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Abel Tasman Sailing Adventures
Abel Tasman Sailing Adventures
Abel Tasman Sailing Adventures
4.5
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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About
We are a local family owned yacht charter business who have been providing great sailing opportunities in the region for 20 years. Skippered tours include daily scheduled sailing tours, private personalised sailing tours & multi day sailing holidays in the Abel Tasman National Park, Nelson and Tasman Bay waters. Our fleet consists of 3 day sailing catamarans and 2 larger cruising sailing catamarans. Guests experience a quality, personalised and friendly service and a most memorable holiday. Join a scheduled day tour with others, selecting either a full day sailing tour or a combination tour including half day sailing and half day walking, kayaking, cycling or motor water taxi. Or arrange an exclusive tour for either a full day or an overnight multi-day holiday. Stay on board the comfortable cruising catamaran, choose your length of stay and customise your time on board to suit your timetable. Your skipper is your host and guide. Enjoy the bay the Peaceful, Quiet, Relaxing way!
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Boat Tours
6 hours
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1 contribution
Nov 2023 • Couples
It was a beautiful day for a sail and a walk with a very nice captain and crew. All in all a great experience
Written 24 November 2023
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Sailing09
Thank you for the wonderful review! We hope to see you again.
Written 25 November 2023
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Caroline Wright
Auckland, New Zealand4 contributions
Sep 2023 • Business
We were a school group. Brilliant way to finish an exhausting school camp, we had walked part of the Abel Tasman track the previous day, so a relaxing sail on our final day was an awesome way to finish.
Written 21 October 2023
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Sailing09
Thank you for your feedback! We are happy you had a great finish to your school camp!
Written 30 October 2023
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einstein2
Colorado91 contributions
Feb 2023 • Solo
The views are amazing, and it was so peaceful to sail along and just enjoy my time there. My tour included a lunch and a stop at a beach to walk around for a bit. Seeing the fur seals was a highlight. I suggest bringing a jacket as it was chilly on our day.
Written 7 June 2023
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Sailing09
Thanks for sailing with us. We are happy to hear you had a great day out!
Written 30 August 2023
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Frank K
Luneburg, Germany69 contributions
Mar 2023 • Couples
The boat was great, the staff friendly. Best weather conditions made the trip an excellent experience as we passed all interesting viewpoints at the tour very close.
Written 13 April 2023
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Sailing09
Wonderful to hear. Thanks for sailing with us.
Written 12 June 2023
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mbgaa
Bozeman, MT33 contributions
Apr 2023
Highest recommendation. Skipper Martin and crew, Claudia were knowledgable, kind, professional and provided a beautiful sailing experience along the Abel Tasman coast. For someone who tends to get seasick this is one of the most stable cruising experiences I have ever had, even with a bit of a high wind. Highest recommendation. We look forward to sailing yet again on our next visit to the area.
Written 10 April 2023
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Sailing09
Highest recommendation! And twice in one visit! That's great feedback. Thank you. See you next time :)
Written 12 June 2023
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Cynthia K
3 contributions
Mar 2023 • Couples
We had a wonderful time on our Abel Tasman Sailing Adventures Sail, Seals & Walk full day tour. Our catamaran captain, Mark, did a great job showing us the beauty and sharing some history of the area as we sailed along the coastline. Then, we enjoyed a nice ~4 hour self-guided walk from Anchorage Bay back to Marahau. Afterward, we treated ourselves to a beer at the cafe near the car park. A perfect day!
Written 16 March 2023
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Sailing09
Sounds a perfect day! A nice sail and boat trip, a walk and a cold beer. Nice :)
Written 12 June 2023
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Maggie T
Oswestry, UK5 contributions
Mar 2023 • Couples
Thoroughly enjoyable trip, knowledgeable captain, all very friendly. Very relaxed laid back day with light lunch provided.
Written 10 March 2023
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Sailing09
Thanks for sailing with us. Glad you enjoyed your trip.
Written 12 June 2023
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annette
Newton Le Willows, UK15 contributions
Mar 2023 • Couples
Wow what a day . So relaxing we had the best time. Mark and Claudia were great. Informing us at all times about the area and wildlife to be seen . When Mark set the sails up it was so quiet to be out there in the sea . A wonderful experience . We stopped at Anchorage beach for our lunch which we paid for and was really nice . There was time to have a quick dip in the beautiful, glistening Tasman Sea an experience I’ll never forget ….. amazing . Do yourself a favour and book this trip a full day out of sheer relaxation.
Written 9 March 2023
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Sailing09
Relaxing is a word we hear a lot and a good way to sum up a day out. It is always nice to turn off the engine and enjoy the quiet sounds of just sailing. Thanks.
Written 12 June 2023
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Nichi
29 contributions
Feb 2023 • Friends
Enjoyable day spent on the water! The staff were friendly and accommodating. Bonus : dolphin sighting!
Written 27 February 2023
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Sailing09
Love the bonus dolphin sighting! We can't always guarantee that. Lucky you! Thanks for sailing with us.
Written 12 June 2023
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Daryn E
2 contributions
Feb 2023
Our group of seven had the most wonderful, amazing experience onboard the catamaran Te Harinui recently. Skipper Martin and Chef Joe made the whole trip the best it could possibly be, providing everything we needed and wanted plus so much more. Martin's extensive knowledge, experience and insight meant that he was able to tailor the trip to suit all of us perfectly, and everything far exceeded all of our expectations. Special thanks also to the company for the part they played in making sure the trip still went ahead when we had to make last-minute changes due to Cyclone Gabrielle. A fabulous trip and a fabulous company - thank you.
Written 27 February 2023
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Sailing09
Your exclusive private tour was a pleasure to deliver and thank you for choosing us for your special holiday.
Written 12 June 2023
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jjk1988
Alexandria, Virginia1 contribution
We have a group of four and are interested in the kayak, walk, seals & sail guided tour. What is the difference in price between the group tour and a private group tour for 4? What is your availability for Tuesday, March 28th?
Sailing09
Kaiteriteri, New Zealand1 contribution
Hi, Thanks for your interest in our Kayak, walk, Seals & Sail tour. This tour can be done as a private charter. It is a lot higher price as you will charter the whole yacht for your exclusive use and also meet the minimum costs of the kayaking operation. The quote price for you for 28 March 2017 is $1824.00 (includes a packed picnic lunch). We are still available at this stage. If you do wish to book you can phone us on free phone 0800 Go Sail or 0800467245.