Cruise Abel Tasman to Golden Bay
Overview
Explore the Best of Abel Tasman National Park and Golden Bay in One Day!
Your friendly guide will pick you up from your accommodation for a scenic journey across the Waimea Plains and Moutere Hills to Kaiteriteri. From there, enjoy a cruise along the stunning coastline of Abel Tasman National Park, famous for its clear waters, golden beaches, and fur seal colonies.
Disembark at Tōtaranui for an adventure through Golden Bay, a region of breathtaking landscapes. Explore sub-tropical rainforests, intriguing rock formations, and pristine beaches. Visit Te Waikoropupū Springs, home to some of the world’s clearest water, and enjoy a gourmet picnic or a meal at a local café.
Your return journey takes you over Takaka Hill, past unique granite and marble formations, with panoramic views of Golden Bay, Abel Tasman National Park, and Tasman Bay.
What's Included
- Lunch Either a gourmet picnic lunch or at an exceptional local cafe
- Snacks
- Light refreshments
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- National Park Fees
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- All activities
- Local Guide
- Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
What To Expect
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Abel Tasman National Park
1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Te Waikoropupu Springs (Pupu Springs)
1 hour Admission Ticket Included
Takaka Hill
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking.
- A moderate amount of walking is involved, please wear comfortable shoes.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (9)
Q: Will I get seasick on Cruise Abel Tasman to Golden Bay?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-8767P3
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Frequently Asked Questions (9)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (NZDT).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Lunch. Either a gourmet picnic lunch or at an exceptional local cafe.
- Snacks.
- Light refreshments.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off.
- National Park Fees.
- Air-conditioned vehicle.
- All activities.
- Local Guide.
- Gratuities.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 1. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Cruise Abel Tasman to Golden Bay is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Cruise Abel Tasman to Golden Bay will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- LunchEither a gourmet picnic lunch or at an exceptional local cafe
- Snacks
- Light refreshments
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- National Park Fees
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- All activities
- Local Guide
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking.
- A moderate amount of walking is involved, please wear comfortable shoes.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers
