Walk & Water Taxi - Aqua Taxi Abel Tasman
from NZD$64.00
About
Description
Abel Tasman Aqua Taxi provides water taxi trips, sea shuttle services, guided tours, seal watching cruises and pack/luggage transport in Abel Tasman National Park, New Zealand.
The Abel Tasman National Park is New Zealand's smallest national park at 22,350ha. Established in 1942, it is famous for its golden beaches, turquoise waters, native bush walks and spectacular scenery.
There are two walking tracks; the beautiful coastal track which takes 3-5 days to walk the entire length and the more remote inland track through the hilly centre of the park which also takes 3-5 days.
If you dont have time to hike the entire length of the National Park then choose one of our half day or full day unguided walks combing with the Aqua Taxi from Kaiteriteri Beach and Marahau.
Kaiteriteri beach is an idyllic holiday place where many kiwis come to holiday. It is a little seaside town with a very laid back holiday atmosphere. Kaiteriteri is one of New Zealand's premier swimming beaches and is known for its safe, sheltered waters and golden sand. It is great to start your Abel Tasman experience straight off the beach with Aqua Taxi.
Marahau is the gateway to the world famous Abel Tasman National Park. Aqua Taxi is located approximately 800 mtrs from the track entrance. Marahau has a long sweeping beach which offers safe swimming for the whole family. From the beach you can see the offshore Islands Fishermans and Adele Island. Aqua Taxi offers the only purpose built base to depart into the park from. We also offer secure car parking.
Full Day Options
We have packaged up the most popular parts of the track with an Aqua Taxi and walk option. A great way to see the park.
Seals and Sand
Boat to Onetahuti Bay via the seal colony, walk to Torrent Bay (3.5 hrs) or Anchorage (4.5 hrs) to meet the boat again.
- Your skipper will stop at Tonga Island to view the seals before dropping you off at Onetahuti
- At Tonga Quarry you can see still remnants of the quarry and see leftover drilled slabs of granite
- The track crosses the only swing bridge in the park - 47 m in length - Falls River Swing Bridge
- This section of track is considered the most picturesque section of the park
Remote Getaway
Catch the morning Aqua Taxi to Mutton Cove and walk to Totaranui (2.5hrs) to meet the boat for the return trip back.
- You will see a lot of sub-tropical bush on this section of track
- This tour incorporates cruising the length of the Abel Tasman National Park
- Your skipper will stop at Tonga Island to view the seals before dropping you off at Mutton Cove
- From Separation Point you can see into Golden Bay.
Slice of Paradise
Travel the length of the park to Totaranui and back either to Onetahuti for a 3.5 hr walk to Torrent Bay or to Bark Bay for a 2.5 hr walk to Torrent Bay. Followed by the water taxi back home.
- Your skipper will stop at Tonga Island to view the seals before dropping you off at Onetahuti
- At Tonga Quarry you can see still remnants of the quarry and see leftover drilled slabs of granite
- This section of track is considered the most picturesque section of the park
- The track crosses the only swing bridge in the park - 47 m in length - Falls River Swing Bridge
Half Day Options
We get you into the park's heart to experience the best. Combines a short walk and a scenic Aqua Taxi ride.
Pitt Head Walk Journey
Aqua Taxi from Marahau to Te Pukatea Bay and walk the Pitt Head track (1 hr to Anchorage) to meet your return Aqua Taxi.
Three Hour Scenic Cruise
A comprehensive round trip visiting all points of interest along the sparkling bays and golden beaches of the Park. The friendly fur seals of Tonga Island are a highlight.
Trip Includes
- Return Aqua taxi from Kaiteriteri or Marahua beaches
- Unguided walk through the Abel Tasman National Park
Duration
- Half day or full day options available
Departures
- 9am, 10am or midday
- Operates all year
Other Information
- Aqua Taxis depart from Kaiteriteri Beach or Marahau Beach
- Children are welcome
- Seal Swim and Seal Watch options available see Seal Swim listing on our site