The local golf course is only a ten minute walk away as is the lovely grove scenic reserve with its giant rata trees, moody limestone rock formations and wonderful lookout over golden bay. Abel tasman coastal track day 1 marahau to anchorage my so. Though abel tasman is not a pure replica, she has the same lines. It is named after abel tasman, who in 1642 became the first european explorer to sight new zealand and who anchored nearby in golden bay. Cruise around split apple rock and then anchor at tonga island marine reserve.
Highly atmospheric beach and cliff top close by for evening walks. We loved being able to stay in the national park but still enjoy hot showers and cooking in the wellequipped kitchen. Apr 03, 2019 abel tasman national park is new zealands smallest park. It extends from marahau in the south to wainui in the north, with many side tracks. Please follow government guidelines related to travel and covid19. Apr 14, 2014 abel tasman has some of the most beautiful walks and hikes you can take in new zealand, and because of the coastal setting its really different from most of the mountainous treks ive been on, cough cough, its a lot easier too. Abel tasman guides guided and unguided tours of the abel. Jan 04, 2018 sailing to abel tasman national park from nelson and return, a distance of around 25 nautical miles each way in a 10 paradox microcruiser. Crystal clear water, perfect for swimming, so bring your swim gear, its fantastic in summer. The abel tasman national park and the kahurangi national parks both border golden bay, making it the perfect holiday destination for nature lovers.
From here, the coastal track weaves through sunny groves of manuka and fern between breathtaking views of the granite coast and lush gullies of mature forest, to reach tranquil forest pools and long golden sand beaches. The abel tasman contains six main coastal access points at which the water taxis can drop off and pick up passengers. This is also a great place for kayaking, exploring the wide, empty beaches, and walking on trails amidst a rainforest. Explore the beautiful beaches and remarkable rock formations and encounter cheeky wildlife amidst beautiful abel tasman national park. This is a trip you will remember for a long time, as you live and breathe the soul of the abel tasman. Medlands beach abel tasman national park nelson, new zealand. Book your abel tasman national park, nz vacation rentals online. Tasman holiday homes, accommodation rentals, baches and. In 1644 tasmans rank of skipper commander was confirmed and he and visscher were despatched to discover whether a channel existed between new guinea and australia and to explore more of the australian coast. Abel tasman coast track 3 day guided walk wilsons abel. Wilsons abel tasman vista swing bridge bush and beach. Top 50 abel tasman national park holiday homes bookabach. Abel tasman, in full abel janszoon tasman, born 1603. Based on these sailing experiences, i would expect.
The abel tasman coastal track is a 55km, 35 day walk around the coast of the gorgeous abel tasman national park, and is the most popular great walk by some margin. The abel tasman coast track is a 60 kilometres 37 mi long walking track within the abel tasman national park in new zealand. Thats just one word to describe new zealands abel tasman national park. Click on any of the following beaches to find out more and browse trips that visit these places. But if youre pressed for time and cant spend multiple days hiking the park, this day trip packs a lot into the few hours you have available.
We make getting there and back easy with a water taxi to start and finish the day. Each of these bays have distinct natural features and a unique history. From kaiteriteri, travel in style and comfort aboard the vista cruise into the marine reserve. We would leave our campervan in marahau and end in wainui bay. Walk the wonderful section of the coastal track to onetahuti 4hrs enjoying the abel tasmans incredible beaches before returning on an afternoon water taxi and enjoying an encounter with some new zealand fur seals. Located in central motueka, they are the only dropzone in new zealand who can show you the mind blowing views of both islands and the abel tasman national park. Rent a holiday accomodation for short and long term stay on. This is a classic kiwi bach in the heart of abel tasman its close to some highlights of the coastal walk, for example the cleopatra pools are only an hour away. Enjoy the mild climate, golden beaches and lush coastal native bush on the abel tasman coast track. While the abel tasman coast is generally warm and dry in summer, remember it is a coastal environment which can change quickly so be prepared for rain, cold and windy conditions.
We have one day to visit abel tasman in february, 2010, and would like to know the most scenic sections. Abel tasman national park is a scenic highlight of the nelsonmarlborough region. About 20 minutes drive from abel tasman np and about an hours drive from flora hut walks in kahurangi np. Tasman, abel janszoon dictionary of new zealand biography. Discover 169 holiday homes to book online for your abel tasman national park, tasman holiday. Jun 11, 2016 hiking the abel tasman coast track our tips and tricks. Great choice of abel tasman national park holiday homes. The kids adored the animals and loved feeding dudley, the kuna pig, who vacuumed up all our food scraps. Cruise the abel tasman golden granite coast into tonga island marine reserve, then land at an idyllic beach to walk along the famous coastal track. We plan to take a water taxi from marehau to some walking start point, walk, and then get picked up by water taxi for the return to.
In fact, if a local tells you in a lofty tone they heading up the bay for the weekend then they will invariably be talking about torrent bay. A stunning introduction to one of new zealands premier coastal nature environments. Matt layden paradox sailing in abel tasman national park, new. Directly across from anchorage is torrent bay with the largest concentration of privately owned beach houses, or baches to locals, in the park.
This is primarily as there are endless day trippers, taking advantage of water taxis to start anywhere along the track, which does rather spoil the tranquility but it is still a. Jan 14, 2014 abel tasman coastal track day 1 marahau to anchorage this day started early like so many of my days on vacation, because of transportation requirements, since it was a two hour bus ride to the start of the abel tasman coast track in marahau. Cruise by water taxi to anchorage then take an easy walk around the pitt head loop track via the most beautiful beach in the park. Home to pristine bays, dense forests, and soaring headlands, the abel tasman national park boasts some of new zealands most beautiful coastal scenerybut to appreciate it fully, you have to take to the sea. Situated in the heart of the abel tasman national park, medlands beach is an idyllic little spot, and a great place to begin your walk on the coastal track. Kiwi bach in the abel tasman national park abel tasman.
Mss 89468947 journal of abel tasman on his voyage of exploration in the ships heenskerck and zeehan, 14 august 1642 15 june 1643 dutch, 9ff, together with an english translation by charles. Abel tasman coast track new zealand hiking trails tourism. She has been proven seaworthy, fast and yet manageable for a small crew. Skydive abel tasman has been helping visitors enjoy new zealands most scenic skydive experience for 25 years. Let abel tasman guides lead you through your personal journey of discovery in this iconic part of new zealand. Awaroa inlet, abel tasman national park, golden bay. From this renowned fast yacht from the mid19th century a few replicas have been built. Entirely different than the rest of the country, its a true hikers paradise, either for the experienced trekker or the beginner hiker. One of the things on our list is doing the 5day abel tasman coastal track independently. View from abel tasman coastal track down rocky coast near ratakura point. Walk the most varied section of the abel tasman coastal track. Walk one of new zealands great walks the abel tasman national park coastal walk.
Your walk today follows the coastal track through cool native forest and reaches golden sand beaches, perfect for swimming. We are going to spend 7 weeks in new zealand this novemberdecember. Rent a holiday accomodation for short and long term stay on bookabach. Medlands beach abel tasman national park nelson, new. Jun 30, 20 rather longish tramp through anchorage and along the spectacular coastline of the abel tasman national park to bark bay. We complete the picture and can organise your whole abel. Located on the northern coastline of the south island, abel tasman is home to one of new zealands multiday walking tracks, aptly named the abel tasman coast track. Hiking the abel tasman coast track another adventure. A rich history exists of maori association with the abel tasman coast. Abel tasman is a beautiful bermuda schooner, derived from the famous america 1, designed by george steer. Hi all, four of us are heading to nz this year, and plan to be hiking part of the abel tasman coastal track in late november 2012. Abel tasman national park coastal track selfguided walk. Cruise into the heart of abel tasman national park to disembark at idyllic medlands beach.
In abel tasman, abba lodge, aquapackers, edens edge backpackers and kaiteri lodge are all good backpacking choices, as is the kaiteriteri beach motor camp. Abel tasman national park, nz holiday accommodation from au. Golden sandy beaches follow the rugged limestone cliffs towards new zealands stunning abel tasman national park. Takaka to abel tasman national park there are many places to see and visit on the way through to totaranui. Stroll along the golden sands and enjoy refreshments supplied by your guide.
This history of the abel tasman area was chosen as the prototype because it is not only the smallest. The golden sands, the clear blue water, the myriad of greens in the forest create what many people say is the picture of perfection. Wilsons abel tasman abel tasman national park tripadvisor. Fittingly, abel tasman national park, on the shores of nearby tasman bay, was opened the same year. Explore beautiful beaches along the abel tasman walk, see stunning views from high on the hills. On 1 august 1642 the governor general and councillors of the company resolved to send an expedition to the still unexplored south and eastland australia and south america, which had been.
Discover 159 holiday homes to book online for your tasman, tasman holiday. Pristine beaches, crystal clear water and new zealands only coastal national park. Feb 24, 2016 the abel tasman beach is now officially in the crowns name. Abel tasman national park holiday homes, accommodation rentals. Things to do and see around abel tasman national park abel. Catch a morning water taxi into the park through the astrolabe roadstead to torrent bay. Tasman accommodation self catering holiday homes, houses, baches, beach houses, vacation rentals, cabins, cottages, chalets and more. One day in abel tasman national park earth trekkers. If motels are more your thing, try abel tasman marahau lodge, abel tasman motel motueka and equestrian lodge motel for a good nights sleep. Short walk down to the beach, our bach was nestled among native bush with a.
If you are going to be using the track system in the park for overnight trips make sure you are properly equipped and well prepared. From here, the coastal track weaves through sunny groves of. Takaka to abel tasman national park, so many places to see. Full panorama of the bay, then the full moon rises and some star trails are. Let wilsons abel tasman take you on a spectacular journey. Book your abel tasman national park holiday accommodation online from.
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