How do I get from Nelson to Abel Tasman?

There are 2 ways to get from Nelson to Abel Tasman national park by bus or car

1. Take the bus from Nelson Intercity to Takaka.
2. Take the bus from Takaka to Totaranui.

How much does it cost to do the Abel Tasman?

Adult (18+ years): $56 per person, per night. Child (17 years and under): $32 per person, per night.

How do I get from Nelson airport to Abel Tasman?

There are 3 ways to get from Nelson Airport (NSN) to Abel Tasman national park by plane, taxi, bus or car

1. Take the plane from Nelson Airport to Takaka Airport.
2. Take a taxi from Takaka Airport to Abel Tasman national park.

How do you get from Abel Tasman to Wellington?

There is no direct connection from Wellington to Abel Tasman national park. However, you can take the car ferry to Picton then take the drive to Abel Tasman national park.

How do you do Abel Tasman in 3 days?

Itinerary

1. Day 1: Marahau – Anchorage. Approx 4 hours walking – 12.4kms. The trip begins when we pick you up from your accommodation in the Nelson area and transport you to Marahau.
2. Day 2: Anchorage – Awaroa Inlet. Approx. 6-7 hours walking – 18.8kms.
3. Day 3: Awaroa Inlet – Totaranui and water taxi return to Marahau. Approx.

Where do you keep your car in Abel Tasman?

At our main base in Marahau we have onsite overnight/day customer car parking which is located where the boats depart from. Kaiteriteri offer public car parking, over peak summer months the overnight car park is a 15 minute walk from the beach.

How many days do you need in Abel Tasman?

three days
With so much to do, it’s easy to understand why people love spending at least three days in the Abel Tasman National Park. This unguided Abel Tasman Walk allows you to enjoy the track at your own pace while providing all the information and logistics services that you’ll need.

How difficult is Abel Tasman walk?

DIFFICULTY OF ABEL TASMAN TRACK The full trek is 60 kilometers long, but it is only up to you how far you want to get. We walked approximately 50 kilometers to Totaranui, and from here took a water taxi back to Marahau. Another great thing about Abel Tasman Coast Trek is that you can split it in as many days you want.

Can you drive into Abel Tasman National Park?

Flying into to Nelson is one of the easiest ways to get close to the Abel Tasman National park. From Nelson the Park is an easy one hour, 60km drive by car and there are bus options if you need. The Abel Tasman National Park is also easily accessible by road from anywhere in the South Island.

How do I get to Abel Tasman?

The Abel Tasman Coast Track has four main entrances

1. Marahau is the southern gateway. It’s 67 km from Nelson on sealed road providing access by water taxi, kayak, or walking.
2. Wainui is the northern entrance. It’s 128 km from Nelson and 21 km from Takaka.
3. Totaranui.
4. Kaiteriteri.

Can you drink water on Abel Tasman?

Is there drinking water in the park? There is filtered water at Anchorage, Bark Bay, Awaroa and Totaranui. At the other beaches it is recommended to treat the water before drinking it.

Is there cell phone coverage on Abel Tasman?

There are areas with no cell coverage, and areas with good cell coverage on the Abel Tasman. For instance at Totaranui you cant get cell coverage at the campsite, but if you go up the hill you can get coverage, or sometimes at the end of the launching ramp with your phone in the air gets you coverage.

Are there any water taxis in Abel Tasman?

Abel Tasman is fortunate to have a number of different water taxi operators. AbelTasman.com is a collaboration of the ONLY water taxi companies to operate out of Marahau, the gateway to the Abel Tasman National Park and the beginning of the Abel Tasman Coastal Track.

What to do in Abel Tasman with zero carbon?

Freedom kayak rental: Explore the beaches and islands in the Astrolabe Roadstead. Guided kayak trip: Walk the best section of the Coastal Track in the morning and kayak through the Astrolabe in the afternoon. Return water taxi and walking trip: Water taxi to Anchorage to walk the Pitt Head Loop Track (1.5hr) round trip.

What makes Abel Tasman Sea Shuttles so special?

Our purpose-built water taxi’s are designed, built, maintained and driven by our team which makes us unique in that we know every inch of our vessels intimately, providing you the best in comfort and safety.

What to do in Anchorage with Abel Tasman?

Gourmet Platter. Guided kayak trip: Walk the best section of the Coastal Track in the morning and kayak through the Astrolabe in the afternoon. Pitt Head Walk. Return water taxi and walking trip: Water taxi to Anchorage to walk the Pitt Head Loop Track (1.5hr) round trip.