Full-Day Abel Tasman National Park Hiking Tour with Cruise
Overview
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8 hours
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Abel Tasman Water and Walk is a small group tour for visitors who prefer faster access into the heart of this popular National Park so that they can spend more time exploring the many features with an expert interpretive guide who will highlight the less obvious features of Maori history, early settler activity and the endless stories that abound here, especially from the rich variety of vegetation, birds and aquatic life.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
A moderate amount of walking is involved, please wear comfortable shoes
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Your guide will collect you in a Mercedes from your Nelson accommodation around 8am and will proceed to orientate you to this stunning region. Nelson is surrounded by National parks and the sea and is renowned for its high sunshine hours and the drive to meet your water taxi passes through orchards and market gardens responsible for much of the fresh fruit and vegetables found in New Zealand. Arriving at Kaiteriteri which is one of the best beaches in NZ, walking sticks and back packs are offered if required before boarding the water taxi at 9.15am for a scenic cruise over calm turquoise waters past islands with seals and ringing with birdsong, then stunning coastline to be delivered right into the heart of the park at around 10.30am. Your guide has been specially selected for their maturity, experience and knowledge of Abel Tasman National Park and will lead you over well formed tracks in lush forest explaining the medicinal and eatable plants and their unique features. They will discuss the importance of the region to Maori, Dutch and European history as well as the early settlers. Refreshments will be supplied at beautiful vantage points along the way and after 2.5 hours the guide will produce a delicious gourmet lunch to be enjoyed on the golden sands of Torrent Beach. The final afternoon walk of 2 hours takes you around the Torrent Bay estuary to Anchorage to be collected by your water taxi for the return cruise to Kaiteriteri and the drive back to your accommodation by 5pm.
What‘s Included
Light refreshments
Local guide
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Bottled water
National Park fees
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Reviews
82 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Amazing
D3681SVjb,,Jan 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Such a wonderful atmosphere — warm, inviting, and not overly crowded, which made the visit even more enjoyable. The environment is incredibly pristine, with easy access to nature that adds so much to the overall experience. The people here are incredibly friendly and make you feel welcome from the moment you arrive. A fantastic experience that I would highly recommend to anyone.
A must if you are in Nelson!
Rosemary S,,Jan 27, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a fabulous day trip starting at 7:40 when we were picked up close to our accommodation and returning at 7pm. Blair was an excellent guide, personable, engaging and very knowledgeable. The car journey was followed by a boat trip which went along the beautiful coastline of the Abel Tasman National Park. When we disembarked onto a beautiful beach we started our walk. As it was low tide we took off our boots and crossed a bay, traversing shallow river beds. We were glad we’d taken rock shoes as there were many cockle shells! The main part of the walk was through bush on well maintained undulating paths. Blair pointed out lots of flora which we would have missed! A delicious lunch was provided as well as snacks and water throughout the day. Late afternoon we were picked up from a different bay and sailed back to the start. We were returned to our accommodation at the end of a magnificent trip.
Good walking
Ian R,,Jan 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00It was a well organised trip. Door to door service. The guide was very friendly, knowledgeable and approachable. Everything was supplied in the way of water and lunch and it was a good standard. Would recommend this trip
Tasman & Al great!
Stuart W,,Jan 17, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00My wife and the two friends we are traveling with had an amazing time on this great small group tour, made even moreso by Al, the best tour guide one could possibly have. He is a great guy and listener, with an insightful and entertaining personality. Al asked each of us what we wanted from the tour experience and tailored our day to both meet and surpass our expectations. He took is on a hiking trail matching our hiking skill level and desired difficulty level while giving us very fun and informative information about the history of the area and the park and interesting information about the plant and animal life we encountered. He also guided us across a wash area when the tide receded. He provided great snack breaks and lunch food as well: snacks of great cookies and fruit protein balls, and a lunch with salad, fresh fruit and a sandwich. This is a beautiful place to hike, plus a beautiful boat ride to and from the hike start and completion area. Wine, Art & Wilderness is a great tour operator, as they were very clear communicators about what to bring and how best to prepare for our hiking day. And very quick responders to our questions. We all felt after our tour, that a small group tour greatly enhanced our experience as did Al!
Awesome Day
Dan R,,Jan 7, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This was one of the nicest day tours that we have ever done. Lucy was our guide and took care of everything that we needed. It was kind of like hiking with mom, if mom knew all the flora and fauna, all the history of the area, the best direction to hike the trail and on, and on. Lucy took time to explain everything and took as many breaks as we needed. She was awesome. The trail up and down but not too strenuous. The beaches were amazing and the water refreshing. You definitely do this hike and not worry about the logistics and enjoy the day.
Not just a beautiful hike - this is an immersive experience
Alice M,,Dec 6, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00If you’re lucky enough to have Al for your guide, you’re in for a great adventure! He tailored the trip according to the capabilities of the hikers, but it was his knowledge and connection to the land and Māori culture that made the experience truly special.
Beautiful views and great guide
pmac07,,Nov 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What an amazing experience! Lucy was the best guide we had in our 3 week adventure journey. Lucy was incredibly friendly and knowledgeable. We took our shoes off and walked across the estuary. After a quick foot wash, we were hiking up to look at stunning views. Lucy had everything we needed in her backpack.
Great way to see Abel Tasman Park!
Carol S,,Nov 21, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00My walking tour with Al was fantastic! It was great not having to worry about navigating Abel Tasman, getting to the correct ferries on time, etc. Al was so knowledgeable and shared really interesting details about the park, wildlife, and local culture. The views were stunning, this tour is a must-do for anyone traveling through the area!
Even on a rainy day...
Stephanie B,,Nov 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Even on a rainy day awesome experience! Thanks to Lucy who kept the mood up and shared their knowledge on plants and whole New Zealand with us.
Fantastic and magical day in Abel!
Laura D,,Nov 8, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00It was such a fantastic and most beautiful day in Abel. Alan is the most funny and informative guide I ever had! I had a wonderful time hiking and taking the cruise with this small group day trip from Nelson. Highly recommend if you are a Solo traveller like me. And got introduced to Frooze Balls! :) Greatest snack i had. Thanks for that Alan and the Team of Wine, Art and Wilderness
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