At the top of the south island of new zealand lies the spectacular abel tasman national park, new zealands smallest and most visited national park. Golden bay area ticking off the likes of abel tasman national park, there are plenty of. We had the pleasure of hiking in and around abel tasman for a few days. She did a great job teaching us about the area and letting us explore. Abel tasman national park best time to visit top tips.
Thats because nelsons high sunshine hours mean kayaking is the perfect way to explore the abel tasman. The start of the abel tasman coastal track one of new zealands great walks runs across the barns front lawn, so you couldnt be closer. Explore beautiful beaches along the abel tasman walk, see stunning views from high on the hills. Jun 11, 2016 hiking the abel tasman coast track our tips and tricks.
Guide to walking the abel tasman track kayak new zealand. It is very easy to get yourself out into the abel tasman national park and enjoy walking part of the coastal track. Rent a holiday accomodation for short and long term stay on bookabach. Book online well in advance if you can, though you should be able to find a campsite somewhere in all but the very busiest times. Known for its great weather and popular with both hikers and sea kayakers, this is an ideal walk for families and first time walkers. The coast track at abel tasman is considered one of the best multiday hikes in the world by many, and its not hard to see why once you arrive. Water taxi to torrent bay, walk the scenic coastal track to bark bay 2. Relax in luxury in quiet, private accommodation right on the waters edge. The ultimate day hike in abel tasman national park, new. If youd prefer to start your walk from the northern end, its better instead to stay on state highway 60 after. Crystal clear water, perfect for swimming, so bring your swim gear, its fantastic in summer. I have been wanting to walk the costal track for many years and at last made it happen with my brother for company. This challenging walking route passes through regenerating and original native forest. Abel tasman offers pristine coastline, the trail itself is excellent with little gain in elevation, and the temperate climate makes the hike enjoyable yearround.
Abel tasman coast track blessed with a mild climate, golden beaches and coastal forest, the abel tasman coast track really has it all. May 29, 20 port motueka, new zealand as winter approaches its time to pull out your copy of the abel tasman coastal track book to remind yourself of warmer days ahead. The parks hilly interior guarantees blockbuster views up and down the coast. No trip to the abel tasman is complete without getting out on the water. There are a total of 18 campsites and four huts along the coastal track, so lock in a date, then secure a spot. Find independent hiking options for you to experience the track. Whilst summer is a popular time to visit, locals believe that the shoulder. Wilsons abel tasman vista swing bridge bush and beach. Abel tasman is the jewel among popular national parks. This great walk is the most popular hiking trail in new zealand and is 60 kilometres37 miles long. 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. A gorgeous day running along the beaches and coastal track in new zealands abel tasman national park. An exceptionally mild climate, with long hours of sunshine makes this a track for all seasons and all ages.
Book your tickets online for abel tasman coast track, abel tasman national park. Abel tasman coast track, abel tasman national park. For the ultimate walk in abel tasman national park, join the coastal walk to the inland track. The abel tasman national park is an easilyaccessible coastal paradise. Apr 03, 2019 abel tasman national park is new zealands smallest park. Plan an adventure that suits your ability and schedule. Feb 12, 2017 a gorgeous day running along the beaches and coastal track in new zealands abel tasman national park. As a great walk this means the four huts along the abel tasman coastal track meet a higher standard than what you will find in more remote wilderness areas. The family business evolved as a model for sustainable tourism, including boats, lodges, walking and sea. Get your gear together and head off, just check with us before your leave we can help you with maps, supplies and information, whether you want to go for a few hours, a day or multiple days. Situated in the top left corner of the south island of new zealand, about 1 hour outside the city of nelson, abel tasman has everything going for it in terms of beautiful scenery.
The three day freedom walk abel tasman track all the way takes you from the start of the track at marahau up into the lesser known and walked reaches of the abel tasman coastal track where some of the best scenery awaits. The abel tasman coastal track offers coastal walking at its very best. When you think of the abel tasman national park, kayaks probably come to mind. Getting out into abel tasman national park book a water taxi. The track winds in and out giving you glimpses of the stunning coastline and. Wake up to morning light on the golden sands of torrent bay and perhaps a coffee on the deck before breakfast. Highlights include the walk across the falls river. Enjoy the mild climate, golden beaches and lush coastal native bush on the abel tasman coast track. Abel tasman coastal track golden sandy beaches meet coastal forest and granite cliffs on this great walk set in our smallest but most popular national park. The reputation of the event, the location and its organisation continues to spread via word of mouth and the event continually sells out each year.
Avoiding crowds on the abel tasman coast track isnt always easy, but with plenty of campsites to choose from, you can plan your trip with solitude in mind. Your accommodation is now reserved but is not confirmed until you complete the payment process. The fun outdoors feeling of new zealands abel tasman national park is captured by these tourist units. Discover nelson tasman in autumn the great journeys of. Abel tasman national park holiday homes, accommodation. I hopped off the water taxi onto the beach and headed straight for the track in hopes of beating out the other hikers. Todays walk follows the easiest section of the coastal track from torrent bay to marahau, with panoramic views across tasman bay to nelson. Discover 170 holiday homes to book online for your abel tasman national park, tasman holiday. Discover cleopatras pool natural rock pool with a mosslined waterslide.
Admire the beautiful inlet to falls river as you walk across a 47 m suspension bridge. Paddle along golden sand coastlines, into quiet bays, through marine reserves with plenty of native marine life. Just like the campsites, you need to book your bed in advance. The abel tasman coastal classic first began in 1994 and quickly became one of new zealands most popular trail runs. Abel tasman national park coastal track selfguided walk. 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. There are four huts and 19 campsites along the abel tasman coast track, which must be booked in advance all year round. Its common to start at the marahau end and walk north but your direction might be better worked out by considering the tides, ie, low tide, and judging when best able to cross the awaroa inlet crossing. Marvel at naturallysculptured granite cliffs and crystalclear waters. The entire length of the track can be walked in 35 days and there are plenty of huts and campsites along the way. This post was originally published in may 2017 and was updated in november 2019 after i did another day hike which i need to tell you about.
The abel tasman coastal track is one of new zealands great walks, a selection of the countrys best scenic places made easily accessible for visitors. Coastal track abel tasman national park tramping new zealand. Abel tasman coastal track freedom walk first light travel. It can be done in 3 to 5 days, or combined with water taxis or sea kayaks for added interest.
The abel tasman coastal track is one of the department of conservations nine great walks. 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. Abel tasman coast track abel tasman national park tripadvisor. The abel tasman national park is the best bit of new zealand. Abel tasman coast track abel tasman national park all. The track is in new zealands famous abel tasman national park, located at the top of the south island. Abel tasman national park, nz holiday accommodation from au. Its easy to see why kayaking along the abel tasman coastal track has become world famous. Abel tasman coast track new zealand hiking trails tourism. The track is a 51 km, easy to moderate walk, which can be completed in 3 to 5 days. Entirely different than the rest of the country, its a true hikers paradise, either for the experienced trekker or the beginner hiker. The abel tasman coast track is one of the easiest trails in new zealand so a great option for families. Since we figured it would be a relatively easy track compared to the other ones wed be doing few climbs and generally good weather we decided to go camping rather than staying in the.
Nz hiking the abel tasman trail with young children. Choose how much walking you want, or just relax by the beach. 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. Abel tasman coast track get out and walk events and. Abel tasman national park accommodation self catering holiday homes, houses, baches, beach houses, vacation rentals, cabins, cottages, chalets and more. We set of from marahau and ran out and back along the track, stopping to take in the awesome. Located on the northern coastline of the south island, abel tasman is home to one of new zealands multiday walking tracks, aptly named the abel tasman coast track. One day in abel tasman national park earth trekkers. 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. Located in abel tasman national park on the south islands northern shores, this familyfriendly great walk showcases the best that the park has to offer. Abel tasman coast track abel tasman national park 2020. Jun 21, 2018 eric hanson arrives in nelson, new zealand to prepare for a hiking and sea kayaking trip along the stunning abel tasman coast trackone of new zealands ten great walks.
The most popular option is to catch a water taxi from kaiteriteri beach out to one of the golden bays in abel tasman. Kahu kayaks welcomes you to the abel tasman national park, our golden piece of aotearoa. Abel tasman national park new zealand holiday homes. Walk the most varied section of the abel tasman coastal track. The abel tasman coast track on the south island of new zealand starts along a little wooden walkway at high tide, then takes you on to the main track. Golden bay accommodation adrift in golden bay hosts. It extends from marahau in the south to wainui in the north, with many side tracks. The abel tasman track is one of new zealands 9 great walks and therefore is extremely popular. 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.
Marahau, at the southern end of the abel tasman national park, is only an hour from nelson via motueka and kaiteriteri. Why not add on some kayaking as part of your abel tasman coastal. Looking for a guided or unguided walking tour on the abel tasman coastal track. Abel tasman is a hikers paradise with several stages. On day one we walked the coastal track from awaroa to medlands beach. We leave marahau midafternoon and start our way on the great walk through a long impressive marsh, remembering us of our dear brittany. It is one of the most beautiful areas that we visited on the south island. Bear in mind when people say the abel tasman coastal track is popular, they arent joking. Stay longer, slow down, and immerse yourself deeper into abel tasman national park.
Mar 22, 2011 bear in mind when people say the abel tasman coastal track is popular, they arent joking. The abel tasman coastal track is one of the department of conservations eight identified great walks and the only coast track of its kind in the country. We got accommodation there 2 years ago through book a bachso you. Abel tasman coast track bark bay to anchorage the walk from bark bay to anchorage is about 11. Queen charlotte track and abel tasman track south island. We are a genuine, small kayak hire and kayak tour company, 100% locally owned and operated, with loads of experience taking guided kayak trips in the abel tasman. The abel tasman coast track has four points at which you can access it by road.
Please note that there are tidal crossings which require a flexible approach to each days timetable. Abel tasman adventure aquataxi into the heart of the park, onetahuti and walk part of the abel tasman coastal track to anchorage 6hrs. The track starts with beautiful scenery, luscious green trees and ferns line the route, with birds tweeting and scurrying around in the bushes. Take a water taxi to the start of the track, walk for a day or up to 5 staying in huts or cabins along the way. Top 50 abel tasman national park holiday homes bookabach. A stunning introduction to one of new zealands premier coastal nature environments. The area is blessed with a mild climate, golden beaches and lush coastal native bush, meaning this coastal track is one of new zealands bestknown and most popular walks. Abel tasman coastal track the book is at abel tasman kaiteriteri. A very special evening for a group of 10 or more a classic kiwi barbecue in an amazing place. The terrain is so gentle that walking shoes suffice in summer.
The abel tasman coastal track goes, err, around the coast of the abel tasman national park, about 65 km by road west of nelson. The abel tasman coast track is one of new zealands nine great walks and perhaps the best easily accessible trail on the south island. Abel tasman national park holiday homes, accommodation rentals. The entire abel tasman national park coastal track takes anywhere from three to five days to complete, but what if i told you that you could see some of the parks best beaches, tracts of exotic forest and viewpoints on a day hike. The abel tasman experience in the north west of new zealands south island begins in abel tasman national park duration. This exhilarating outdoor package sea kayaking and tramping part of the abel tasman coast track, brings visitors past golden beaches, coastal forests and towering cliffs. Choose to walk the whole track or water taxi or kayak between different locations at any time of the year. Abel tasman coastal track abel tasman national park new.
Abel tasman coast track abel tasman national park all you. Having tramped lengths of the abel tasman coast track over four visits, and camped in eight of the parks 18 doc campgrounds, ive concluded that those seeking solitude may be. 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. Hiking the abel tasman coast track another adventure. If you are short of time experience the best of abel tasman s beautiful beaches and native forests with this one day guided walk. Eric hanson arrives in nelson, new zealand to prepare for a hiking and sea kayaking trip along the stunning abel tasman coast track one of new zealands ten great walks. While marahau is the closest access point to the start of the abel tasman coastal track, it is also a charming rural village that is well worth a visit in its own right. Located right at the southern entrance to the coastal track, marahau is also known as the abel tasman village. Enjoy abel tasman national park activities while staying. You have 25 minutes from now to complete the payment process. This is also a great place for kayaking, exploring the wide, empty beaches, and walking on trails amidst a rainforest. 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. Abel tasman national park is new zealands smallest park. Over 200,000 people a year hike it, which means accommodation is at a premium over the peak summer months.
Transport tofrom the startend of the track or midpoints along the track the walk is oneway with track ends approx. The story of wilsons abel tasmandownload the article here in pdf format the wilson familys association with tourism in the nelson region began in 1977 with john wilson rowing passengers ashore at torrent bay in abel tasman national park from matangi, a boat he had built himself. Abel tasman national park things to see and do nelson. Huts andor campsites on the track the walk takes 35 days to complete. The abel tasman coast track is a 60 kilometres 37 mi long walking track within the abel tasman national park in new zealand. The abel tasman coastal track looking inland into the park. Enjoy abel tasman national park activities while staying at. The abel tasman coast track is a 60 kilometres long walking track within the abel tasman national park in new zealand. Prices and booking abel tasman coastal track tours. Things to see in abel tasman national park frommers. Its a sea kayakers paradise, and its great for swimming and fishing. Established in 1942 by ornithologist and author perrine moncrief, it was named after the dutch explorer credited with being the first european to see the countrys shores.
Abel tasman coastal track book by mike crudge abel. This is a must read if you are planning on walking the abel tasman coastal track. Before you start walking the abel tasman coast track, you need to book. We set of from marahau and ran out and back along the track. Thats just one word to describe new zealands abel tasman national park.
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