4 Day New Zealand Abel Tasman Coast Track Walk
4-Day New Zealand Abel Tasman Coast Track Walk – A Pack Free Guided Walking Tour by Life’s An Adventure
Life’s An Adventure invites you to experience the beauty of Abel Tasman National Park on a 4-day Pack Free guided walking tour. Located at the top of New Zealand’s South Island, this stunning park is renowned for its pristine beaches, lush native forests, and picturesque inlets. Our tour showcases the best sections of the Abel Tasman Coast Track, offering a relaxed and enjoyable journey through one of New Zealand’s most visited national parks.
The adventure begins with an arrival day that includes accommodation, allowing you to settle in and prepare for the days ahead. Over the following three days, explore the highlights of the Abel Tasman Coast Track, with private boat transfers each day to access the most scenic sections of the trail. Walk along golden beaches, through rich native forests, and around tranquil bays, where crystal-clear waters meet the lush greenery of the park. Each day presents a new landscape, revealing the natural beauty that makes Abel Tasman so captivating.
Accommodation throughout the tour is at the secluded Awaroa Lodge, a charming retreat nestled within the park. Enjoy magnificent views, comfortable lodgings, and warm hospitality, with gourmet meals featuring fresh local produce and fine New Zealand wines. The lodge’s peaceful setting provides the perfect place to relax and recharge after a day on the trail, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in the natural surroundings. The Pack Free approach ensures a hassle-free experience, allowing you to explore the park’s diverse landscapes without carrying a heavy pack. The itinerary is designed to offer flexibility, with private boat transfers providing easy access to the best parts of the track each day.
For those seeking an extended adventure, this 4-day Abel Tasman walk can be combined with Life’s An Adventure’s 3-day Queen Charlotte Track walk, creating a 6-day New Zealand walking experience that showcases the top coastal trails of the South Island.
The 4-day Abel Tasman Coast Track walking tour is more than just a hike; it’s an opportunity to discover one of New Zealand’s most iconic national parks, where stunning landscapes, exceptional accommodation, and carefully planned routes come together to create a truly memorable experience. Join us for a journey that captures the essence of Abel Tasman and the magic of the South Island.
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This tour has an ever changing itinerary due to tidal crossings and shuttle services.
A Pack Free Walk
Carry as little as your water, camera and lunch
One of the biggest drawcards of this walk is that our guests won’t be asked to carry their clothes or overnight bags for the entire walk. This is a big advantage in you’ll avoid carrying an additional 8kg or more on your back every day. With Life’s An Adventure, carry as little as your water, camera and lunch.
Wow Factor!
Abel Tasman Kayaking experience
The wilderness reserve of Abel Tasman National Park reaches from Marahau in the south and Wainui in the north. As well as the many beautiful walking trails of this area, the coves and waters of this area are just as fascinating and home to New Zealand fur seal colonies. For an up-close experience, we have included a guided kayak tour from our accommodation for the chance to see these playful creatures.
Rutherford Hotel, Nelson
1 night
Our first night is spent at the Rutherford Hotel Nelson. Centrally located, the hotel is close to the city’s art galleries, shopping and iconic Cathedral.
Awaroa Lodge
2 nights
Tucked away on the edge of a forest is the secluded Awaroa Lodge. As this remote and charming lodge is not accessible by road, we will arrive spectacularly by boat, before disembarking for a walk to the lodge along the beachfront. The main lodge features a bar, library, cosy log fireplace, outdoor courtyard and the superb Harakeke Restaurant.
Our guests will stay in Standard rooms, with a private deck overlooking the native bushland or wetlands. Relax and soak up the tranquillity of this unique location.
Room Configurations:
Twin share. King or two twin beds available
Single Supplements
Solo travellers not wishing to share with another solo traveller can pay a single supplement.
Flexible and Personalised Tours
Our tours are designed to be personal and intimate with a maximum group size of 10″-12 people. However, if you have a bigger group please contact us for details.
World Class Guides
Our World Class Guides are passionate, well trained and enthusiastic with the ability to bring to life a depth of information. We have two guides on every walk to ensure we can cater for different walking abilities, with at least one guide a local to the area.
Fabulous meals featuring local produce
Included on tour
Evening meals are a great time for the group to come together and enjoy each other’s company. Guests will enjoy dining each evening accompanied with regional New Zealand wines.
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Why Choose Us
Tour Itinerary
Your 4 day walking holiday includes:
- Pack Free Walk – Carry as little as your water, lunch and camera
- 2 nights accommodation at the secluded Awaroa Lodge
- 1 night accommodation at the stylish Rutherford Hotel, Nelson
- Boat transfers to the trail each day
- Guided kayaking tour
- 3 delicious lunches
- A la carte dining in the restaurant every evening featuring local produce
- Fine New Zealand wines with evening meals
- 2 x Hot and cold breakfasts
- Fresh fruit and trail mix to enjoy during your walk
- Professionally guided – Our guides which we refer to as “CEO – Chief Experience Officers” who are passionate, well trained and enthusiastic with the ability to bring to life a depth of information. We have two guides on every walk to ensure we can cater for different walking abilities, with one guide a local to the area with great local knowledge.
- National Park Fees
- Return transfers to and from Nelson
Organise your flights to arrive into Nelson anytime today. Nelson can be reached by flying from Christchurch or Wellington airports.
Welcome to Nelson, a city renowned for its arts and crafts, galleries and festivals. Tonight meet your guides at 7.00 pm for dinner in the Oceano Panorama Restaurant at the Rutherford Hotel Nelson. Offering a superb a la carte menu and wonderful local wines this is an excellent opportunity to get to know your fellow guests.
After a hearty breakfast, we’ll transfer by minibus to the charming seaside town of Kaiteriteri. From here, we’ll board a boat and cruise along the breathtaking coastline of Abel Tasman National Park, soaking in views of crystal-clear aqua waters, secluded coves, and picturesque beaches.
Our journey continues as we disembark at the stunning Medlands Beach to begin today’s walk. From beautiful Bark Bay, the trail ascends through Manuka forested headlands, offering a glimpse of an old historical granite quarry along the way. The path then leads us to Onetahuti Bay, a spectacular beach framed by towering granite headlands and lush Punga ferns. At the end of the bay, we’ll cross a charming walkway and bridge before ascending to a ridgeline. Though today’s climbs reach up to 160 meters, the effort is rewarded with panoramic views of dense forests and pristine beaches below.
This afternoon, unwind and enjoy some well-deserved relaxation before rejoining the group for a delightful à la carte dinner at the Lodge restaurant. The menu features creative dishes crafted from local produce, perfectly paired with exquisite New Zealand wines.
After breakfast, there is the option to kayak from the lodge on the stunning waters of this spectacular marine park. Local New Zealand fur seal colonies can often be seen frolicking in the waters on this journey, and it is one of the most memorable kayak tours of a lifetime. For those not wanting to join the kayak enjoy time to relax or enjoy a sleep in.
Lunch today will be enjoyed at the Harakeke Restaurant, where the menu features an array of organic herbs and seasonal vegetables grown onsite. Savor your meal while taking in the stunning views of the surrounding wetlands. After lunch, we’ll embark on an afternoon walk along the local Awaroa tracks. Along the way, your guide will provide insights into New Zealand’s diverse flora and fauna, enriching the experience with fascinating details about the natural environment. Tonight the group comes together for dinner in the restaurant served with New Zealand’s fine wines and modern creative cuisine.
Enjoy breakfast at the lodge before transferring by boat to reach the golden beach of Totaranui where we disembark to start our walk. We cross a stunning granite headland above Skinners Point to reach Goat Bay and then head on to pretty Waiharakeke bay, the track crosses a substantial headland to the north end of Awaroa inlet, the largest in Abel Tasman National Park and make our way back to the lodge where we collect our luggage. From here we join our boat transfer back to Kaiteriteri before joining our minibus back to Nelson arriving at approximately 6.45pm. The end of a remarkable journey.
For those wanting more walking, why not add a 3 day Queen Charlotte Sound walk before your Abel Tasman walk for a 6 day New Zealand journey.
Tour Availability
PRIVATE GROUPS:
Departure date of your choice is subjective to availability. A minimum group size of 8 required. Prices are equal to Past Travellers’ discounted rates. Based on twin share – see details about Single Supplement and upgrade extras.
Please contact us for more details on (02) 9975 4553 or email: walks@lifesanadventure.com.au
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SOLO TRAVELLERS & EXTRAS:
SOLO TRAVELLERS WILLING TO SHARE
If you are a solo traveller willing to share a room, we will attempt to match you with another solo traveller of the same gender. If we can’t find you a match of the same gender by around 12 weeks prior to the tour, you will be charged the single supplement cost. Subject to availability at time of booking.
SOLO TRAVELLERS
WANTING THEIR OWN ROOM
For those wanting to guarantee their own room, a single supplement cost will be charged at the time of booking. Subject to availability.
SINGLE SUPPLEMENT: $470
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FlexiWalk – Cancel for Any Reason:
Purchase a FlexiWalk Add-On for normal price tickets and cancel 96 hours prior to departure for any reason. Price: $295 per person. See conditions below for full details.
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BOOKING TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Before you book please read our Booking Terms and Conditions. Click here.
SALE TICKET CONDITIONS:
* Super Earlybird, Earlybird and Spot Special Sale Tickets: Must be paid in full at time of booking. Refunds or cancellations are not permitted for Sale Tickets however, transfers to another date are permitted 12 weeks or more prior to departure. We advise taking out travel insurance in case unexpected circumstances prior to the trip, prevent you from joining this tour. Early bird or Spot Special discounts cannot be used in conjunction with another offer. We have partnered with Cover-More to provide travel insurance to our guests. To get a quote or purchase travel insurance directly with them Click here. To receive these special discounts, full payment must be made at the time of initial booking. Flexiwalk Add-On option not available on these tickets.
* Those who have travelled with Life’s An Adventure previously, receive a past passenger discount of $100. This discount will automatically be deducted from future bookings when you book online using the same email address used for past bookings.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
* Prices are per person in Australian dollars and include GST.
* A deposit of $500 per person is required to secure your booking. (unless taking advantage of Earlybird or Spot Specials in which full payment is required at time of booking).
* Note: If you are booking within 120 days of your departure date – we will require full payment at the time of booking
* Prices are based on twin share of rooms. If you are travelling solo you may be required to share with someone of the same gender. If this is not suitable you can request to pay a single supplement, however, limited single rooms are available per trip so are on a request basis.
* Payments must be made online via our NAB (National Australia Bank) secure payment page via credit card (Visa or Mastercard) or over the phone.
* We advise taking our Travel Insurance to cover items such as cancellation of tour due to minimum numbers not met, or adverse weather conditions, injury, evacuation, delayed flights, illness, etc. Click here
* Credit for cancelled activities. If a tour activity has been cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances a credit for this missed activity can be applied to any future bookings. Click here.
* FlexiWalk Option – Cancel for any Reason Click here for full conditions on our FlexiWalk Option.
