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Treat yourself to the only scheduled Full Day sailing tour in New Zealand's coastal paradise - the Abel Tasman National Park.  <br><br>Either chill out and relax, get involved in the sailing or learn as you go, you decide! Experience some great sailing, enjoy some stunning beaches and islands, with a full hour to enjoy your lunch and relax on Anchorage Beach.  A great opportunity to go swimming or take a short walk and explore the caves.<br><br>Visit the Fur Seal Colony, Split Apple Rock, and much more on your return to Kaiteriteri Beach - see all the highlights on this tour.
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Full-Day Sailing Adventure in the Abel Tasman National Park

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A whole day in a boat cruise, tour in air-conditioned minivan and stops with short walking options with a guide.<br><br> Cruise the Abel Tasman Park, experience flora and fauna and beaches unseen anywhere else in the world.<br><br> Enjoy the beautiful landscape, Te Waikoropupu Springs,  a sacred Maori Place at the largest cold water springs in the Southern Hemisphere, charming lifestyler town Takaka, breathtaking views over Abel Tasman and Golden Bay with steep and rugged mountains on our bus ride back. This is a Small-Group tour limited to a maximum of 11 travelers.<br><br>If you are interested in getting some of the tour information translated into German please inquire if our German and English speaking guide is available on your preferred day.
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Abel Tasman and Golden Bay Tour

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Nelson is a stunning, unique city in New Zealand, so whether it’s your first time in Nelson or you’re a seasoned visitor (or local!), our 1.5-2 hour ‘Nelson in a Nutshell’ walking tour will bring this beautiful and diverse city to life. Your tour guide, Dianne, is a ‘born and bred’ Nelsonian, who knows all the hidden gems, and with a unique insight gives you a true flavour of the real Nelson. Discover Trafalgar Street, Christ Church Cathedral, Lord of the Rings Jeweller – Jens Hansen, Queen’s Gardens, Suter Art Gallery, the Centre of New Zealand and so much more in between. Prepare to be impressed!
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Nelson City Walking Tour - Guided

schedule1 hours 30 minutes - 2 hours
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Our small group personalized day-trip is the best way to experience all the Abel Tasman National Park has to offer in comfort in one day. You get to meet other travelers and receive the personal attention of the skipper as we limit numbers to 5 couples or 11 passengers. Choose how energetic you want to be with plenty of activities on offer. Our cruise itinerary is flexible and our friendly, knowledgeable skippers are excellent at locating local wildlife such as New Zealand fur seals, Little Blue penguins and on occasion dolphins.We ensure you are able to learn about the history and ecology of the Abel Tasman while take in the stunning scenery. We cruise past Split Apple Rock as far as the Tonga Island Marine Reserve in the heart of the park where New Zealand fur seals bask in the sun. Then we find a sheltered bay with opportunities to kayak, go ashore for a bush walk, or just relax on board while we prepare a delicious platter style lunch with fresh local ingredients.
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Best Abel Tasman Day trip

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Designed to suit all abilities, this tour follows native forest trails, progressing through fields and along the banks of the river.
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Quad Bike - Farm Forest Ride

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The Worlds longest Flying Fox - you trip starts with a mini-bus journey up through the park to the launch platform of the Skywire. Your guides will entertain you on the trip up with facts and stories of the park and surround areas. The ride takes up to 4 people at a time and can reach speeds of up to 100km/hr. The ride takes you both forward and backwards, with 800 metres of gravity assisted freewheeling in each direction - combined with 700 metres of scenic journey in each direction, finishing back at the start after nearly 10 minutes of thrilling adventure.
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SKYWIRE Experience

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If you like to experience raw New Zealand but want some action with it – this is the tour for you!<br><br>Learn to shoot the longbow and get to explore a native New Zealand forest that has been left alone by humans since the begin of time - classified as one of the most diverse nature areas on the top of the South Island: Nelson’s cleanest stream, giant towering trees, some of the largest silver ferns in NZ and an active bird life await you.<br><br>Archery challenges will keep you entertained throughout the tour: Shoot realistic looking Dragons and other targets uphill, downhill over streams, between ferns and under trees. This is archery in a whole new format and unique in New Zealand!<br><br>Your guide has 18 years of archery experience, is a certified archery coach, holds a NZ silver medal and a national archery record. You will get initial in-depth archery coaching and help to master the challenges in the forest archery course. <br><br>Free photos and highlights of special nature features are included.<br>
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Dragon Hunt Archery Experience in Pristine Native Forest

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Abel Tasman Water and Walk is a small group tour for visitors who prefer faster access into the heart of this popular National Park so that they can spend more time exploring the many features with an expert interpretive guide who will highlight the less obvious features of Maori history, early settler activity and the endless stories that abound here, especially from the rich variety of vegetation, birds and aquatic life.
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Full-Day Abel Tasman National Park Hiking Tour with Cruise

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Our most popular quad bike tour - Explore over 14 km of beautiful native forest trails. Ride high to the hilltops, to spectacular coastal scenery, then down through the farmlands. Light refreshments included.
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Quad Bike - Bayview Circuit

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Join Golden Bay Air for this amazing  "Top-of-the-South" day tour experience that takes you further off the beaten track to explore both stunning Golden Bay and gorgeous Abel Tasman National Park by air, land and by sea —with no retracing of steps. <br><br>This tour is packed with fantastic sightseeing and experiences. You'll have a spectacular scenic flight over Nelson and Abel Tasman golden beaches in a fixed wing aeroplane, take an easy walk to the clearest water in the world at Te Waikoropupu Springs, enjoy a scenic drive along the limestone coast of remote Golden Bay and enjoy time on the beaches in the famous Abel Tasman National Park. Finish with a spectacular cruise along the Abel Tasman, spotting dolphins and seals along the way with shuttle transfer back to Nelson. All including interesting commentary with friendly local tour guides.
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Fly Golden Bay & Cruise Abel Tasman Day Tour from Nelson

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Golden Bay is truly a hiden gem providing lots of incredible surprises. Departing  your accommodation and the city we drive over the Waimea Plains in Tasman Bay through the vineyards, market gardens and orchards then forest on Marble mountain. <br><br>This is a full day tour that never fails to impress and becomes a photographers playground with almost scenic overload proportions.<br><br>Your every comfort is included from water, fresh fruit, tea, coffee and of course a gourmet picnic lunch as well as entrance fees into middle earth caves and the National Parks where your guide is privileged with special unique access.<br><br>This day is renowned for the diversity of views and landscape formations from mountains, managed and unique native forest types. limestone and granite rock formations, incredibly clear water, estuaries, a waterfall and beautiful golden sand beaches.<br><br>If time permits a stroll through the Takaka village will top of a fascinating day.
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Golden Bay in a Day

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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. <br><br>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).  <br><br> 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.
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Sail, Seals and Walk

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Inclusive, enjoyable and great for all ages, our haerenga (journey) includes an easy 2-hour return voyage along peaceful coastlines featuring golden sand beaches and vibrant native forest as we paddle together towards the iconic Toka Ngawhā, also known as Split Apple Rock.<br><br>Along the way we will share with you our knowledge of the beautiful Maori culture as you experience the empowerment that comes through working with a team. Our spoken blessings called karakia will provide spiritual protection for our voyage through this safe and stunning section of New Zealand.
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Waka Paddling Tour: Toka Ngawha Split Apple Rock from Kaiteriteri

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Let the drivers collect you from your Nelson City Centre accommodation and drop you at Nelson Airport. They'll even help you with your luggage.
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Departure Transfer: Nelson City Centre Hotels to Nelson Airport

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Let the drivers collect you from Nelson Airport and drop you off at your Nelson City Centre accommodation. They'll even help you with your luggage.
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Arrival Transfer: Nelson Airport to Nelson City Centre Hotels

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Included in this adventure: <br> • Approximately 70 minutes flight time over the Mt Richmond Forest Park and Wairau Valley <br> • Two-way communication between you and your pilot <br> • 1 x Mountain landing <br><br>SIGHTS: <br> • The beautiful Wairau Valley <br> • Iconic boutique Winery <br> • Breathtaking mountain landscapes
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Marlborough Vineyard Discoverer

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Included in this adventure: <br> • Approximately 45 minutes flight time over the Kahurangi National Park <br> • Two-way communication between you and your pilot <br> • 1 x Mountain landing <br> • Gourmet lunch and local wines and beers are included <br><br>SIGHTS: <br> • The beautiful Abel Tasman National Park <br> • Native Bush and Wildlife <br> • Breathtaking mountain landscapes
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Best of Both Worlds - Abel Tasman

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Included in this adventure: <br> • Approximately 60 minutes flight time exploring the Nelson Lakes National Park <br> • Two-way communication between you and your pilot <br> • 1 x Mountain landing <br><br>SIGHTS: <br> • Blue Lake – the world’s clearest lake <br> • Unique land forms, habitats, plant communities and wildlife <br> • Native bush <br> • Breathtaking mountain landscapes
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Blue Lake Express

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Included in this adventure <br> • Approximately 60 minutes flight time exploring the Kahurangi National Park <br> • Two-way communication between you and your pilot <br> • 1 x Mountain landing <br><br>SIGHTS: <br> • Lord of the Rings film location! <br> • Unique land forms, habitats, plant communities and wildlife <br> • Native bush <br> • Breathtaking mountain landscapes
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Lord of the Rings Mt Olympus, South of Rivendell

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Kiwi Journeys are excited to release the new ‘Tunnel to Town’ tour. Construction on a new 5km section of trail into Wakefield is now complete allowing this amazing day of cycling, scenery and tasting.<br><br>Today you will ride through the longest disused rail tunnel in the southern hemisphere, extraordinary mountain vistas, amazing scenery through farmland, orchards, hop gardens, vineyards, coastal estuaries as well as being able to sample world class food and beverage
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Tunnel to Town - Day Adventure Option B Nelson City

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Included in this adventure<br> • Approximately 90 minutes flight time exploring the Kahurangi National Park <br> • Two-way communication between you and your pilot <br> • 2 x Mountain landings <br><br>SIGHTS:<br> • 2 x Lord of the Rings film locations! <br> • Unique land forms, habitats, plant communities and wildlife <br> • Native bush <br> • Breathtaking mountain landscapes
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The Ultimate Lord of the Rings Combo Tour

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Kiwi Journeys are excited to release the new ‘Tunnel to Town’ tour. Construction on a new 5km section of trail into Wakefield is now complete allowing this amazing day of cycling, scenery and tasting.<br><br>Today you will ride through the longest disused rail tunnel in the southern hemisphere, extraordinary mountain vistas, amazing scenery through farmland, orchards, hop gardens, vineyards, coastal estuaries as well as being able to sample world class food and beverage.<br><br>Choose from Option A, ‘Tunnel to Town - via Mapua’, or Option B, ‘Tunnel to Town
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Tunnel to Town - Day Adventure - Option A Via Mapua

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Included in this adventure: <br> • Approximately 120 minutes flight time over the Kahurangi National Park and the Heaphy Track <br> • Two-way communication between you and your pilot <br> • 1 x Mountain landing <br> • Private guide <br> • Picnic lunch and local wine and beers are included <br><br>SIGHTS: <br> • The beautiful Heaphy Track <br> • Wharariki Beach <br> • Breathtaking mountain landscapes
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The Heaphy Track - Heli Hike

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Included in this adventure: <br> • Approximately 25 minutes flight time <br> • Two-way communication between you and your pilot <br> • 1 x mountain landing <br><br>SIGHTS: <br> • Tasman Bay <br> • The surrounding National Parks <br> • Snow (in Winter)
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Nelson Mountain Adventure

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