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Coastal scenery in Abel Tasman National Park

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Abel Tasman National Park

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Coastal scenery in Abel Tasman National Park
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Compare a few bookable trips before choosing your departure.

Whale watching

Wings Over Whales 30-minute flight

Kaikōura · Wings Over Whales

Choose the fixed-wing flight for a shorter outing and a view of the whale’s shape from above. Leave time to get to the airport.

NZ$250From $250 for the advertised flight30 minutes in the air · allow 1 hour total

Plan your visit
Meet at
Kaikōura Airport, 617 State Highway 1, Peketā
Age or group rules
The product lists all ages. Confirm aircraft boarding and seating needs.
Access
Accessible terminal. Discuss aircraft boarding and transfers with the operator.
Weather
Wind and visibility can affect departures.
Cancellation
Operator says weather cancellations can be rescheduled or refunded when rebooking is impractical. Completed flights have no no-sighting refund.

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Kayaking

Split Apple Classic guided kayak

Abel Tasman · Abel Tasman Kayaks

Choose this guided half-day paddle if you want a shorter outing with an instructor and no separate water-taxi leg.

NZ$170Published adult price per personHalf day · about 1½ hours paddling

Plan your visit
Meet at
Abel Tasman Kayaks base, Mārahau
Age or group rules
The operator’s product and FAQ show different minimum ages (7 and 8). Confirm the cutoff before booking for a child. No prior paddling experience required.
Weather
Coastal conditions can affect itinerary and departure.

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Water taxis

Beaches & Bays water taxi and walk

Abel Tasman · Abel Tasman AquaTaxi

Use a pre-arranged drop at Bark Bay and an afternoon pickup at Anchorage. Leave enough time for the all-tide walking route.

NZ$115From $115 for the two transfersFull day · allow up to 4 hours for the walk

Plan your visit
Meet at
Mārahau or Kaiteriteri, per selected departure
Weather
Check the route and tide with DOC and confirm pickup with the operator.

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