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Welcome to Tasman, a stunning region in New Zealand with endless opportunities for unforgettable experiences! This page is your ultimate guide to the best things to do in Tasman, filled with a wide range of exciting activities and attractions. Whether you're seeking thrilling adventures, breathtaking scenery, or opportunities to immerse yourself in the local culture, this page has it all. From hiking through lush national parks to exploring vibrant art galleries, Tasman promises to captivate and delight. Discover your next exhilarating adventure in this picturesque part of New Zealand.
Flying in an other country is challenging in more than one way. Brianna brought me a perfect view of the Golden Bay.
Highly recommended to go and see the best of the best around the top of the South Island with Karin and her Tasman Tours. Clean and comfortable van/mini bus. Very gentle rides. Well explained local history and geography. The cafe in Takaka that Karin recommended offers the best bakeries/pies that you can't normally find in busy cities. Light to medium exercise level (only a couple of 20 minute walks). Overall, it was an unforgettable tour. I'll definitely recommend my friends and colleagues to join Karin's tours. Thanks Karin for making my Nelson trip much much better than I expected. Ta.
I had a great time on the tour yesterday. Totaranui beach wasn’t as amazing as it’s hyped up to be but still a beautiful beach. Karin is so knowledgeable about nz history, fauna and flora. Takaka was a great lunch stop, lots of nice shops and a Saturday market, great food places. The springs at the end were wonderful.
I did the trip with my parents coming from China to visit me, it was very nice. The view is stunning and the route is very friendly to everyone. Our guide Michael is amazing, really enjoyed the day
Probably one of the cheapest skydive packages in New Zealand. Video and photos were well taken. Thanks to the crews again! Thumbs up and I'm glad to tick it off my bucket list!
Unreal experience in a stunning location! Amazing team at Skydive Abel Tasman. Super safe, super accommodating and super fun! Stacey at reception was an absolute legend. My instructor "Scruffy" from Zimbabwe was awesome and showed me all the sites on the parachute down. Highly recommend it. Get out and do it!
A very professional and friendly team made our first parachute jump a fantastic experience. 13000ft hooked up safely with my experienced "buddy"and instructor they told me exactly what to expect. It was fabulous and I never felt anxious.
From getting checked in to jumping out ... I felt like I was in great hands. We had to switch my jump from 16.5k ot 13k - fine by me. It was my first jump and I am terrified of heights. My goal was to do it and overcome my fear, but to do that I needed to trust the team. And that I did. They were patient, attentive, fun, and helped me keep a level head ... until the door opened ... I am still thinking back to the drop and and man ... it was surreal but fantastic. So grateful to everyone there and to a once in a life experience. Thanks Y'all!
First time Skydiving, Phucken amazing. Loved every moment, was on a super high and feeling pumped as, had loads of energy from start 2 finish, was super xcited 2 be "JUMPING". Thanks so much 2 Dan and My Cameraman(4got his name) Use r da MANZ.... and Team 4 the amazing experience. BEST BIRTHDAY PRESENT EVER from mai KIDZ xxxx !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!HOORAAAHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
What an amazing day! Staff of Skydive Abel Tasman we're all so nice and professional :) I was so nervous at first but it all went away when I met the staff as they ensure you that you're in good hands! The views were absolutely breathtaking. The photo and video package was well worth every penny. Would love to jump with them again! Thank you!
I jumped today with Hamish! Absolutely amazing experience!
amazing experience, thanks to the staff
What an experience of a lifetime from checking in to the free fall it was all one smooth transition ✨️ my instructor Rob? was informative throughout the whole process, settled the nerves and made for an enjoyable jump 👊 shoutout to the camera 📷 man for capturing some great shots 👏
I was bit nervous and scared about the jump given I’m afraid of heights. The staff were really supportive and explained everything. The owner even had a chat must of see I was nervous he has done around 17000 jumps in his time (wicked)! Dan the tandem guy was awesome we even did some flips and tricks. All the staff make you feel at ease. Such an awesome experience really, nothing like it. I upgraded to the 16500ft jump, if you’re going up you might as well do the highest jump it was well worth the extra cash. #skydiveabeltasman
Totally awesome experience, pilot had lots of local knowledge. Beautiful scenery that you can only see from the air. An experience you will never forget.
Very glad we did this tour. The view was just amazing. We were lucky to have a beautiful weather with perfect condition. The pilot was very funny and friendly. We took a million of pictures. 30min is enough time to see everything you have to see.
Perfect way to explore Abel Tasman by foot and boat! Went during the off season and it was beautiful and the boat had more than enough room for the passengers!
Well organised tour company, everything went smoothly from start to finish, modern boats well maintained. Can’t go wrong with Abel Tasman park, beautiful scenery and unspoiled. Need to have a moderate level of fitness to enjoy any of the walking trails.
Amazing trip. If you only have one day to experience the Abel Tasman NP, this trip is for you. The walk was fairly easy with few uphill. If you are fit, you can finish it in an hour and have plenty of time on the beach. The Bark Bay was beautiful and not as busy as Totatranui. There was a waterfall too. Staff were lovely as well.
I did kayak 2 days ago and it's awesome. It was winter season so only me and my friend did that half day kayak tour. Was kind if private tour! :) Sam and Sarah was our team guides and they were so nice! Always look after us and friendly explain the sites where we drop and sea ;) Definitely recommend it. It's safe to do in off season! We did not get in water. it's safe! :)
I spent an amazing day with my friend's family, walking part was a bit of a mission, hard when going up the hill but really enjoyable as a whole. A lot of amazing views and photos of national park and sea shore, highly recommend 🎄
We hadden een heerlijke dag in het Abel Tasmanpark. De boottrip met Wilsons heen en weer was fun. De schipper gaf informatie en voer langs de split apple rock en de zonnende zeeleeuwen.
Such a fun afternoon, our guide was amazing. Really great value experience.
Was a long cruise dropping different groups all along the coast we got back to Tonga quarry at 12pm. Was a 90min walk through the high tide track, nice forest walk to bark bay then 10min to Nedlands beach for pick up at 3 back at base at 4.
After a couple of wet days, the sky opened up! It turned out to be the finest, sunniest day, perfect condition for kayaking to all the bays and beaches with ease. Our guide was informative and took us to the places that wow'ed us non-stop! The bays were beautiful, the seals were happily sunbathing, we were happily paddling along! The length of the tour was just right, we didn't end up with sore arms like we expected. My friends and I did one section of inland bush walk a day ago on a separate tour, and this was a totally different perspective on the water. Such a beautiful, most memorable day out indeed! Highly recommend!
Reputable company. Excellent day out. Would highly recommend.
Enjoyable day
I had the most fun day with my guide Paddy! Lots of background information about the area and sea kayaking, fun conversations and a well guided tour close to Seals and the most beautiful beaches. Would definitely recommend!
The weather had packed up a couple of days ago which made the paths and treks muddier than usual. However that hadn't made the slightest impact on having a great walk! The Falls River Swing Bridge could only bear 5 people on it at a time and had a very graphic warning sign. It took us 4.5 hours with very leisurely/ steady pace, including lots of photo stops, lunch break and a detour to visit Cleopatra's Pool. Turned out to the be most refreshing detour with crisp, crystal clear water washing your wariness/ tiredness away towards to the end of the walk!
An exceptional experience from start to finish, our guide Ella was friendly & professional, she was safety conscious throughout and gave clear instructions on how to use the equipment which didn't take anything away from having a fun day on the water. The weather undoubtedly played its part & some stunning photos were captured.
Even thought the weather wasn’t great (high winds on the coast) and we couldn’t do the entire journey to the north of the National park, it was still a nice journey on the modern boat. The staff helped explain everything really well and the commentary was good. The walks are very well signposted and not too demanding. We decided on the tour up to Tonga Quarry beach with the walk down to Medlands Beach. They allow ample time for you to walk between the drop off and pickup points (maybe a little too long if you don’t plan on having a dip). This route takes you high up into the forest following the sea along on your left. After a decent incline you begin to descend down into Bark Bay around 35mins after you begin the walk. Bark Bay is absolutely gorgeous with its water falls and swing bridge along the high tide path. You will also find basic toilets at the beginning and end of this route. It’s a good day out that we would highly recommend to anybody with the interest of walking a section of Abel Tasman without feeling rushed.
The cruise stop at few points and allow us to see the view of Abel Tasman, and we have sufficient time for the track. Just the weather is a bit cold outside of cruise, have to wear more warm clothes. However, inside the cafe is warm and comfortable, light foods and drinks were provided at reasonable price.
A fantastic day out from start to finish - outstanding staff who couldn't do enough for you. Made me proud to be a kiwi seeing such a slick operation showing off our beautiful country and giving everyone an outstanding experience.
We were fortunate enough to see a pod of dolphins and fur seals.
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