Overview
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5 hours
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Morning trip exploring Adele Island and the Seal Colony.Taking you further travel one way by kayak and one way by water taxi. This combination provides ample time to explore the many beaches and islands in the Astrolabe region.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
In accordance with New Zealand legislation, we are obliged to inform a person seeking to participate in our adventure activity of any serious health and safety risks they may be exposed to by participating in the activity. We therefore include our Risk Disclosure Statement for you to read prior to booking, so you are aware of the risks of participation. Risk Disclosure In any outdoor adventure activity, participants are exposed to variations in weather conditions and therefore there is an element of risk involved. Risks in undertaking this water-based activity include but are not limited to; Personal Injury (sea sickness, heat stroke, hypothermia, drowning) and Property Damage. Abel Tasman Kayaks mitigate this risk through thorough preparation and adherence to a detailed Risk Identification and Management System. This includes providing you with the necessary information, training and safety equipment to participate in our activities. You are personally responsible for listening to our directions, adhering to our advice, and making responsible decisions to keep yourself safe. Additionally, we reserve the right to modify, alter or cancel activities at any given time if we feel your safety, or the safety of others may be compromised.
What To Expect
Paddle out to Adele & Fisherman Islands and observe the antics of the resident New Zealand Fur Seals also known as Kekeno. Keep an eye out for the Little Blue Penguins that often make appearances as well. There is ample time to spend with the playful Kekeno who call the island’s home. This short but sweet tour of the southern end of the Abel Tasman allows ample time to soak up the quintessential Abel Tasman coastline before arriving back in Marahau. Paddling is our business, with all activities supported by our purpose-built kayak base, free hot showers, free wifi, free equipment storage & client transporters. We also provide high-quality soft gear – fitted for each client by our guides and high-quality hard gear – customised for comfort for each client. On this trip covering the Astrolabe coastline you have a professional guide with you for around 4 hours sharing their knowledge and passion of the Abel Tasman. We also cater lunch designed around your health and energy.
Options
Seal Sanctuary Tour - Guided Kayaking - New Zealand
What‘s Included
Dietary requirements catered for. Lunch is a freshly baked roll filled with local produce, a sweet snack, fruit, fresh plunger coffee and local juice.
Transport to and from Nelson/Motueka. This is a self drive trip only.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
10 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Brilliant
Guide527342,Apr 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Brilliant tour with super knowledgable guides. The staff were all so friendly, the tour was well organised and never felt rushed. Special thanks to the staff who found our lost camera and posted it on down to our next stop for us!
Nice activity
Andrea C,Apr 4, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Really nice experience, kayaking and seals view! Also amazing lunch, everything perfect! 5 hours of activity and time flies!
Amazing Way to See Abel Tasman NP
Richard H,Nov 30, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a great half day kayak tour out at Abel Tasman! Ed was a superb guide who did a great job spotting seals and sea life while we were out on the ocean. Lunch was delicious. The company also did a great job of accomodating my spouse's neoprene allergy. Book with confidence - you will enjoy it immensely!
Guides were good and worked to make it a suitable experience but were ill equipped for the heavy rain.
Anna K,Nov 18, 2024
- Review from Viator
4.00Enjoyed the part of the tour that followed the Abel Tasman shore. It rained very hard during the excursion and though the guides worked hard to cope, it seemed they were not well prepared with shelter for the lunch stop. The sandwiches were not of good quality. The boat took very long to pick us up and we didn't get back to change into dry clothes until 2 hours later.
Hiking and kayaking in paradise!
Sunshine42493842587,Oct 14, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was an absolutely amazing experience! Would do it again in a heartbeat! The service we received was excellent and all the staff were wonderfully welcoming. My family and I thoroughly enjoyed both the hike and the kayaking and could not decide which of the many highlights of this day, was our favorite. The scenery is just gorgeous! I can highly recommend Abel Tasman Kayaks. Thank you, Jack and Mitchell, for making this a truly unforgettable day.
Day of Discovery
Kimberly P,Apr 12, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Weather forecast not good for Thursday, so changed kayaking to Wednesday; great experience; our guide, Whitney, was calm, patient and informative; all went smoothly and was well organized; lunch was a delicious vegetarian sandwich, apple, brownie and hot coffee; we saw fur seals and a variety of birds; we had some small waves and some flat water - nice variety; we wore spray skirts and life jackets; there were hot showers available upon our return
Great experience until it wasn’t…
RachaelLutz,Nov 11, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00We loved the kayaking and the guide was great! The only thing which was not mentioned when we booked and we did not realize until after kayaking was we Would need to trek back to the start! The tour description stated we start and end at the same location. This would not have been a big deal since we are both runners however my husband wore only water shoes and we were told those would be fine. Not so… it took us 3 hours to get back! You definitely need to add this to the description! This would have e been perfect if we would have had any warning.
Half Day Kayak
Lauren S,Nov 24, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great half day kayak trip with Georgia and Brody! Lots of good info about the area from them both. It was a bit rainy when we started, but ended up being a really beautiful day complete with seals and a killer beach. Would recommend.
Incredible once in a lifetime time experience
Makamaylaaa,Dec 22, 2021
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Would 100% recommend the seal sanctory tour. Our guide was incredibly knowledgeable and made sure that we enjoyed our day. We had plenty of time to get photos and have breaks. The lunch provided was super delicious! Everyone I dealt with was really helpful and friendly.
Sun, sea and seals
Des T,Sep 26, 2020
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Well organised and friendly company with good equipment and attention to safety. We really enjoyed the water taxi ride up to a beach along the Abel Tasman track for lunch , followed by a unhurried kayak over to Adele island to visit the seal colony and then a kayak back to base.
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