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Abel Tasman Charters - Day Tours

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#1 of 10 things to do in Abel Tasman National Park

Outdoor Activities, Boat Tours & Water Sports, Tours

Open Now: 07:00 - 22:00

Abel Tasman National Park, New Zealand

Open today: 07:00 - 22:00

Abel Tasman Charters - Day Tours
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We provide 6 hour scenic day trips on board our comfortable catamarans into the beautiful Abel Tasman National Park with opportunities for kayaking, swimming and bush walk adventures, including a visit to the Tonga Island Marine Reserve. You'll get...more

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Hours Today: 07:00 - 22:00

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Suggested duration: More than 3 hours

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Abel Tasman National Park, New Zealand

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Adrien G

Reviewed 16 November 2017

Amazing experience. Highly Recommended!

Amazing day trip that shows you the highlights of the Abel Tasman National Park! Rod was our skipper and he went above and beyond to ensure we were having an amazing experience. He was very enthusiast in sharing with us his vast knowledge of not...More

Date of experience: November 2017

1 Thank Adrien G

Emily H

Reviewed 9 November 2017 via mobile

Amazing day

Had a super fun day with Emma as our skipper. Loved the small number of passengers. Having just 8 of us aboard made for a truly intimate and personalized experience. Additionally, Emma was extremely knowledgeable about the area, fun to be with and did a...More

Date of experience: November 2017

1 Thank Emily H

Thanks for your great review Emma H. It is nice to hear that you appreciate our way of doing things because we love being able to take the time to share this beautiful part of the world with other nature lovers. Happy travels

HayleyW1396

Reviewed 2 November 2017 via mobile

Day Trip

Absolutely amazing experience. If you're in the Abel Tasman area this is a must do. The platter style lunch was delicious and accompanied with a lovely glass of wine or beer. Emma was a fantastic host with a lot of local knowledge. Would definitely recommend.

Date of experience: October 2017

1 Thank HayleyW1396

MarkS5325

Reviewed 26 October 2017

This charter has it all! MUST DO!

If you are in the Nelson area or near the Abel Tasman Park this charter is a MUST DO! This will be one of the highlights of our trip to New Zealand. We spent the day with Emma and Mac who are both so smart...More

Date of experience: October 2017

4 Thank MarkS5325

Thanks for your great review Mark.We love hearing that you have had such a great experience. It is nice to hear you appreciated Mac and Emma's company and knowledge also. Happy travels

smbjazz

Chicago, Illinois

Reviewed 7 June 2017

Perfect day on Abel Tasman

This is a simply amazing experience on Abel Tasman. Rod's boat only holds 10 people and it feels like you are on your mate's boat in the national park. He will take you on the tinder to see seals, drop you on a beach for...More

Date of experience: May 2017

1 Thank smbjazz

Thank you for your review. We love to show off the Abel Tasman to hardy travelers in the winter. The Park is almost deserted - except for the wildlife!

Wanderlust9876

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Reviewed 12 April 2017 via mobile

Fabulous trip.......

Rod and Mac were phenomenal hosts on our day long tour of Abel Tasman! Their knowledge of not only the water but the history of the area was truly astounding. We shared the boat with 4 others and the whole group had a wonderful time!...More

Date of experience: April 2017

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Erika G

San Francisco, California, United States

Reviewed 7 April 2017

Amazing Day with super knowledgeable and passionate guides

We had such an amazing day on our Abel Tasman charter. Rod met us on the beach and got us all set up with his son, Mac and our Captain, Emma. We headed on out on our group day charter. We stopped along the way...More

Date of experience: March 2017

1 Thank Erika G

Great to hear you enjoyed your day with us so much! We really appreciate you taking the time to review us and wonderful to hear that you appreciate our great crew and their wealth of knowledge also. Thanks for your recommendation and we are glad...More

Golfchief

Indio, California

10446

Reviewed 3 April 2017 via mobile

Great Operation

Let me start with the fact that our trip was cancelled. I was really looking forward to this trip so I was quite disappointed. However, I really appreciate Rod explaining the situation. It was very windy and there were safety concerns. He had our lunches...More

Date of experience: April 2017

2 Thank Golfchief

Thank you for your review, particularly in light of the fact that we didn't get to spend the day with you on board. It is great to know that you appreciate that we are trying to ensure peoples safety and the 'best' possible day in...More

JacksonEli

Atlanta

2823

Reviewed 28 March 2017

Beautiful day out on the water!

This was an amazing tour- gorgeous scenery, great company, wonderful food and perfect weather. You couldn't ask for a better tour! Rod and Mac were great hosts giving us background on local history as well as the flora and fauna. We saw several seals and...More

Date of experience: March 2017

Thank JacksonEli

dlcshodgson

Denver, Colorado

Reviewed 26 March 2017

amazing day in the park!

We had an amazing day in the park. Rod and his son Mac were great hosts that obviously love their jobs and sharing their country with guests. They had great stories and lots of little facts to share. Their stories of the area were informative...More

Date of experience: March 2017

3 Thank dlcshodgson

Thank you for your great review Laura - we certainly think our office is one of the the best !!

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Scenic524843

Are infants and children allowed on this cruise? Thanks!

13 August 2018|

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Hi Yes, the trip is suitable for children and infants also as we can ensure they are able to participate in all the activities. Thanks for your enquiry

V4963ONdianes

Do you run these 6 hour tours in the end of May? Looking for May 28th? Do people Kayak then or is it too cold? Thanks Diane

31 March 2018|

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Hi We do not run our Best Abel Tasman Daytrip that late in May but you may still privately charter the boat. It is still possible to kayak also

18RachelMN

What is the cost in March 2018 for your six-hour day trip? Thanks

25 December 2017|

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Hi Rachel The cost of our Best Abel Tasman Daytrip is $285 per person and includes lunch, all refreshments and use of the kayaks. We also include towels sunscreen and a helpful skipper to be your guide for the day.

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