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Abel Tasman Coastal Cruise: Granite Coast & Fur SealsCruise the Abel Tasman granite coastline from golden sands beach, viewing Split Apple Rock and fur seals with optional beach stops and walks along the way.
- 431 reviews
- 4.61★
- Duration
- 3h–6h
- start times · Every day
- 2
Abel Tasman: Small Group Day Trip Cruise & Wildlife KayakFeel sea air on an intimate Abel Tasman day trip cruise, kayak with seals, walk Pitt Head loop, enjoy fresh local lunch. Includes drinks, gear & small group guide.
- 251 reviews
- 4.97★
- Duration
- 6h
- start times · Every day
- 2
Nelson Skywire: 800m Zipline & Native Forest RideWorld's longest flying fox in Nelson with 12-minute dual-direction zipline, 4km forest drive & speeds to 100km/hr. Groups up to 4, daily 10am–3pm departures.
- 207 reviews
- 4.75★
- Duration
- 1h 20m
- start times · Every day
- 11
Recommended (7)
Waka Paddling Tour Toka Ngawha from Kaiteriteri: Split Apple Rock
- 165 reviews
- 4.99★
- Duration
- 3h
Abel Tasman: Water Taxi Hike & Gourmet Beach Lunch Tour
- 90 reviews
- 4.92★
- Duration
- 8h
Full-Day Sailing Tour Abel Tasman: Split Apple Rock & Fur Seals
- 87 reviews
- 4.90★
- Duration
- 7h 30m
Nelson to Mapua cycling tour: Self-guided on Great Taste Trail
- 74 reviews
- 4.72★
- Duration
- 4h–7h
Abel Tasman cruise, walk and sail from Kaiteriteri Beach
- 35 reviews
- 4.66★
- Duration
- 6h
Lowest price (4)
Nelson beer tour by e-bike: Self-guided tastings & coastal rideCycle Nelson's breweries and bars on a self-guided e-bike tour with four tastings included, hotel pickup at 10:30am and return by 5pm, no guide narration.
- 22 reviews
- 4.91★
- Duration
- 6h
- Wed–Sat
- 10:30
Nelson Wine Tour: Three Sub-Regions, Lunch IncludedTaste wines across Nelson's three sub-regions on a guided half-day tour with hotel pickup, gourmet lunch and tastings at family-owned wineries.
- 18 reviews
- 5.00★
- Duration
- 6h
- Every day
- 10:30
Golden Bay tour from Nelson: Takaka Hill, caves & Abel TasmanFull-day Golden Bay tour from Nelson with guide, park entry and gourmet lunch included: drive over Takaka Hill through native forest to limestone caves.
- 26 reviews
- 4.96★
- Duration
- 8h
- Every day
- 08:30
Kayaking in Abel Tasman National Park: Private boat charterPrivate boat charter in Abel Tasman National Park with kayaking, hiking and snorkeling. Your skipper navigates emerald lagoons and fur seal colonies.
- 34 reviews
- 5.00★
- Duration
- 6h
- Every day
- 10:00
More options (4)
3-day Abel Tasman kayaking from Nelson: Walk, paddle and lodgeKayak and walk through Abel Tasman National Park over three days from Nelson, staying at beachfront lodges while exploring golden beaches and forest trails.
- 4 reviews
- 5.00★
- Duration
- 3d
- Mon, Fri, Sat and Sun
- 10:00
Spooner's Tunnel Bike Ride Nelson: 50km downhill adventureCycle 50km downhill from the Tasman hills through hop fields and native forest to Nelson, passing through Spooner's Tunnel.
- 2 reviews
- 4.50★
- Duration
- 7h
- Mon, Wed and Sun
- 09:00
Kayaking Abel Tasman from Nelson: Private tour with guidePrivate guided kayaking and trekking in Abel Tasman National Park from Nelson, with hotel pickup, scenic drive and optional water time on Tasman Bay.
- Duration
- 7h
- start times · Every day
- 13
Heli-Fish Marlborough Sounds: Catch and dine on D'Urville IslandFly from Nelson over Tasman Bay and the Marlborough Sounds, land on D'Urville Island, catch fish, and eat what you caught with local wine and beer: all in one morning.
- 1 review
- 5.00★
- Duration
- 5h
Nelson at a glance ✓ 2026-11-05
- Most booked: Abel Tasman Coastal Cruise: Granite Coast & Fur Seals, NZ$ 125 (3h–6h, 4.61★ · 431).
- Top rated: Abel Tasman: Small Group Day Trip Cruise & Wildlife Kayak, NZ$ 465 (6h, 4.97★ · 251).
- Best value: Nelson Skywire: 800m Zipline & Native Forest Ride, NZ$ 115 (1h 20m, 4.75★ · 207).
Of the 19 experiences: 18 with free cancellation, 11 with instant confirmation, 8 with hotel pickup and 6 bookable last-minute.