Abel Tasman is the smallest national park in the country and the sunniest, a coastline of golden beaches and granite headlands with a 60 km coastal track that can be walked or broken up by water taxi. Kayaking with fur seals is the other main way to see it. Tides govern two of the track's crossings.
Related activities
Abel Tasman coast track section
Water taxi in and walk back along the coast in a day.
Sea kayaking with seals
Guided paddle along the granite coast to a seal colony.
How to get to Abel Tasman National Park
Abel Tasman National Park sits in New Zealand. It pairs well with Tongariro National Park, Lake Wakatipu, Milford Sound, so you can group them on the same day.
Tips for your visit
Related things to do here include Abel Tasman coast track section, Sea kayaking with seals.
Abel Tasman National Park FAQ
Where is Abel Tasman National Park?
Abel Tasman National Park is in New Zealand.
What is near Abel Tasman National Park?
Nearby places include Tongariro National Park, Lake Wakatipu, Milford Sound, Gibbston Valley.
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