New Zealand · WALKING TOURS IN NELSON & ABEL TASMAN
Every trip has one free day too few. These 7 walking tours in Nelson & Abel Tasman justify the slot, priced and timed so you can decide in minutes and get back to the fun part of planning.
A full-day Abel Tasman Sea Shuttle cruise plus flexible walking routes, from Split Apple Rock to seal colonies and golden beaches.
“I loved the walk. Nice and long but got to wild life along the way. There was a sleeping leopard seal on the beach and lots of dolphins. Got a bit rained on but I came prepared.”
Sail Abel Tasman from Kaiteriteri, spot seals near Split Apple Rock, then hike the coastal track from Anchorage Bay to Marahau.
“Great day! We had booked for the day after we went but after looking at the weather changed this last minute to the day before, they were very helpful and professional with changing the day which was great! The boat was fabulous and clean. The crew and skipper were very friendly and knowledgeable about the national park and surrounding areas! The wall was fabulous, the views are just incredible, such a beautiful place! The walk took 3 hours and we went off path to lots of the look out points and beaches! Really glad we had hiking boots with us!”
Kayak Abel Tasman to Observation Beach, hike bush trails to the coast, and eat a beach lunch with great views, plus pickup options.
“We did the hike first and it was spectacular. Then we met at the beach and had a snack. The kayak back was also great fun.”
Cruise to Abel Tasman Anchorage Bay, hike Pitt Head loop, relax at Te Pukatea Bay, then sail with fur seals on a yacht.
“This is a must to do. Awesome day and excellent skipper and staff. Highly recommend”
Self-guided walk to Anchorage, then a relaxed skipper-led sail back to Kaiteriteri in Abel Tasman National Park, with tea, toilets, transfers.
A guided night walk in Brook Waimārama Sanctuary near Nelson, with glowworms, possible kiwi and ruru calls, and conservation-focused storytelling.
“Informative and enthusiastic guides. Clearly passionate about the Sanctuary. Highlights included the tuatara, glow worms and knowledgeable weta guide. Heard rustling from kiwi and some of the group spotted a baby disappearing. Group size was ideal.”
Abel Tasman by waka, boat, and foot from Nelson, with Te Reo basics, four beach stops, and a guided hike and swim.
“Alles an dem Ausflug hat mir gefallen. Es war überwältigend. Unser Giude (zweisprachig deutsch und englisch) Angelika war super. Diese Tour würde ich immer wieder buchen. Nur zu empfehlen.”
From the fiords to the geothermal belt, sorted by what you want to do with the day.
