Description: Sea kayaking is the best way to explore the beautiful coast of the Abel Tasman National Park. Many of the golden beaches, sparkling lagoons and idyllic islands can only be reached by water.

Abel Tasman Kayak offers you a large range of kayaking and walking options, either fully catered or BYO food. You can join a qualified local guide or go independent with a rental kayak. All guides are SKOANZ qualified or approved. Our custom-built kayak base is set-up to assist your trip preparations, to provide back-up support and a warm welcome home. There is safe car parking and storage for excess luggage.

We are licensed by Department of Conservation. Our 15 years experience is your guarantee of quality service. Visit our website for details.

Location: Abel Tasman National Park
Prices: One day tours start at $99 per person.
Season: Open all year

Address: Marahau Beach, RD2 Motueka
Phone: +64 3 527 8022
Freephone: 0800 732 529
Fax: +64 3 527 8032
Email: info@abeltasmankayaks.co.nz
Website: www.abeltasmankayaks.co.nz

Comments: Courtesy pick-up from Nelson or Motueka.

Description: Specialists in guided day and half-day sea kayak tours catered to your needs. Explore Pepin Island's intricate coastline, caves, waterfalls and marine wildlife.

"The most diverse paddle the region has to offer".

Experienced local guides - safety equipment and snorkelling gear provided.
We also run Nelson's only sea kayak instruction course - An Introduction To Safe Sea Kayaking.

Cable Bay Kayaks are full members of Sea Kayak Operators Association N.Z.(S.K.O.A.N.Z.) and meet or exceed all safety requirements.

Location: 20 minutes north of Nelson
Prices: From $45pp to $95pp
Season: September to May

Contact person(s): Nick Woods and Jenny Overton
Address: Cable Bay Rd. Nelson.
Postal Address: Cable Bay Rd. R.D.1. Nelson.
Phone: +64 3 545 0332
Mobile Phone: 025 231 2594
Fax: +64 3 545 0332
Email: nick.cablebaykayaks@clear.net.nz
Website: www.cablebaykayaks.co.nz

Comments: Free transport if required. Visa/Mastercard accepted.

Description: Peter and Maureen and the S.K.C team of experienced guides run kayak adventures in the beautiful Abel Tasman National Park.

We have tours ranging from half day trips, paddle/hikes, 2 and 3 day paddles to a five day guided fully catered experience. As well as offering freedom rentals for the experienced paddler.

Location: 40 minutes drive from Nelson
Prices: $65.00 to $950.00
Season: All year

Contact person(s): Maureen Clinton-Baker
Address: 506 High Street, Motueka, Nelson
Phone: 03 528 7251
Mobile Phone: 027 229 40 50
Freephone: 0508 25 29 25
Fax: 03 528 7221
Email: info@seakayaknz.co.nz
Website: www.seakayaknz.co.nz

Comments: Bookings essential. Visa and Mastercard accepted

Description: Few rivers rival the mighty Buller for consistent big volume river flows.
The `Earthquake Slip Rapids` is the longest and largest volume whitewater section of the Buller River, with over 11km`s of entertaining whitewater action and stunning gorge scenery.

Our professional guides cater for all thrill levels with fun, adventure and safety the main ingredients. River challenges include a 9m cliff jump, Grade 2 swim rapid and inflatable kayaks. This quality river journey finishes with a delicious riverside BBQ lunch. Allow half day. Grade 2 Family Fun Rafting available.

Location: [map here] Murchison, Behind the Information Centre
Prices: $95 to $120
Season: October to May

Contact person(s): Sandra Henderson
Address: Waller Street, Murchison
Postal Address: Private Bag, Buller Gorge Rd, SH6, Westport
Phone: 03 523 9581
Mobile Phone: 0275 789 728
Freephone: 0800 100 582
Fax: 03 789 8138
Email: whitewateraction@xtra.co.nz
Website: www.whitewateraction.com

Comments: Mutli Trip Discounts available with Jetboating, Horse trekking and Quad Biking at the Buller Adventure base-Lower Buller Gorge Rd near Westport