Spend a full day sailing from Kaiteriteri through Abel Tasman National Park: beaches, caves, Split Apple Rock and a fur-seal colony, with an hour ashore at Anchorage Bay. Learn about the park from your skipper while enjoying swimming and short coastal walks.
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The morning air off Kaiteriteri tastes of salt and pine as the sailing launch slips away from the beach. You feel the boat heel, the mainsail filling, and the coastline open—golden beaches punctuated by granite islands, sea spray bright in the sun. Split Apple Rock appears like a punctuation mark on the horizon; fur seals sun themselves on rocky outcrops and terns wheel above.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
7–8 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for general fitness; able to board a launch, walk short sandy/rocky sections and stand on deck for periods.
Wildlife
History
The coastline was visited by Māori for generations; Abel Tasman charted parts of the coast in 1642 and the park conserves both natural and cultural sites.
Conservation
Abel Tasman is a protected national park—practice leave-no-trace, use reef-safe sunscreen and respect wildlife distances to minimize disturbance.
Reserve your spot on the Full-Day Sailing Adventure in the Abel Tasman National Park today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Dress in layers
Mornings are calm but afternoons can bring a cool sea breeze—pack a lightweight waterproof shell and insulating mid-layer.
Non-slip footwear
Bring closed, non-marking deck shoes or sturdy sandals for boarding and walking on wet sand and rocks.
Sun protection
The sun is strong on the water—use reef-safe sunscreen, a hat and polarized sunglasses.
Prepare for seasickness
If you’re prone to motion sickness, take medication before boarding and sit mid-boat where motion is least noticeable.
Non-slip deck shoes
Provides secure footing on wet decks and rocky shorelines.
Waterproof wind jacket
Light rain or afternoon breeze can chill you—bring a breathable shell.
spring
Sun hat and polarized sunglasses
Cuts glare and protects eyes for long stretches on open water.
summer
Swimwear and quick-dry towel
Anchorage Bay has great swimming—pack swimwear for a beach stop.
summer