Sail, Seals, and Walk Tour in Abel Tasman
Overview
Start your day sailing from Kaiteriteri beach, soaking up the scenery along the stunning coastline, passing the iconic Split Apple Rock and the playful NZ Fur Seal colony. Take in the golden beaches, bays, islands and birdsong. Learn about the history, marine life flora and fauna from your knowledgeable skipper before arriving at Anchorage Bay around midday.
Enjoy your own packed lunch on the beach or take a swim before starting your self guided nature walk back to Marahau. Stroll along sandy beaches via picture-perfect lookouts and through native bush and the beautiful scenery the coastal track has to offer ( 3-4 hour self-guided walk).
Note: Free morning transfers from Marahau provided. This provides you with the freedom to walk the coastal track at your own pace. Free all day car parking is available at the track entrance in Marahau.
What's Included
- Tea and coffee Coffee and/or Tea
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points
- Landing and facility fees
- Driver/guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks, unless specified
Meeting and Pickup
Abel Tasman Coast track
Mārahau 7197, New Zealand
Meeting Point: 8.30am. Morning transfer/pick up from the Abel Tasman National Park track entrance, Marahau. Address: Abel Tasman National Park Carpark, 2 Harvey Road, Marahau 7197. Directions: Meet your clearly marked van transfer at the bus stop at the side of the car park. Free all day car parking is available at the National Park Entrance Car Park. Alternatively at time of booking request a pickup from your Marahau accommodation. Your transfer will then take you to Kaiteriteri Beach. Please call freephone 0800 467245 the night before your tour to confirm this pick up and details. Return point: Self-guided walk returns to the carpark at the National Park track entrance corner Harvey Road, Marahau where your vehicle will be waiting for you.
Abel Tasman Coast track
Mārahau 7197, New Zealand
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
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Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Operates in most weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 40 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (NZDT).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Tea and coffee. Coffee and/or Tea.
- All taxes, fees and handling charges.
- Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points.
- Landing and facility fees.
- Driver/guide.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off.
- Food and drinks, unless specified.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Sail, Seals, and Walk Tour in Abel Tasman is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Sail, Seals, and Walk Tour in Abel Tasman will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Tea and coffeeCoffee and/or Tea
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points
- Landing and facility fees
- Driver/guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks, unless specified
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Operates in most weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 40 travelers
