Abel Tasman Sailing Adventures
About
Abel Tasman Sailing Adventures operates scheduled and private sailing tours of the Abel Tasman National Park and Nelson Bays from Kaiteriteri, using sailing catamarans including Te Harinui and Sports Turissimo's. Tours range from a few hours to multi-day live-aboard holidays, often combined with walking, kayaking or water taxi transfers. The operator is Carbon Positive Certified and won the 2026 Nelson Tasman Chamber of Commerce Innovative Business Award.
Reviews
This sailing trip was simply the best. We called ahead and got lots of tips. We had no problem parking and Kaiterteri was adorable. We checked in and the people were sooo friendly. Soon, Marc came along to find us and take us to our sweet sailboat. We were beyond happy that we had a truly private sailing tour. Marc took us to all the normal and gorgeous spots. We hiked and walked the beaches and swam and had a delicious lunch that surely could have fed six people. Then we had a bit of time to explore just a little more. Marc showed us some really cool places, and we saw a sting ray and a few seals playing also. It was so beautiful, all we could do is stop and stare. Soooooo relaxing. Marc was a true guide in the easy manner he shared events and legends and history. It was wonderful!!
S O. · March 2026 · via Google
This is such a wonderfully relaxing experience and informs you all about the area.staff were great. Scenery was amazing. Visiting the fur seal colony, remote little bays, the Anchorage for lunch and swim. Perfect day. Well worth the money.
Susan S. · March 2026 · via Google
My wife and I recently had a fantastic 5 day 4 night trip with Martin around D'Urville island. We would thoroughly recommend the experience.
John C. · March 2026 · via Google
we had the best time there. Did a multiple day trip (6days) and it was the most beautiful experience I’ve ever had. We saw orcas and seals and stingrays and besides of that many beautiful beaches and bays. So I can recommend it 100%!! Best trip ever <3
Elisabeth D. · February 2026 · via Google
Our multi-day sailing trip with Abel Tasman Sailing Adventures was absolutely incredible and easily one of the highlights of our time in New Zealand. We went fishing, explored beautiful coastal tracks on great walks, and anchored in quiet, lonely bays that felt like they belonged only to us. Swimming in crystal-clear water, watching sunsets from the deck, and waking up surrounded by nature was something truly special.
Benedikt D. · February 2026 · via Google
Services
- Scheduled sailing tours
- Private sailing tours
- Multi-day live-aboard sailing holidays
- Nelson Harbour cruises and functions
- Sail, walk and kayak combination tours
- Water taxi transfers to/from Abel Tasman
- Team building and group charters
- Wedding and private function charters