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Wilsons Abel Tasman National Park

Abel Tasman National Park 7143, New Zealand
03-528-2027
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Ranked #1 of 4 tours in Abel Tasman National Park
4.5 of 5 stars 41 Reviews
Type: Tours, National Parks
Owner description: Year-round guided and independent walking, guided sea kayaking and water transport in Abel Tasman National Park. Options from 2 hours to 5 days in the...... more » Owner description: Year-round guided and independent walking, guided sea kayaking and water transport in Abel Tasman National Park. Options from 2 hours to 5 days in the Park. Fast, safe comfortable Vista Cruise. Overnight at Torrent Bay Lodge or Meadowbank Homestead – Awaroa on the beachfront within Park boundaries. Ensuite accommodation, fine food, no heavy packs to carry. Travel with 2010 NZ Tourism Award winners. Let us take care of the details while you switch off and enjoy. « less
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KEI1951
Wellington, New Zealand
Reviewer
4 reviews
“Excellent 3 days in the park, hiking and boating”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 February 2012 NEW

An excellent experience. The park is wonderful however it is challenging for someone new to the area. Unless you are prepared to commit to a lot of advance planning, for a first visit I highly recommend the Wilsons multi-day package. Guides are knowledgeable. Accommodation and food are great. The company and staff are flexible in trying to meet your needs.... More

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Lucy Helen, Team member at Wilsons Abel Tasman National Park, responded to this review
7 February 2012

Thank you for writing a great review for us. We're glad we could help you enjoy our favourite place. More

dayhikers
Florida
Top Contributor
55 reviews
19 helpful votes
“Impressive - the only way to experience Abel Tasman”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 February 2012 NEW

From guide to accomodations to food to overall arrangements, this is one of the best experiences we had in New Zealand. We took the 3 day, 2 night hike. John was a terrific, very knowledgeable guide. Accomodations were better than we expected - not fancy but more than just basic. Pack lunches were substantial, with lots of variety. Breakfasts (hot... More

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Lucy Helen, Team member at Wilsons Abel Tasman National Park, responded to this review
7 February 2012

Thank you for describing a trip with us so well. We never have a problem with over-stating how great our Guides are but we do find it difficult to explain the standard of our food and accommodation, and comparing fitness levels. So thank you for translating ease, comfort and fine food for us. We're glad you enjoyed your trip with... More

JEC_NZ
Wellington, New Zealand
2 reviews
“Fantastic way to see our own country”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 February 2012

Went on the 5 day guided walking tour of the Abel Tasman - loved the trip which was made so enjoyable by the Wilson's crew - friendly and knowledgeable guides who looked after all needs of the group throughout the whole time. And the lodge staff and chefs - comfortable lodges to relax and sleep in each night and excellent... More

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Lucy Helen, Team member at Wilsons Abel Tasman National Park, responded to this review
7 February 2012

We're so glad you enjoyed your trip with us. Our aim is to make sure you have a great time but we don't want to take over your holiday. Thank you for telling us we have found the balance for New Zealanders as well as our overseas visitors. More

NZShaz
Wellington, New Zealand
Contributor
15 reviews
6 helpful votes
“Fantastic Wilsons”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 January 2012

We are lucky to have the use of a holiday house two doors west of Wilsons Meadowbank Lodge at Awaroa Inlet. With the road to the western end of the inlet closed this year due to slips and washouts we resorted to using Wilsons to come in by water taxi and go out on Vista. The service that Wilsons provided... More

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Lucy Helen, Wilsons Team at Wilsons Abel Tasman National Park, responded to this review
2 February 2012

Thank you NZShaz. We love to get encouragement from the locals and thank you for making your praise public. Orca were a special treat. We can't promise them every trip but we hope to see you again. More

Dhfnz
Reviewer
3 reviews
“The guides, sights & food were fantastic.”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 January 2012

Our party of 6 were part of a 14 person group that did the 5 day trip. Weather fantastic. Guides Dave & Sam were awesome, passoniate and very knowledgable. We had a great time with them and learnt a lot. The 5 day option gave us the opportunity to explore around each if the 2 lodges for a day. The... More

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Lucy Helen, Wilson Team at Wilsons Abel Tasman National Park, responded to this review
2 February 2012

And thank you for taking the time to tell us what you liked about your trip. All the team work hard to make sure the trip is great value, we we're glad you appreciated it. More

Blackmage1
Vienna, Austria
Contributor
20 reviews
15 helpful votes
“We'll remember this trip for a long time”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 January 2012
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person found this review helpful

I was travelling with my partner and our 8 months old baby. We did a 3 day guded including some kayaking in January 2012. It was the end of our holiday but also the best thing we experienced. Both our walking guide John and Gina our kayakking guide did a great job and we had so much fun and enjoyed... More

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Lucy Helen, Wilson Team at Wilsons Abel Tasman National Park, responded to this review
2 February 2012

We’re so glad that our favourite place will be a lasting good memory for you. John, Gina and the rest of the team love to hear their hard work is appreciated. Thank you for your review. I hope we see your family again, perhaps for a longer stay. More

HandM-NZ-2011
Den Haag, Zuid-Holland, Netherlands
Senior Reviewer
7 reviews
1 helpful vote
“Sun & seals”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 January 2012

How lovely is it to be kayaking next to some baby seals? The views are fabulous: golden beaches, the walk alongside the coast and swing bridge crossing More

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tofino
Canmore, Canada
Top Contributor
70 reviews
37 helpful votes
“These guys do it right!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 January 2012

5 days, 4 nights, amazing accommodations and food, great guide ( Dolphin As!) a perfect Christmas! More

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Lucy Helen, Wilsons Team member at Wilsons Abel Tasman National Park, responded to this review
19 January 2012

Thank you for rating us. You can trust that particular guide to get you many "Sweetbix" moments on every trip. More

scottie41
canada
Reviewer
5 reviews
1 helpful vote
“Wonderful experience of a beautiful place”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 January 2012

We did the three day trip - it was spectacular and fun. Pick up by bus in Nelson, (many hotels will keep your car for you while you are away so you can leave your luggage there or with the Wilson office) then a boat trip to the northern part of the park to begin, followed by a half day... More

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DJWAbelTas, One of the Whanau at Wilsons Abel Tasman National Park, responded to this review
15 January 2012

Thank you for taking the time to write a great review for us. I’d like to point out that we usually make sure our walkers don’t get wet above the knees at tidal crossings. Your Guides must have decided you were up for the challenge and would find it fun. Hope to see you on a 5-day trip next time. More

christine o
Sydney, Australia
2 reviews
1 helpful vote
“Great experience”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 January 2012
1
person found this review helpful

We did the five day walking and kayaking trip and had a fantastic time. The weather was great which obviously added to the experience. We are both in our early 60s and this was our first kayaking experience but found our guides, Sophie and Sam, very knowledgable and supportive. Our third guide, Dave, accompanied us on the walking parts and... More

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Lucy Helen, Wilsons Team Member at Wilsons Abel Tasman National Park, responded to this review
15 January 2012

Thank you for your wonderful review. It gives us all a real boost to know you’ve enjoyed your time with us. Many people ask if they are the “right age” to do a trip in the Abel Tasman so thank you for pointing out how ageless our trips are. We hope to see you again. More

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