRead more”

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Nelson: Cable Bay Adventure Park Skywire Experience - The four-kilometre ride to the launch platform
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Nelson: Cable Bay Adventure Park Skywire Experience

Skywire Adventure at Cable Bay, Nelson - Getting strapped into the Skywire seats
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Skywire Adventure at Cable Bay, Nelson

8.Skywire Adventure at Cable Bay, Nelson

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 189 reviews · from $68

Race through Cable Bay’s native forest on New Zealand’s Skywire, with mountain views, a scenic 4WD ride, and practical tips for your visit.

“A thrilling experience! Informative guide during the van drive to the summit. Be prepared to go forwards and backwards!!!”

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Kayak & Walk - Starting at 8:15am in Marahau
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Kayak & Walk

9.Kayak & Walk

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 161 reviews · from $142

Kayak from Marahau to Observation Beach, enjoy a beach lunch, then walk the Abel Tasman Coast Track back through bush and coastal scenery.

“Kajak tour is well prepared even for participants, who have never to do with this sport. The assistance given by the guieds is fantastic.”

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Nelson: Guided Quad Biking Tour Through Forest and Farmland - The safety briefing and practice session
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Nelson: Guided Quad Biking Tour Through Forest and Farmland

Abel Tasman National Park: Cruise, Walk & Sailing Tour - Meeting at Kaiteriteri Beach
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Abel Tasman National Park: Cruise, Walk & Sailing Tour

11.Abel Tasman National Park: Cruise, Walk & Sailing Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 100 reviews · 6 hours · from $122

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.”

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Full-Day Abel Tasman National Park Hiking Tour with Cruise - Kaiteriteri and the first coastal cruise
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Full-Day Abel Tasman National Park Hiking Tour with Cruise

Full-Day Sailing Adventure in the Abel Tasman National Park - Starting at Kaiteriteri at 10 am
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Full-Day Sailing Adventure in the Abel Tasman National Park

13.Full-Day Sailing Adventure in the Abel Tasman National Park

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 78 reviews · from $167

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.”

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Nelson City Walking Tour - Guided - Walking up to Christ Church Cathedral
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Nelson City Walking Tour – Guided

14.Nelson City Walking Tour – Guided

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 64 reviews · from $81

Review of Nelson City Walking Tour, covering sights, guides, value, accessibility, timing, and tips for a thoughtful first visit to Nelson.

“A good experience and understanding of Nelson, James was very informative. Highly recommend it especially on short amount of time.”

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Nelson to Mapua: Full-Day Self-Guided Cycling Adventure - The Great Taste Trail sets the tone
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Nelson to Mapua: Full-Day Self-Guided Cycling Adventure

15.Nelson to Mapua: Full-Day Self-Guided Cycling Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 63 reviews · from $80

Cycle Nelson’s Great Taste Trail to Mapua with quality bikes, scenic stops, a ferry crossing, and an easy return shuttle.

“From start to finish, simply easy and fun, great bikes, great team at either end of the journey. Simply just a good way to spend time getting to know the Nelson area, having not been on a bike, let alone an e-bike, there some nerves, but they went within a couple of turns of the crank, if your thinking about, just do it, it’s such good fun. Thanks Team”

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