Wilsons Abel Tasman Sea Kayaking | Day Trips

No experience necessary! Let your friendly guide introduce you to the Abel Tasman National Park with some of the best sea kayaking territory in New Zealand. An Abel Tasman kayaking tour takes in stunning scenery and abundant wildlife.

Protected from most weather, the Abel Tasman coast is renowned for clear azure waters, golden-sand beaches fringed by native forest, hidden coves and carved granite headlands.

The coast is home to many sea birds, including the Little Blue Penguin. NZ Fur Seals breed on the islands close to shore. Dolphins visit the idyllic coast, perhaps on the same day as you.

With boat access to countless sheltered bays and secluded stretches of coastline, Wilsons offers a diverse, exciting range of Abel Tasman kayak tours.

Half Day Abel Tasman Kayaking Options

Split Apple Paddle

Experience the stunning Kaiteriteri coastline with up to 2 hours easy paddling
Coach or drive to Kaiteriteri to check in at the Wilsons Abel Tasman Ticket Office by 8.50 am (morning trip) or 1.00 pm (afternoon trip)
Meet your guide who will settle you into your stable double kayak with full training
Your guide knows all the best, secret spots & visit the famous “Split Apple Rock”
Returning to Kaiteriteri by 12 noon (morning) or 4.00 pm (afternoon) in time to catch a boat cruise into the Park if you wish

Full Day Abel Tasman Kayaking Trips

Beaches, Bays & Seals

Four hours paddling in the heart of Abel Tasman National Park
Coach or drive to Kaiteriteri to check in at the Wilsons Abel Tasman Ticket Office by 8.50 am
Meet your guide to board your boat cruise to the best sea kayaking territory
At Torrent Bay, your guide will settle you into your double kayak with full training
Then, it’s on to the water to explore the wondrous headlands, coves and islands
Pause at a sheltered cove for lunch (supplied), take time out to relax on the beach
On your return journey to Torrent Bay, visit the seal colony at Pinnacle Island
Rejoin the boat to cruise back to Kaiteriteri at 6.00 pm
Times & itinerary can vary slightly 19 April to 19 October, please confirm details the day before your trip

Beaches, Bays, Kayak and Walk

Available 01 May to 30 September
Paddle in the morning, then cruise into the Park for some quality beach time
Coach or drive to Kaiteriteri to check in at the Wilsons Abel Tasman Ticket Office by 8.50 am
Meet your Guide who will settle you into your stable double kayak with full training
Paddling north, this relaxing trip explores all the secret spots
Stop on a golden beach for a short break before heading back to Kaiteriteri by 12 noon
Swap your kayak for walking shoes and join your 1pm Cruise to Anchorage Bay
Choose to relax on the golden expanse of Anchorage Beach or take a leisurely walk to the beautiful protected cove of Te Pukatea Bay and return (approx 45 mins, 3 kms)
If you take the Pitt Head Loop track with fabulous coastal vistas it will take approx 1.15 hours (4 kms) 3 or 5 pm board the Vista Cruise to return to Kaiteriteri at 4.10 or 6.00 pm

Beaches, Bays & Seals with Walk

Available 20 October to 31 March
This is a great trip to view seals, kayaking sailing and coastal vistas
Drive to Kaiteriteri to check in at the Wilsons Abel Tasman Ticket Office by 8.50 am
Cruise from here passed the island and golden coves of the Astrolabe Roadstead to Anchorage Beach
Disembark at the Torrent Bay Lodge and settle into your stable double kayak
Paddle around the headlands, passed coves and island of the granite coast for 2 hrs 30 mins
At the end of the paddle take an unguided 5 km walk (approximately 2 hours) around the picturesque Torrent Bay inlet to the long golden beach at Anchorage
Meet the boat again to cruise back to Kaiteriteri by 6.00 pm.

Other Information on Abel Tasman Sea Kayaking

Please note children under 10 years old must have a private guide to participate in the day trips. Age limited of 12 years old applies to longer day trips.
Your trip includes all technical & safety gear, incl full instructions and safety briefing
You provide: Towel, hat, sunscreen, warm top (plus polypropylene thermals if you have them), swimsuit, change of clothes, camera and walking shoes
Bring your own lunch, or order a scrumptious Picnic Lunch the day before your trip
Lunch included in Beaches, Bays & Seals day trip

Departures

Departures from Kaiteriteri with bus connections to Motueka, Nelson and Marahau.

Location

Wilsons Abel Tasman Ticket Office. Kaiteriteri waterfront, Kaiteriteri, Abel Tasman, New Zealand.

Book Abel Tasman Sea Kayaking Tours

You can book Abel Tasman kayak tours separately or as part of one of our New Zealand holiday packages. We bundle activities, accommodation, and transportation together for convenient, affordable New Zealand holidays.

The following popular New Zealand holiday package includes an Abel Tasman kayak tour: