Abel Tasman 1 Day Guided

If you have just a day to spend, then this one day guided walk on the Abel Tasman Coastal Track is a great option. Join your guide for a wonderful day trip seeing golden sandy beaches, clear azure sea and regenerating native forests.

From NZD 479.00 pp.

Inclusions

  • Packed lunch including freshly brewed coffee/tea
  • Water Taxi from Marahau to Anchorage/Torrent Bay
  • The services of a well-informed guide
  • Land transport to/from your accommodation in the Nelson region
  • Winter trips may vary in timings due to water taxi services
  • Available every day - year round subject to a minimum of two persons - please enquire for your preferred trip date

Itinerary

To start your Abel Tasman one-day track hiking adventure, we will collect you from your accommodation in Nelson in the morning.

Upon pick-up, you’ll be introduced to your hiking guide. Then, we will head towards the pretty coastal town of Marahau, located in the Tasman District of New Zealand’s South Island, to catch a water taxi to Anchorage or Torrent Bay.

Ride the water taxi and take a scenic route towards Anchorage, a beautiful bay in the Abel Tasman Track that is popular for its magnificent waters, large camping area, scenic cruise, and exciting kayaking activities.

Pass by the spectacular tidal estuary on your water taxi ride and Torrent Bay, a hidden trail paradise with its clear waters and calming tidal rhythm.

After the thrilling water taxi ride, you'll begin your Abel Tasman one-day guided walk by hiking through the track with your expert private guide to Marahau. While on your revitalising guided hike, you can take advantage of the gleaming daylight and the spectacular coastal trail.

Explore the Abel Tasman coast track by discovering native forests, enjoying magnificent ocean views, and spending time relaxing on one of the many beaches along the way.

The hike distance is 12.5 kilometres, a 4-hour invigorating adventure. While on the track, don’t worry about replenishing your lost energy because we allocated time to take your delectable lunch with luscious food that we’ve prepared.

As you continue your Abel Tasman one-day track hike, discover trail’s beauty and its rich history and heritage through the fascinating stories told by your experienced private guide. From Maori and early European history to native wildlife information, your guide can fill you in with amazing stories as you take your Abel Tasman one-day guided walk.

Finish your one-day guided walk on the magnificent Abel Tasman Coast Track and return to your accommodation when the day ends.

Departure Dates:

Available daily year-round (excluding Christmas Day) - Subject to availability at the time of booking. For Abel Tasman one-day track hike booking, get in touch with +64 3 5736655 or visit our contact page.