Water Taxi Abel Tasman
Travel with speed and style for the same fare as a small water taxi on our Vista Cruise shuttle service.
You have room to move around, or relax in comfortable seating with tables on upper and lower viewing decks. Licensed cafe on board.
Our Vista Cruise water taxi shuttle operates on a seasonal timetable, travelling between popular beaches. Discount fares for same-day return trips.
See our Trip Finder to book Cruise & Walk options designed to make the most of your time in the Park for the best price.
Charter the Vigour Water Taxi if our schedule does not suit you.
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9.20am Vista Cruise
Cruise between Kaiteriteri to Totaranui (3 hr 30 min return). Split Apple Rock and seal viewing on Tonga and Adele Islands. read more.
Start: 9.20am
End: 12.55pm
From: $76
Beaches, Bays & Seals Kayaking
Seals, lagoons and kayak sailing. Vista Cruise into the heart of the park at Torrent Bay. Seals on Pinnacle Island. Minimum age 12 yrs. read more.
Start: 9.00am
End: 4.15pm
From: $175
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Anchorage/Pitt Head #1
Maximum beach time with a 45 minute cruise to Anchorage. Relax, swim or walk to Te Pukatea or Cleopatra's Pool. read more.
Start: 9.20, 10.30 or 1.00
End: 12.55, 2.40, 4.15, 6.00
From: $64
3 Day Guided Walk
Enjoy as much or as little walking as you want along with the home comforts of our beachfront lodges. read more.
Start: Nelson Mon & Fri–Sun 10.15am; Wed 7.15am
End: Nelson 5.30pm
From: $1320
Beaches & Bays Low Season Kayak & Walk
Best low season option to kayak in the heart of the Park, see seals from your kayak and include a walk. read more.
Start: 9.20am
End: 4.15pm
From: $175
Schedules to Suit You
No need for extra accommodation before or after your trip. Contact us to arrange private transfers if required to suit your schedule. read more.
Start: From 7.30 am
End: In time to connect with your onward travel
From: $1250
Private Water Taxi Charter
Need a transfer outside of our scheduled times or to create a very special day in the Park, contact us to make it happen. read more.
Start: To suit you
End: To suit you
From: $250
Succulent Seafood
Take a journey into the National Park for a seafood feast served at our Lodge on the beach front. Minimum ten people. read more.
Start: 9.00am
End: 4.15pm
From: $160
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9.20am Low Season Cruise
Your best low season option. Cruise Kaiteriteri to Totaranui return with a 3 hour beachstop. Relax or take a walk. read more.
Start: 9.20am
End: 4.15pm
From: $76
Adele Island Birdsong & Seals
The most variety with less paddling effort. Kayak from Observation Beach around Adele Island. Minimum age 12 years. read more.
Start: 9.00am or 12.30pm
End: 2.40, 4.15 or 6.00pm
From: $130
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Medlands/Bark Bay Falls #2
Cruise to Medlands Beach in the heart of the Park (1 hr) and walk the waterfall trail around Bark Bay. read more.
Start: 9.20, 10.30 or 1.00
End: 12.55, 2.40, 4.15, 6.00
From: $74
3 Day Self-guided Walk
Design your own Abel Tasman walking adventure with help from our friendly hosts and comfortable overnight stays. read more.
Start: Nelson 10.15am Mon & Fri–Sun; 7.15am Wed
End: Nelson 5.30pm
From: $1122
Beaches, Bays & Seals Plus Walk
Seals, lagoons and kayak sailing. Vista Cruise to Torrent Bay in the heart of the park. See seals on Pinnacle Island. Walk to Anchorage. read more.
Start: 9.00am
End: 6.00pm
From: $175
Evening Barbecue Cruise
A very special evening for a group of ten of more. Enjoy a classic Kiwi barbecue in the national park after most visitors have left for the day. read more.
Start: 4.15pm
End: 9.30pm
From: $90
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10.30am Vista Cruise
Cruise Kaiteriteri to Totaranui and return. 4 hours includes Split Apple Rock and a 30 minute beach stop at Anchorage. read more.
Start: 10.30am
End: 2.40pm
From: $76
Split Apple Paddle Morning or Afternoon Kayak
Easy kayaking, great for beginners. Paddle to the famous Split Apple Rock. Minimum age 10 years. read more.
Start: 9.00am or 1.00pm
End: 12.00 or 4.00pm
From: $90
Split Apple Beaches, Kayak & Walk
Best value Kayak/Walk Combo: Split Apple Paddle, Anchorage Beach, plus seal viewing from Vista Cruise. Minimum age 10 years. read more.
Start: 9.00am
End: 4.15 or 6.00pm
From: $145
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Awaroa Dine & Explore #8
Trip detailsCruise 1 hr 30 min to Awaroa Beach. Take a picnic or purchase refreshments at the Awaroa Lodge, wilderness cafe. read more.
Start: 9.20 or 10.30am
End: 4.15pm
From: $84
Timetables and Fares
One-way schedules and fares to design your own adventure. Go to our Day or Half Day Trip Finder for the best ideas and fares. read more.
Start: 9.20, 10.30, 1.00, 4.15
End: 12.55, 2.40, 4.15, 6.00
From: $37
Privately Guided Trips
Share the knowledge of our professional guides on scheduled guided trips. To create a special itinerary for your group, hire a private guide. Contact us to make it happen. read more.
Start: To suit you
End: Your decision
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1.00pm Vista Cruise
Cruise Kaiteriteri to Totaranui return (3 hr 15 min). Split Apple Rock and seal viewing on Tonga and Adele Islands. read more.
Start: 1.00pm
End: 4.15pm
From: $76
Kaiteriteri Highlights Afternoon Kayak
An introduction to the fun of kayaking. Ideal for families and first-time paddlers. Minimum age 8 years. read more.
Start: 1.00pm
End: 3.00pm
From: $78
5 Day Guided Walk
Stay longer, slow down, and immerse yourself deeper into Abel Tasman with walking, kayaking or just relaxing by the beach. read more.
Start: Nelson Tues & Fri 10.15am
End: Nelson 5.30pm
From: $1950
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Double Beach Stop
Can't decide? There is time to stop at Medlands and Anchorage beaches (recommended) during the longer daylight hours of the year. read more.
Start: 9.20am
End: 4.15 or 6.00pm
From: $86
Split Apple Kayak Seals & Beach
Split Apple Paddle plus Medlands Beach. Optional walking. View seals from the Vista Cruise. Minimum age 10 years. read more.
Start: 9.00am
End: 4.15 or 6.00pm
From: $160
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1.00pm Vista Coffee Cruise
Cruise Kaiteriteri to Anchorage return (1 hr 40 min). Includes a complimentary hot drink on board. read more.
Start: 1.00pm
End: 2.40pm
From: $47
Kaiteriteri Highlights Kayak Taster & Cruise
Kaiteriteri Highlights introduction to kayaking with a Vista Cruise to Bark Bay and return. Minimum age 8 years. read more.
Start: 1.00pm
End: 6.00pm
From: $128
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Seals & Beach #3
Our most popular 2 hour walk from Tonga Quarry and around the Bark Bay Waterfall Trail to Medlands Beach. read more.
Start: 9.20,10.30am,1pm
End: 4.15 or 6.00pm
From: $74
Split Apple Kayak Seals & Walk
Split Apple Paddle plus 2 hr walk Tonga to Medlands. View seals from Vista Cruise on Tonga and Adele Islands. Min. age 10 years. read more.
Start: 9.00am
End: 6.00pm
From: $160
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4.30pm Happy Hour Cruise
After a day of exploring, or for pre-dinner drinks with a difference, cruise from Kaiteriteri to Medlands return (1 hr 30 min). read more.
Start: 4.30pm
End: 6.00pm
From: $57
Adele Island Beaches Kayak & Walk
Kayak to see seals and birds on Adele Island. Cruise and walk Anchorage and Te Pukatea Bay. Minimum age 12 years. read more.
Start: 9.00am
End: 4.15 or 6.00pm
From: $160
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The Great Day Out
Cruise to Totaranui, then return to Tonga Quarry for our most popular 2 hour walk, Tonga Quarry to Medlands Beach. read more.
Start: 9.20 or 10.30am
End: 4.15 or 6.00pm
From: $86
Vista Barbecue Cruise
Cruise Kaiteriteri to Totaranui return with a traditional Kiwi barbecue. Low season includes 3 hour beach stop. read more.
Start: 10.30 (9.20 May-Sep)
End: 2.40 (4.15 May-Sep)
From: $111
One Day Park Walk
The best value day in the park. Walk 11km from Anchorage to Marahau. Includes coach transfers from Nelson or Motueka. read more.
Start: Nelson 7.30am
End: Nelson 6.00pm
From: $37
Adele Island Kayak Seals & Walk
Kayak around Adele Island, then cruise into Tonga Island Marine Reserve. Walk 2 hours Tonga to Medlands. Minimum age 12 years. read more.
Start: 9.00am
End: 6.00pm
From: $172
Kaiteriteri Cruise, Walk & Kayak
Vista Cruise return to Medlands Beach, then discover the fun of kayaking in Kaiteriteri Bay. Minimum age 8 years. read more.
Start: 9.20 or 10.30am
End: 3.00pm
From: $148
Torrent Swing Bridge #4
Traditional favourite for visitors to Torrent Bay prepared to wade ashore at low tide on this shallow beach. read more.
Start: 9.20 or 10.30am
End: 4.15 or 6.00pm
From: $74
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Awaroa Pioneer Trail #9
Walk 2 hours Awaroa to Tonga Quarry. Discover what attracted Māori and European settlement on the granite coast. read more.
Start: 9.20 or 10.30am
End: 4.15pm
From: $84
Lodge Stay
Much more than accommodation at the only lodges right on the beach in Abel Tasman National Park. Minimum 2 night stay. read more.
Start: Nelson 10.15 am Mon & Fri-Sun: 7.15 Wed
End: Nelson 5.30 pm
From: $1122
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Awaroa Pioneer Plus #10
From historic Awaroa Beach walk 4 hours to Medlands via Onetahuti, Tonga Quarry and Bark Bay waterfall trail. read more.
Start: 9.20am
End: 6.00pm
From: $84
Low Season 3-Day Trip
Make the most of shorter daylight hours with 2 nights at Torrent Bay Lodge in the heart of the park. read more.
Start: Nelson 7.15am
End: Nelson 5.30pm
From: $1470
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Swing Bridge, Bush & Beach #6
Walk 4 hours Medlands Beach to Anchorage. Includes Falls River Swing Bridge, Cleopatra's Pool and Torrent Bay inlet. read more.
Start: 9.20 or 10.30am
End: 4.15 or 6.00pm
From: $74
Southern Beaches #7
For fit, active hikers who would rather walk than relax on a beach. Explore 5-6 hours from Medlands to Apple Tree Bay. read more.
Start: 9.20am
End: 4.15 or 6.00pm
From: $77
Open Day Pass
Maximum flexibility. Book your place on our most popular sailings, then choose your walking option the day before you travel. read more.
Start: Open departure
End: Open return
From: $86
3 Day Explorer Pass
Three Cruise & Walk open day passes to be used anytime over a seven day period. Choose your option the day before travel. read more.
Start: Open departure
End: Open return
From: $155
3 Day Kayak & Walk
Kayak the sheltered southern coast Tonga Island Marine Reserve to Kaiteriteri, and walk the isolated northern beaches Totaranui to Onetahuti. read more.
Start: Nelson 10.15am Mon & Fri–Sun; 7.15am Wed
End: Nelson 5.30 pm
From: $1445
DOC Walker Special
Discounted track transport available after purchase of DOC hut or camp passes. Includes coach and boat transfers. read more.
Start: Nelson 7.30am
End: Nelson 6pm
From: $43
5 Day Kayak & Walk
Stay longer, go slower, and immerse yourself deeper into Abel Tasman. Your guide helps create the perfect combination of walking, kayaking or just relaxing by the beach. read more.
Start: Nelson Tues & Fri 10.15 am
End: Nelson 5.30 pm
End: Nelson 5.30 pm
From: $2090
Totaranui Dine & Stride
From Golden Bay and Totaranui, include a Vista Cruise to the beautiful Awaroa inlet, then relax or take a walk. read more.
Start: 11.20am
End: 2.40pm
From: $30
The Great Taste Trio Cycling Inclusion
Take an extra 2 days and cycle from Nelson to join one of our multiday trips. We'll arrange it for you. read more.
Start: 9.30am Nelson
End: 4.30pm Motueka
From: $1990