It is located on the north coast of the south island on new zealand. Map of the abel tasman national park kaiteriteri boat. Plan an adventure that suits your ability and schedule. The abel tasman centre is proud to be a certified zero carbon business. Edit this map abel tasman national park map near abel tasman national park, new zealand. Various tracks in the park include an inland route, although the coast track is what everyone is here for its new zealands most popular great walk. We are in our late 60s, reasonably fit but a distance of 10ks maximum for tramping is all we. Abel tasman national park new zealand travel guide. Things to do in abel tasman national park, nelsontasman region. Doc and project janszoon released kaka back to the abel tasman coast in 2019. The park is mainly covered in dense, subtropical rainforest reaching up to the parks highest points, murray peak 1101 m and mount evans 1156 m. The abel tasman national park is an easilyaccessible coastal paradise. Abel tasman national park coastal track selfguided walk. The best abel tasman national park camping 2020 with prices.
Founded in 1942, the abel tasman national park is one of new zealands smallest national parks and named for the dutch. Abel tasman coast track trip information sheet note. Map of the abel tasman national park abel tasman kayaks. Kayaking in abel tasman can be accomplished in a halfday. Best camping in abel tasman national park on tripadvisor. Kayaking in abel tasmans national park is easily one of the best places to kayak in new zealand. We take care of the details so you can reconnect with nature and the important things in life. Media in category abel tasman national park the following 176 files are in this category, out of 176 total. Wood pigeonkereru are large birds with green and bronze feathers on their heads and. It is about 423km from christchurch roughly a six hour drive and can be reached via motueka from the south, totaranui or takaka. Abel tasman map, circa 1644, also known as the tasman bonaparte map state library of new south wales vestibule, showing a mosaic of the tasman map inlaid in the floor held within the collection of the state library of new south wales is the tasman map, thought to have been drawn by isaac gilsemans, or completed under the supervision of franz.
The park was established as such in 1942, three hundred years after its namesake was the first european to visit new zealand with over 2,200 hours of sunshine annually the coast of abel tasman national park is one of the countrys sunniest spots. The abel tasman centre is also a well stocked general store. Freedom camping is the common term for camping at locations without specific camping facilities such as toilets, showers and cooking facilities. No smoking at all times including beaches and foreshore. Abel tasman coast track new zealand hiking trails tourism. The 10 best abel tasman national park hotels where to stay. Things to do in abel tasman national park, nelson tasman region. As a team we have discussed at length our contribution and we unanimously feel it is our social responsibility to support the broader societal efforts to slow down the spread of the corona virus. The abel tasman national park is situated in the nelson region, the northwest corner of the south island bounded by golden bay and tasman bay.
Map of abel tasman national park coastal walk freewalks nz. Abel tasman national park, wildlife preserve in northwestern south island, new zealand. Established in 1942, it was named for abel tasman, the dutch navigator. Abel tasman national park national park, new zealand. The abel tasman coast track itself is only 60 km long one way and can be accomplished in anywhere from 1 5 days. Click on a marker to see a detailed description and photos about this track point. Abel tasman coast track brochure department of conservation. Abel tasman national park new zealand, abel tasman national. Book online or call our friendly reservations team to book. Weve been helping visitors get the most out of their abel tasman experience since 1997. Abel tasman coast track is a 26 mile pointtopoint trail located near motueka, nelson tasman, new zealand that offers scenic views and is rated as difficult.
Since it is right in between the north and south islands of new zealand, its quite easy to find on a map. Maps of and daytrips to abel tasman national park in new. Abel tasman coast track is a 26 mile pointtopoint trail located near motueka, nelsontasman, new zealand that offers scenic views and is rated as difficult. Abel tasman national park map abel tasman national park new. Cookers can only be used in cooking shelters provided, on sandy ground or picnic tables. Abel tasman national park new zealand, abel tasman.
The 10 best hotels in abel tasman national park for 2020. 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. Abel tasman coast track, trip information sheet, 10apr2012. Go to abel tasman kayaks go to kayak rentals services about us. Abel tasman national park is a new zealand national park located between golden bay and tasman bay at the north end of the south island. The map in this brochure is a guide only and should not be used. Abel tasman national park map abel tasman national park. Contact us services about us abel tasman map of the abel tasman national park. Interpretation guide with map pdf welcome to wilsons abel tasman national park new zealand. Abel tasman national park, new zealand tripadvisor. Abel tasman national park map nelson bays, new zealand.
Abel tasman national park things to see and do nelson. Map of the abel tasman national park kaiteriteri boat charters. The abel tasman centre is the departure point for walking, kayaking and boat trips in the abel tasman national park. This includes the closure of all fire pits at the great walks campsites and totaranui campground until further notice. Abel tasman coast track trip information sheet and detailed map pdf, 993k opens in. The centre is the booking office and checkin point for marahau water taxis, marahau sea kayaks, the marahau beach camp and other local activities and accommodation options. The 10 best things to do in abel tasman national park 2020. Map of abel tasman national park hotels and attractions. The best abel tasman national park camping 2020 with.
Located in abel tasman national park in the nelsontasman region. Welcome to wilsons abel tasman national park new zealand. Book the best abel tasman national park hotels on tripadvisor. Map of the abel tasman national park click here to view pdf. Youll see track point markers along the walk at different places. You can choose to explore the park from land, on the water, or in the air, with tour operators aplenty offering cruises, water taxi services, kayaking options, helitours and sailing catamarans. Located in abel tasman national park on the south islands northern shores, this familyfriendly great walk showcases the best that the park has to offer.
Abel tasman coast track nelsontasman, new zealand alltrails. Deservedly it has an international reputation that draws large numbers of trampers, kayakers and daytrippers from november to march. Apr 05, 2009 edit this map abel tasman national park map near abel tasman national park, new zealand. Here is the map for abel tasman national park coastal walk. The coastal track can be enjoyed as a halfday, fullday or multiday hiking adventure. Welcome to abel tasman national park coastal abel tasman national park blankets the northern end of a range of marble and limestone hills that extend from kahurangi national park.
If you see one, please dont feed it human food can harm or kill kaka. The 10 best abel tasman national park hotels where to. The entire abel tasman national park coastal track takes anywhere from three to five days to complete, but what if i told you that you could see some of the parks best beaches, tracts of exotic forest and viewpoints on a day hike. How to visit new zealands abel tasman national park travel. Maps of the abel tasman national park in nelson, nz. Weaving from beach to beach, the abel tasman coast track is the most popular great walk. Abel tasman national park is situated on a landmass that is surrounded by the golden bay in the northwest and the tasman bay in the southeast. The wellformed, gently undulating track flows along the coastline offering breathtaking views down to lush forest fringed goldensand beaches. Whilst summer is a popular time to visit, locals believe that the shoulder.
Located on the marahau waterfront, the abel tasman centre is the hub of the abel tasman village. Map of the abel tasman national park abel tasman kayak. He was the first known european explorer to reach the islands of van diemens land now tasmania and new zealand, and to sight the fiji islands. A total fire ban is in place for abel tasman national park. This post was originally published in may 2017 and was updated in november 2019 after i did another day hike which i need to tell you about. My friend and i will be in the atnp in very late september for 2 days. Map of the abel tasman national park abel tasman kayak rentals. Top things to do in abel tasman national park, nelsontasman region. The trail offers a number of activity options and is accessible yearround.
Abel tasman national park maps and daytrips are often misspelled as able tasman acomodation or accomadation or, more rarely, able tasman accomodation while some guests search for aircon cheaply or air conditioning or sometimes aircon lodgings to match their budget in nelson at the top of the south island of new zealand. The abel tasman national park has some of the most picture perfect scenery in the whole country. The 10 best things to do in abel tasman national park. Abel tasman coast track, abel tasman national park. We are contacting you to let you know that abel tasman kayaks will close for the season from saturday 21 march 2020 until 1 september 2020. The granger collection, new york tasman entered the service of the dutch east india company in 1632 or 1633 and made his first voyage of exploration to ceram modern seram island in modern.
The abel tasman national park, 60km north of nelson, is stunningly beautiful with golden sandy beaches lapped by crystalclear waters and lush green bushland, interspersed with granite outcrops and inhabited by an abundance of wildlife. Nelson 1hr 15mins motueka 25mins takaka 1hr 15mins boat to motueka ramp abel tasman centre park cafe abel tasman track ey rd alley rd s a n d y b a y. The park is named after a dutch explorer who was the first. Hooked, the waterfront cafe and beer garden is located right next.
Tasman entered the service of the dutch east india company in 1632 or 1633 and made his first voyage of exploration to ceram modern seram island in modern indonesia as captain of the mocha in 1634. All you need to know about kayaking in abel tasmans np. Abel tasman coast track, abel tasman national park weaving. Tasman district councils policy for selfcontained motorhomes encourages travellers and campers to use camping grounds and other accommodation facilities as. How to visit new zealands abel tasman national park. Marvel at naturallysculptured granite cliffs and crystalclear waters. The tropical vibe, beautiful beaches and stunning landscape mean you are in for an adventure. The ultimate day hike in abel tasman national park, new. The abel tasman national park is located on the north coast of the south island in new zealand. The abel tasman is the only coastally located national park in new zealand. This collaboration enables over 90% of the national park to have sustained pest control, creating a haven for birds. Memory map shows purple tracks and hut icons as verified routes and huts.
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