Self Guided Walks in the Abel Tasman National Park
The Abel Tasman is New Zealand’s smallest, and, arguably, most beautiful, national park. With breath-taking views around every corner, The Coast Track weaves its way through rich native forest, pristine golden beaches, and turquoise waters. Here you can immerse yourself in lush groves of tea trees, tree ferns and rimu, and walk to a soundtrack of bellbirds, tui, and weka. This area is steeped in history and culture, from the first Māori tribes and their brush with the Dutch explorer Abel Tasman, to d’Urville’s astrological survey and the first European settlers.
We believe that this is a walk that shouldn’t be rushed, and our itineraries generally allow ample time to walk at your own pace, swim at the many secluded beaches, explore intriguing side trips, and absorb some of the finest natural beauty in the world.
Our self-guided, multi-day trips offer a choice of the Coast Track Classic or Coast Track Complete. The Classic walk runs from Totaranui to Marahau, whilst the Complete walk has the addition of the lesser-visited Northern section from Wainui Bay to Totaranui. We have 3, 4 and 5 day itineraries, and a choice of staying at beachfront lodges in the heart of the Park, or boutique lodges on the edge of the Park. We take care of all the arrangements, including your accommodation, transport and food. Your overnight bag will be transferred to your accommodation by water taxi, so all you have to carry is your daypack. We will give you a full brief before you set off on your adventure, personally prepared trip notes for you to keep and an informative map.
Coast Track Classic - 3 Day Self Guided Walk
Classic Route –Totaranui to Marahau (or reverse)
2 nights beachfront lodge accommodation, in the heart of the Park at Awaroa and Torrent Bay
Carry only a small daysack, with overnight bag delivered to your accommodation
Pick up from Nelson included
Full brief, trip notes and map provided
All arrangements taken care of
$1,4450pp (twin share)
Coast Track Classic - 4 Day Self Guided Walk
Classic Route –Totaranui to Marahau (or reverse)
3 nights boutique lodge accommodation at Awaroa and Marahau
Unhurried schedule with time to linger, swim and take it all in!
Carry only a small daysack, with overnight bag delivered to your accommodation
Pick up from Nelson included
Full brief, trip notes and map provided
All arrangements taken care of
$1,100pp (twin share)
Coast Track Complete - 5 Day Self Guided Walk
Complete Route – Wainui Bay to Marahau (or reverse)
4 nights boutique lodge accommodation at Pohara, Awaroa and Marhau
Unhurried schedule with time to linger, swim and take it all in!
Carry only a small daysack, with overnight bag delivered to your accommodation
Pick up from Nelson included
Full brief, trip notes and map provided
All arrangements taken care of
$1,400pp (twin share)