Cruise Abel Tasman National Park,
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Our brand new, state-of-the-art MV Abel Tasman Voyager operates the Vista Cruise year round. With morning and afternoon departures (20 October to 18 April), the choice is yours! Take a full day to cruise the coast in style and comfort, allowing time to laze on a golden-sand beach, or see the length of the spectacular granite coast in only half a day. Timetables
Abel Tasman Voyager is specially designed to land passengers on beaches with the largest tidal range in the country. Open and closed deck areas, and toilet facilities on board. Hot & cold drinks and light meals are available to purchase.
Our Vigour Water Taxis are a more robust ride. During the month of June, all services are provided by the water taxi while the Abel Tasman Voyager undergoes scheduled maintenance and safety work.
Our scenic cruises feature:
- The boat hugs the shore, travelling in close to idyllic, golden beaches.
- Your skipper provides full commentary with interesting anecdotes about natural and cultural history of the area.
- Hot & cold drinks and light meals are available to purchase (Vista Cruise only).
- Bathroom facilities on board the Vista Cruise.
The choice is yours...
Lunch
There are no shops in the National Park. Please bring your lunch with you, or order lunch with us by 6 pm the night before you travel. Light snacks, and hot and cold drinks are available to buy aboard our Vista Cruise.
Boat Departure Points
Our boats depart from KAITERITERI where coach connections are available or there is plenty of parking for your own vehicle. If you plan to walk out of the Park or are staying in Marahau, please contact us for details on boat transfers. MAP
Connecting Coaches From Nelson & Motueka
Abel Tasman Coachlines provides connecting services with our launches. We will advise and book the service that best suits you. A pick up service is provided from most accommodation, by arrangement.
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Vista Half Day Cruise
Cruise close into protected, golden-sand coves and forested granite islands. View the fur seal colony in Tonga Island Marine Reserve ( 9.30 am and 1 pm departures only). Then the scenery changes; Onetahuti marks the beginning of the northern beaches- large sweeps of golden sand separated by picturesque bush headlands.
Departures:
High Season (20 October to 18 April)
9.30 am: Cruise Kaiteriteri to Totaranaui and return 1.00 pm
1.00 pm: Cruise Kaiteriteri to Awaroa and return 3.45 pm
4.00 pm: Cruise Kaiteriteri to Bark Bay and return 5.45 pm
Low Season (19 April to 19 October)
9.30 am: Cruise Kaiteriteri to Totaranaui and return 3.45 pm
(includes a 2hr 30 min beach stop).
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How To Book
We are currently testing our new Online Booking system. Until we are sure of the efficiency of this service, our friendly Reservations Team is waiting to answer your enquiries and take your booking.
| Freephone: |
0800 223 582 (0800 ABEL TASMAN) New Zealand only
1800-139 341 Australia only
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| Telephone: |
03 528 2027 (calling from within New Zealand)
or +64 3 528 2027 (calling outside NZ) |
| Email: |
info@abeltasman.co.nz |
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