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Your Guide for all things Great in the Abel Tasman.
Best Trips in the Abel Tasman
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There is such an awesome range of activities for every type of explorer in the Abel Tasman.
Most people Day Trips into the Park. Great for enjoying the creature comforts of civilisation.
However, if you are looking to go overnight, make sure you explore some of our recommended Trips!
Some of the best day trips
These Trips can all be organised with pick up from The Barn car park. Explore for the day and get dropped back at The Barn for a great meal, hot shower and comfy nights sleep.
Canyon Abel Tasman
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Remote Coast Kayak Trip
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Bark to Anchorage Hike
Quick Trips Walk time: 3 hours Distance: 11.9 km Difficulty:...
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Water Taxi
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Sky Dive
$329 – $749Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page -
Sea Kayak, Stroll, Seals and Sail
$325 – $352Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page -
Torrent River Canyoning
$319Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page -
Freedom Kayak & Walk
$170 – $190Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page -
Family Split Apple Kayaking
$90 – $360Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page -
Remote Coast - Guided Kayaking
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Freedom Kayak - Unguided
$110 – $130Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page -
Sail, Seals & Walk
$76 – $159Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page -
Full Day Sail
$149 – $760Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page -
Awaroa Sail & Cruise - AM
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Water Taxi - Winter Schedule
$26 – $102Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
Things to do in the Abel Tasman
Canyoning
Kayaking
Water Taxi
Sailing
NZ's Great Walk
Combining the best day trips,
with the best place to stay,
in the right order.
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Booking in
We make bespoke trips with minimum group sizes, so we work around your schedule, and will make it work for you.
Upon making a booking we will send all the relevant information to you with schedules and itineraries. Please get in contact if you would like to know more!
Going it solo
If you want to research, organise and book it all in yourself, please read through our trips to gather as much info as possible. Ensure you check the Tide Timetable for the Awaroa Crossing.
If you have any further questions about a trip just get in contact with us. We would love to help!
Build Your Own DIY Abel Tasman Trip
If you love doing your own research, learning about Abel Tasman, and crafting the perfect plan, then we have summarised the key information for you to build your own adventure. This is a great starting guide about what to expect.
Picking the right campsites are always the key. I would recommend mixing it up between the different styles of campsites as outlined in our Abel Tasman Camping info.
Check out some of the articles below in the Archives for some more inspiration.
Hire out some camping gear for your Abel Tasman Trip
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Gas Cooker Hire
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Tent Hire
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Sleeping Bag Hire
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Helpful Things At The Barn
A few things that we offer to help make your experience away go as smooth as possible.
Bag Storage
When you Book to stay at The Barn, we have FREE Bag storage available. BYO lock, or buy one at our shop. First come first serve.
Car Parking
The Barn has on site car parking. We are just a 100m from the start of the Abel Tasman Track. Arranged onsite.
Yoga Class
Stretch those limbs out and re-center yourself. Expected yoga classes to begin in November. TBC. First Come First Serve.
Bike Parking
We have paid cover parking in our shed, or free bike racks to tie up to while you’re out in The Park.
Scotty's Baguettes
@The Barn Food Truck
Welcome to Scotty’s Baguettes, Marahau’s first online food business, nestled in the stunning Abel Tasman National Park. We specialise in gourmet baguettes, offering a range of options including Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free (GFA), and kid-friendly choices.
Abel Tasman Inspiration
Check Out Our Articles Below
Takaka Hill Walk
Quick Tips: 35 min drive from The Barn, Marahau. Park at: Takaka Hill Walkway Carpark. Length: 3km half loop (1-2h) 5.1 km full loop (2-3h)...
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Mt Arthur Hike
Quick Tips: 1h from The Barn, Marahau Park at the Flora Car park at the end of Graham Valley Road. 9,2 km 3hr 30min one...
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Mt Robert Hike
Mt Robert Quick Tips: 1hr 50 min from The Barn, Marahau At SH 63 towards St Arnoud take the Mount Robert Rd exit and park...
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Lake Angelus Hike
A few quick pointers to get you started on the Lake Angelus Hike 1hr 50 min from The Barn, Marahau 2 days. 12.2km 6h up....
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Harwoods Hole Hike
A few quick tips to get started to Harwoods Hole: 55 min from The Barn, Marahau. At SH 60 take the exit on the right...
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Wharariki Beach
Quick Tips to Wharariki Beach 2h from The Barn, Marahau. Park at the end of Cape Farewell Lookout point. 8.5km loop 2h (+ extra time...
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Anchorage to Marahau Walk
Quick Tips Start Point: Do the walk Anchorage to Marahau, not Marahau to Anchorage. Distance: 12.4km Estimated Time: 3 – 4 hours with no addons,...
Read MoreBark to Anchorage Hike
Quick Trips Walk time: 3 hours Distance: 11.9 km Difficulty: Easy Recommendations: Take 2 liters of water per person and bring a camera! Awesome Falls...
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The Pitt Head
Abel Tasman Trips Quick Tips: 1 hour round trip Start and end at Anchorage (with no swims) Bring togs Go for a swim Check out...
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Cleopatras Pools
Quick Tips: Located between Anchorage and Torrent up the Torrent River Bring a Picnic Bring some togs Explore the beach on the way 10 min...
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Porters Beach
Quick trips Just a 5-10 min walk from The Barn Make sure you bring your togs at high tide Photographers playground Always a good one...
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Awapoto Hike
Quick Tips About a 2 hour drive from The Barn Remote hike, so bring everything you need. Difficultly: medium to hard. Getting there Head up...
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Split Apple Rock
Quick Tips Time from Barn: 15 mins Track Difficulty: Easy Split Apple Rock is one of the favorite beaches nearby to The Barn for exploring...
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Motueka Salt Baths
Quick tips for the Motueka Salt Baths Bring a towel About 35min drive from The Barn Bring a picnic Dogs are prohibited Great sunset photography...
Read MoreRemote Coast Kayak Trip
What’s the Best Kayaking Trip in the Abel Tasman The Remote Coast is the Best Kayaking Trip in the Abel Tasman. Explore the entire Marine...
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Te Pukatea Express
What’s the Te pukatea Express: One of the best trips to explore the magic of the Abel Tasman at a great price. Get your own...
Read MoreCanyon Abel Tasman
One of the best Trips in The Abel Tasman If you are ready for a mental and physical challenge, as well as a mean adrenaline...
Read MoreSailing in The Abel Tasman
A Couple of Explorers My partner and I had always wanted to experience as much of the Abel Tasman National Park as we could, so...
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Sky Dive over the Abel Tasman
Jumping into the experiance During my stay at The Barn, I decided to book my first ever skydive with Skydive Abel Tasman and finally tick...
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The Mountain Bike Park
The Mountain Bike Park If you are staying at The Barn and are after an awesome adventure filled with epic scenery, beautiful climbs, and all-around...
Read MoreThe Golden Bay Guide
Golden Bay is one of the last frontiers of New Zealand. Somehow it has held onto the original New Zealand creative spit in one of...
Read MoreContact Us
We would love to hear from you if you have any questions or would like us to help book an awesome Abel Tasman Experience. We can fully book and organise day trip and over night trips in the Abel Tasman.
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- 14 Harvey Road, Marahau, Tasman, 7197
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