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Abel Tasman National Park: Private Guided Kayak & Beach Day

Glide through the golden-fringed coastline of Abel Tasman — New Zealand's most beloved national park — on a private guided sea-kayak. Turquoise bays, seal colonies, and deserted beaches await in one of the world's great coastal wilderness paddling experiences.

What to expect

Launch from Marahau into glittering Tasman Bay and thread between granite headlands draped in native bush. Your guide shares the ecology of the park as you beach-hop, snorkel, and lunch on a sun-drenched sandbar. The return paddle at golden hour, with the Inland Range turning violet behind you, is the defining New Zealand moment. Abel Tasman's famous golden sand and gin-clear water are at their most intimate from the cockpit of a kayak.

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Abel Tasman Kayaks (official)
NZD 225–NZD 298 per person (guided full-day private kayak)
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Good to know

Abel Tasman is a 70-minute drive from Nelson port. Pre-book well in advance in summer. Full-day tours depart ~8:30 am and return ~5 pm — confirm your vessel's all-aboard time before booking and arrange private transfers (included by some operators). Fitness level: moderate paddling.

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Luxury cruises that call at Nelson — book through us, the fare is identical and your concierge stays on your side.

Azamara · Azamara Pursuit
10 nights · calls at Nelson
from $4,669
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