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Camps, Huts, Activities, Hiking.
Your Guide for all things Great in the Abel Tasman.
Best Trips in the Abel Tasman
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
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Water Taxi
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Sky Dive
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Sea Kayak, Stroll, Seals and Sail
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Freedom Kayak & Walk
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Family Split Apple Kayaking
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Remote Coast - Guided Kayaking
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Freedom Kayak - Unguided
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Sail, Seals & Walk
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Full Day Sail
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Awaroa Sail & Cruise - AM
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Water Taxi - Winter Schedule
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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: I did the walk in late August and besides the amazing view and magical forest, I was lucky to see heaps and heaps...
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Mt Arthur Hike
Quick Tips: The road up to Flora Car Park can be muddy after bad weather and a 4WD is recommended all year round so please...
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Mt Robert Hike
Mt Robert Quick Tips: What a Hike! I totally fell in love with this hike! You get the best of everything. Lakes, forest, snowy mountaintops,...
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Lake Angelus Hike
A few quick pointers to get you started on the Lake Angelus Hike This track starts much like the Mount Robert Circuit but instead of...
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Harwoods Hole Hike
A few quick tips to get started to Harwoods Hole: This short walk is definitely worth the (careful) drive up there. The road detours off...
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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 Tips One of the best sections in The Abel Tasman The Bark to Anchorage Hike is one of our favourite sections of the Park....
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The Pitt Head
Abel Tasman Trips Quick Tips: The Pitt Head Peninsular is a great add-on walk as it has a range of things to offer in a...
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Cleopatras Pools
Quick Tips: Cleopatras pools is a cool series of rock pools towards the end of the Torrent River. I remember going here as a child,...
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Porters Beach
Quick tips The Hidden Gem Porters beach is the unsung hero of the Abel Tasman. It’s our Barn Favourite as its is on the boundary...
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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 Split Apple Rock is one of the favorite beaches nearby to The Barn for exploring site seeing and swimming. The Mighty granite rock...
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Motueka Salt Baths
Quick tips for the Motueka Salt Baths The Baths Set into the bank and overlooking the Tasman bay, the Motueka Salt Baths are set up...
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...
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...
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 spirit 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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