Explore the Abel Tasman National Park

A Full Day in New Zealand’s Coastal Paradise

Spend a free day in Abel Tasman National Park, New Zealand’s smallest but most beloved national park, known for its golden sand beaches, clear turquoise water and lush coastal forest. Base yourself in Kaiteriteri or Marahau and choose how you want to spend the day; the park rewards both the relaxed and the adventurous traveller in equal measure.

For a gentler pace, kick back on one of the park’s iconic golden beaches, or walk a section of the Abel Tasman Coast Track, one of New Zealand’s Great Walks, following the shoreline through native bush with sweeping views over sheltered bays. If you’re feeling more adventurous, hire a kayak and paddle along the coastline at your own pace, ducking into hidden coves and swimming spots only reachable from the water, or join a scenic sailing trip to see the park’s granite headlands and beaches from the sea.

Keep an eye out along the way; the park is home to native wildlife including the tui, a distinctive songbird often heard before it’s seen, and if you’re especially lucky, the elusive tuatara, a living relic found almost nowhere else on Earth.

Whichever way you choose to experience it, Abel Tasman offers a full day of New Zealand’s natural beauty at its most laid-back — beaches to relax on, water to swim in, and trails and coastline to explore.

Highlights:

Golden beaches and native coastal forest along the Abel Tasman Coast Track
Turquoise water swimming spots and hidden coves
Kayaking and sailing options along the coastline
Chance to spot native wildlife such as the tui and the rare tuatara
Full free day to relax on the beach or go as active as you like
Base for kayaking, sailing, and canyoning add-ons

Location Details

Abel Tasman National Park (Kaiteriteri / Marahau)

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