Things to do in Nelson - list of backpacker activities: Abel Tasman sea kayaking

With its warm, sunny climate Nelson Tasman is the perfect place for the huge diversity of backpacker activities you can do all year round - outdoors or indoors. Whether it is something thrilling, something action-packed or just something relaxing that you want to do check it out below. All listings have phone, email and/or web links so use those and contact operators directly to book your backpacker activites. If you have found this site useful and make an enquiry from it please let the operator know that you heard about them via BackpackNelson.com.

If you don't have your own transport many Nelson Tasman activity operators will pick up or drop off from hostels in Nelson City or other places around the region. If they don't don't despair - there is a great network of transport around the region, supporting backpacking. See the transport section of this site for options.


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Bead Gallery Climbing Hang Gliding Kitesurfing Quadbiking Sea Kayaking Sky Diving Water Taxi Water Sports	Bone Carving Fishing Horseback Riding Mountain Biking Rafting Seal Swim Skywire Museums	Breweries Flying the Pitts-Special Jet Boating Paragliding Sailing & Boating Skiing Wine/Beer/General Tours Maori Culture

Sea Kayaking
The calm, tourquoise clear waters in Tasman and Golden Bay make it a perfect place for sea kayaking and there are lots of options ...... Most sea kayaking operators are in the Abel Tasman National Park but there is also great sea kayaking in Cable Bay, around Kaiteriteri (just south of the Abel Tasman) and also in Golden Bay.

Abel Tasman Kayaks

Abel Tasman

Abel Tasman Kayaks incorporates Ocean River freedom rentals. We kayak with the breeze. From three hours to three days, trips to suit all budgets and abilities. Camping and boat stay options. Hot tub and secure parking at our Marahau base.

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Marahua Beach, Motueka
Ph: 03 527 8022
Freephone: 0800 732 529 (within NZ only)
Fx: 03 527 8032
Email: info@abeltasmankayaks.co.nz
Web: www.abeltasmankayaks.co.nz

Kaiteriteri Kayaks

Abel Tasman

Kaiteriteri Kayaks has been operating in the Abel Tasman National Park for 12 years.
Cymen and Nick are the owners /operators. They are the best of mates.
Their philosophy is simple - mixing New Zealand character and flair with extensive sea kayaking experience.

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Kaiteriteri Beach, Kaiteriteri
Ph: 03 527 8383
Freephone: 0800 25 29 25 (within NZ only)
Fx: 03 527 8382
Email: abeltasman@seakayak.co.nz
Web: www.seakayak.co.nz

Kiwi Kayaks

Abel Tasman

Kiwi Kayaks, "Simply the Best"
Explore uninhabited islands, kayak with playful seals, relax on golden beaches. Half day twilight, kayak/walk options, fully guided overnight tours and freedom rentals. Kiwi Kayaks provides an unforgettable, quality experience. Prepare to be inspired.

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PO Box 6058, Riwaka
Ph: 03 528 7705
Freephone: 0800 695 494 (within NZ only)
Fx: 03 528 7719
Email: info@kiwikayaks.co.nz
Web: www.kiwikayaks.co.nz

Abel Tasman Wilson's Experiences

Abel Tasman

Best choices for Abel Tasman National Park. Relax with Vista Cruise or speed with Vigour Taxi. Walk in native forest, sea kayak protected coves or laze on a golden beach. Can't decide? Choose a Backpacker Special that does it all.

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265 High St, PO Box 351, Motueka
Ph: 03 528 2027
Freephone: 0800 223 582 (0800 ABEL TASMAN) (within NZ only)
Fx: 03 528 6087
Email: info@abeltasman.co.nz
Web: http://www.abeltasman.co.nz

The Sea Kayak Company

Abel Tasman

Experience the temptations of the Abel Tasman! Guided one to five day tours, fully catered or bring your own food. Freedom rentals also available. Free secure off road parking, hot showers and swimming pool available on return to our base. Kayak base at 506 High St, Motueka.

506 High Street, Motueka
Ph: 03 528 7251
Freephone: 0508 25 29 25 (within NZ only)
Fx: 03 528 7221
Email: info@seakayaknz.co.nz
Web: www.seakayaknz.co.nz

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