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The Barn in Marahau, New Zealand welcomes you to fun, adventure and good times just a minute's walk from the sea at the gateway to the Abel Tasman National Park. Accommodation options here include budget, cabins, backpackers and a campground and they have two fully stocked kitchens, internet and WIFI, a large deck with pool table, a large outdoor fireplace, cold beer, sea views and a children's playground, it's everything you need for a fabulous stay. The Barn is the perfect base for exploring, walking, mountain biking, going on sea kayak trips into the stunning, shallow, sandy bays, and there are scenic cruises and water taxis available and so much more, it's paradise and they look forward to to hosting you, come for a fabulous stay.READ MORE

The Park Cafe Marahau is located on the doorstep of the Abel Tasman National Park and is open in season for extensive breakfasts, lunch, dinner and Traditional, Italian woodfired pizzas, they also offer delectable packed picnic lunches for your trip into the park. They have over the years grown into one of the best eateries in the Tasman region, and their reputation for European influenced food is unsurpassed, using locally sourced products, and where possible organic fruits and vegetables. They even make their own fresh cakes and slices in-house daily, and prepare their own dough and tomato sauce for pizzas. The Park Cafe Marahau regularly hosts fun music gigs, and are a popular venue for private functions and open mic nights and hold regular events throughout the season. Come for an exquisite dining experience and good times in wonderful surrounds, they look forward to meeting you.READ MORE

Abel Tasman Marahau Lodge in Marahau, New Zealand, is just 400 metres from the Abel Tasman National Park and offers 12 spacious and private chalets in the stunning native grounds. This bed and breakfast accommodation offers home comforts with choices of studio, one and two bedroom chalets, WIFI and flatscreen's, a spa and sauna, private dining and kitchen facilities and BBQ's. Enjoy a delicious breakfast delivered to your room in the morning, and packed lunches are available for your days activities which could include kayaking, a water taxi trip, walking the National park coast track, visiting a beautiful golden beach and enjoying your lunch and so much more, come for an unforgettable stay.READ MORE

Abel Tasman Stables is a motel and bed and breakfast in Marahau, New Zealand with a magnificent view from sunrise to sunset, and warm homestay with all the comforts, and a fantastic host ensure a stay you will never forget. Abel Tasman Stables is delightfully different with great gardens offering charming comfort as they say, and self contained studio units with all amenities and features of home ensure you want for nothing, they also have a two bedroom cottage available for self catering and en-suite bed and breakfast options, the choice is yours. Abel Tasman Stables invites you to immerse yourself in the beauty of the surrounds, wake up to nature's alarm of beautiful birdsong, explore the golden beaches, all that the Abel Tasman National Park has to offer, swim with the seals, go sea kayaking, take a water taxi trip or a cruise, the possibilities are endless, and they guarantee your lives will be richer for your visit.READ MORE

Sandy Bay Holiday Cottage in Marahau, New Zealand is a peaceful and self contained holiday cottage built of natural timber, a few kolometres from the golden sand beach and Abel Tasman National Park. The cottage is serviced daily, and all linen is included, they have boat parking and a BBQ, TV, electric heat, all amenities and features for a charming and comfortable self catering stay including WIFI and a TV, a full kitchen and more. Sandy Bay Holiday Cottage is set on a small farm with rural views towards the national park, and is the perfect base for sea kayaking, horse trekking, water taxis, sailing, cruises, paddle boarding, mountain biking, coastal walks, swimming and so much more, come for a memorable stay in beautiful surrounds.READ MORE

The Abel Tasman Centre in Marahau, New Zealand has got your entire Abel Tasman experience covered, and they have something to suit everyone, sharing their unique coastline, stunning golden sand beaches, crystal clear waters, native rainforest, marine and wildlife and so much more with you for a memorable and spectacular holiday in breathtaking surrounds. This is the departure point for one day and multi day hiking, sea kayaking and scenic cruises, water taxi trips, and everything in-between, here they have you covered, and will combine and create unforgettable experiences just for you. The Abel Tasman Centre also has a general store, and offers exquisite waterfront dining at the Hooked on Marahau, as well as the Marahau Beach Camp. It's everything you need from adventures, to shopping, dining and accommodation all under one umbrella, come for a fantastic holiday and an unsurpassed experience in paradise.READ MORE

Marahau Water Taxis in Marahau, New Zealand depart from The Abel Tasman Centre and run water transportation services in the Abel Tasman National Park. With scheduled sailing departing daily, there are excellent options to choose from including a water taxi round trip and walk back from various destinations, enjoying spectacular coastal scenery, seals and other marine and wildlife, lagoons and the swingbridge, scenic boat trips, a drop off and dine at a lodge and more. Marahau Water Taxis welcomes you to a unique Kiwi experience from the minute the boat with you on board is towed by tractor and launched at the boat ramp, then enjoy a briefing and some local knowledge from your boat skipper, and head off along the Abel Tasman coastline, for which the boats are purposely built, allowing for spectacular trips to inaccessible spots, they also have a fully stocked general store, accommodation, a waterfront cafe and beer garden to take care of all your needs.READ MORE

Abel Tasman Kayaks in Marahau, Nelson, New Zealand is one of the largest kayaking operators in the country, and kayak rentals are available from one to five days. Come sea kayaking through the beautiful, amazing and spectacular Abel Tasman National Park which is famous for its golden beaches, turquoise waters, native bush walks and spectacular scenery as they say, and there are walking tracks to explore with many visitors kayaking part of the way. Abel Tasman Kayaks will help to create the perfect itinerary for you, they also provide a comprehensive briefing and trip options, and their trips are set out by days and activity type, so find the one that's best for you and do it your way. They also offer guided tours from half day up to five days with world class guides who are certified and share their passion for the area.READ MORE

Kanuka Ridge Abel Tasman Backpackers in Marahau, New Zealand welcomes you to their friendly and peaceful setting in beautiful native bush, surrounded by walking tracks, near the start of the Abel Tasman National Park. Accommodation options include choices of en-suite double, twin and single rooms with shared verandah, fully equipped kitchen, dining and lounge facilities, as well as private rooms with shared facilities and dorm rooms with shared facilities. Kanuka Ridge Abel Tasman Backpackers have BBQ's and hammocks, WIFI internet, trip and travel advice, free use of bikes, coin operated washing machine, and buses drop off and pick up from here. Enjoy sea kayaking tours and rentals, aquataxi transport, mountain biking, coastal wildlife, stunning golden sand beaches and so much more, it's all here.READ MORE

Abel Tasman's Buena Vista Holiday Apartments in Marahau, New Zealand are ideal for family holidays and getaways, strolls along the beach, swimming and cruising in the Abel Tasman National Park and more. These self contained holiday apartments are all en-suite with own entrance, come with kitchen or kitchenette, bathroom and balcony and are serviced daily, Salsa, the largest apartment comes with two bedrooms. After a hard day out exploring and enjoying adventures, return to your spacious, natural timber accommodation at Abel Tasman's Buena Vista Holiday Apartments and relax on the balcony with one of the region's excellent wines, listen to the birds call, watch the harrier hawks, you might even get lucky and see dolphins, stingray and little blue penguins.READ MORE

Abel Tasman Guides in Marahau, Nelson, New Zealand will take you on a wonderful journey of adventures walking through the Abel Tasman National Park either guided or unguided. The guides do the complete trip from pre and post trip accommodation and other activities in the area including sea kayaking, seal swims, water transport and more. Their focus is on the Abel Tasman Coastal Track with stunning views, world famous golden beaches, the unique forest and bird life of New Zealand and so much more, and you can enjoy the natural beauty and pristine wilderness for a fascinating journey all year round. The track is 41.4 kilometres long, with three days walking and a fourth rest day, and being by the sea is well serviced with water taxis, and each day you walk with a day pack and your overnight bag magically appears at your overnight accommodations. Abel Tasman Guides offer a wonderful experience with a knowledgeable interpretive New Zealand guide trip manager, and unguided track packages are available for more independent hikers.READ MORE

At Abel Tasman Kayaks - KayakRentals in Marahau, New Zealand, we are passionate about what we do, and that is renting kayaks to fun loving adventurers who love nothing better than being outdoors and paddling on the waters to some exciting secret cove or island. If the idea of going on a guided trip does not appeal to you, then kayak rentals is just for you, it gives you the freedom to explore our fascinating coastline, deserted islands, the golden beaches, as well as the Abel Tasman National Park, in your own time and at your own pace. We regularly upgrade and maintain our equipment to ensure your ultimate safety, and with our many years of experience, we know exactly how to assist you in planning a perfect kayaking trip. And after an exhilirating trip, our base provides you with a place to enjoy a welcome, hot shower before you relax with a hot or cold drink. READ MORE

Abel Tasman Golden Future Conservation Tours in Marahau, Nelson, New Zealand offers tours and customised boat charter options with beautiful scenery and local wildlife up close in the Abel Tasman National Park. Your world class guide with in depth knowledge will take you on an amazing conservation tour or custom charter from Marahau where you enjoy the personal touch in small groups and your own water taxi skippered by your guide They also serve yummy snacks and hot drinks along the way and will take you to beautiful inlets, rock pools, the open sea and predator free islands. Abel Tasman Golden Future Conservation Tours will show you fascinating marine animals, land and sea birds, and take you on a guided walk around Pitt Head ecological island with stunning views, with them you will fall in love with the Abel Tasman National Park.READ MORE

Marahau Sea Kayaks based in Marahau, New Zealand welcomes you on a fantastic adventure of sea kayaking into the Abel Tasman National Park, exploring the crystal clear waters and golden sand beaches, the sub-tropical native rainforest, nature, marine and wildlife, it's a paradise waiting just for you. This premier sea kayaking location is ideal for guided or unguided trips, and Marahu have the best combinations of kayaking, walking, water taxi transfers and accommodation options to suit you. Their experienced and knowledgeable guides share the secluded beaches, tranquil lagoons and spectacular coastline with you for a memorable experience, and guided day and multi day trips are available. Marahau Sea Kayaks also offer Freedom kayak rentals for a great way to explore the Abel Tasman at your own pace, and they have kayaks and gear available as well as Freedom packages, book today.READ MORE

Abel Tasman Ocean View Chalets in Marahau, New Zealand are set off the beaten track offering a private setting along the bush line, elevated with spectacular ocean views. Awarded a 4 star rating choices include a studio, one bedroom chalet, Premium One Bedroom Chalet and a two bedroom chalet which is spacious and wheelchair accessible. All chalets are equipped with full self catering facilities and some come with balconies, all have sea views and come with complimentary ground coffee, tea, milo cookies and toiletries and are serviced daily. Abel Tasman Ocean View Chalets offers a coastal paradise, with the Abel Tasman National Park boasting lush native bush, golden sands and turquoise waters tidal lagoons and more, enjoy famous walking tracks, boat trips, cruises, sea kayaking, fishing, marine life, the possibilities are endless, the stay perfect.READ MORE