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TASMAN TOURING / South Island
3 Day Guided Kayak & Walk
Operated by Wilsons Abel Tasman
New Zealand ' s finest coastal national park is awaiting you , basking under the most sunshine hours in the country . You choose how much walking or kayaking you want to do on a journey between beachfront lodges – Torrent Bay Lodge and Meadowbank Homestead – Awaroa . Suitable for all levels , you don ' t need previous sea kayaking experience as you will be accompanied by guides at all times on the water and there is no heavy pack to carry .
Enjoy inspired menus and wines in a landscape full of stories . Your expert guide shares the Wilson family ' s eight generations of experience in the region . Let them help you design each day to suit your desire for relaxation or adventure . Find time on your own or discover new friendships . Come home to a hot shower in your own twin or double ensuite room . Be lulled to sleep by the tides , then awake to birdsong with breakfast served overlooking a golden beach .
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Kayak , Seals & Walk Day Trip
Operated by Wilsons Abel Tasman
Explore New Zealand ’ s finest coastal national park , combining kayaking , cruising and walking with this all-in-one experience near Nelson . An easy two-hour guided kayak trip explores the calm , azure waters of the Kaiteriteri coast , including the famous Split Apple Rock granite formation .
After lunch , say farewell your guide and board the Vista Cruise to travel into the heart of Abel Tasman National Park . Pause to view the antics at Tonga Island Seal Colony , then disembark on the mainland at picturesque Tonga Quarry Beach . Enjoy a two-hour , four-kilometre unguided coastal bush walk over the forested Tonga Saddle , around the stunning Bark Bay waterfalls trail with its new swing bridge highlight , then on to the golden sands of Medlands Beach . Rejoin the Vista Cruise for your return .
Tour operates daily October-April . Coach transfers available from Nelson .
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Abel Tasman Day Pass
Operated by Wilsons Abel Tasman
Welcome aboard the Vista cruising catamaran . Relax with comfortable seating around tables and panoramic views from open or enclosed viewing decks and enjoy the onboard café and bar . With your flexible cruise and walk day pass , choose to spend anywhere from three to eight hours exploring the spectacular granite coast . Stay on board or disembark at a golden beach fringed by lush forest and azure waters , ideal for swimming . Enjoy quality beach time with walking options up to four hours . Your friendly crew takes care of your comfort and safety with interpretative commentary and maps .
Abel Tasman Sailing Tours
Operated by Abel Tasman Sailing Adventures
Cruise Abel Tasman National Park ' s South Island coastline on a catamaran and enjoy scenic sailing with gentle sea breezes . The only scheduled full-day sailing tour of this coastal paradise explores shallow lagoons and crystalclear waters . It includes beach stops , walks and optional swimming . Enjoy the antics of the local fur seals . Get involved with the sailing or sit back and relax . Join a full-day sailing tour , or a combined sailing and walking or kayaking tour . Private personalised tours are also available . Sailing tours depart Kaiteriteri Beach with coach transfers available .
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ANDERSON VACATIONS From prices for accommodation are ‘ per room ’ and sightseeing are ‘ per person ’.