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How is a hike in the Abel Tasman National Park?
- Abel Tasman
The Abel Tasman Coast Track runs along the coast. You can rest and bathe in lagoons with turquoise water.
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What is special about Pupu Springs?
- Pupu springs
Pupu Springs have unrivaled purity of water. The visibility remains perfect until tens meters of depth.
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What is the name of the rock that looks like a slice of apple?
- Abel Tasman
The Split Apple Rock is a classic of the Abel Tasman National Park and several Maori legends explain its origin.
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How to reach the campgrounds in the park?
- Abel Tasman
The campsites in the park are not connected by any road and must be reached on foot. The most beautiful locations have been selected.
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What beach to organize a kayak trip?
- Abel Tasman
It is not the sandy beaches that are lacking in New Zealand, and you can practice many beach activities, starting with kayaking.
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Can we catch sunburn in kayak?
- Abel Tasman
The finer ozone layer over New Zealand and the reverberation of crystalline water significantly increases the chances of getting a bad sunburn. Remember to bring a sunscreen with a higher protection level than usual.
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What population lives in the hills of Takaka?
- Abel Tasman
Each year, the hills of Takaka host a rave party that lasts for days. You can get to know some cool babas who live in this universe.
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How to locate fur seals?
- Abel Tasman
The fur seals are most often seen on the rocks of Tonga Islands where they come to enjoy the sun.
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Are national parks dangerous?
- Abel Tasman
The trails in the national parks make it possible to enjoy nature safely. To get off the beaten track, you have to be accompanied by an experienced guide.
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Is it possible to choose your own kayak route in New Zealand?
- Abel Tasman
If you make a group visit, the kayak route will be more or less imposed by your guide. On the other hand, if you paddle alone, you will be free to establish your own itinerary.
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When can I learn kayaking in New Zealand?
- Abel Tasman
Most vacationers perform their kayak initiation in the Abel Tasman National Park with an experienced guide who teaches them the basic maneuvers.
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Can we visit New Zealand without trying kayak?
- Abel Tasman
No one forces you to practice kayaking in New Zealand and no one will blame you afterwards. But if you want to approach animal species on reserves (such as Tonga Island), you may consider kayaking.
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Which route can be used in kayaking?
- Abel Tasman
Water taxis drop you off and get you back where you want, and you are free to define your own itinerary, even if there are a few time constraints if you do not camp in the park and you have to reach your hotel by late afternoon.
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What are the two main activities of Abel Tasman Park?
- Abel Tasman
Hiking and kayaking are the two main activities of this very popular national park. One and the other make it possible to forge unforgettable memories.
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How to visit Abel Tasman National Park?
- Abel Tasman
Kayaking is the best means of transport in a park that does not have roads. But you can also borrow the taxi boats to move from one beach to another.
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What is the best way to move from beach to beach?
- Abel Tasman
Kayaking is the ideal mode of transport in a park that has no road. It is especially a practical way to be autonomous and turn yourself into a Robinson Crusoe for a weekend.
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What kind of transportation to visit the beaches?
- Abel Tasman
The water taxis allow to rally the different beaches. It is an ideal solution to join a hiking trail at a specific point or to get back at the end of the day.
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Is it necessary to wear a lifejacket for kayaking?
- Abel Tasman
Lifejackets are compulsory for kayak trips, as it should not be forgotten that a marine environment can always present unpredictable dangers, often linked to the weather.
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Can the kayak sink?
- Abel Tasman
Each kayak has waterproof compartments to store spare parts and valuable equipment such as cameras.
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Do you need to know the tide schedule?
- Abel Tasman
Some parts of the Abel Tasman Coast Track are prone to tide. It is imperative to learn about the schedules of the tides, at the risk of being blocked for a few hours.
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What is New Zealand's favorite national park?
- Abel Tasman
Abel Tasman is the favorite National Park of New Zealanders. It is ideally located at the tip of the South Island.
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How to get to Tonga Island?
- Abel Tasman
You are not allowed to set foot on Tonga Island which is a nature reserve. But you can approach it by kayak to observe the sea lions.
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What type of terrain will I be walking on?
- Abel Tasman
The Abel Tasman Coast Track trail alternates between forest paths and sandy beaches of fine sand. The whole route covers 55 km on 3 to 5 days of hiking!
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What is the difference between kayaking and hiking?
- Abel Tasman
One could summarize the difference between kayaking and hiking to the fact that one of these activities tires the arms while the other tires the legs, but these are mainly experiments where the view on nature is totally different.
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Is freedom camping allowed?
- Abel Tasman
Consult the website of the Department of Conservation (DOC) for the location of the campgrounds.
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What is New Zealand's sunniest national park?
- Abel Tasman
Abel Tasman Park is New Zealand's sunniest national park, and its orange-colored sandy beaches attract vacationers from around the world.
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What is the point of visiting the beaches of the region?
- Abel Tasman
The beaches have very photogenic rocks.
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What is the most popular park in the country?
- Abel Tasman
The most popular national park in New Zealand is undoubtedly Abel Tasman.
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What type of excursion can be made at Abel Tasman?
- Abel Tasman
The kayak allows to reach beaches that would certainly be accessible on foot, but after long walks. In other words, kayaking often allows you to see more during a brief stay.
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Can we alternate between kayaking and camping in Abel Tasman?
- Abel Tasman
The greatest advantage of New Zealand is to allow you to alternate or combine several activities. Abel Tasman National Park is a good example of this, as you can enjoy hiking and kayaking on the very same day.
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Why is the color of the sand so original?
- Abel Tasman
The orange sand draws its color from iron oxide minerals. It is a unique hue in the country and it explains in part the success of the park.
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Can we save when we rent a motorhome?
- Abel Tasman
The motorhome only help to save money if you prepare your trip in advance. Otherwise, you will have to pay for parking in the paying campsites all the time. Add the price of transport from one island to the other by Ferry, and you can quickly find yourself spending more money than expected.
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Why is the color of the sand original?
- Abel Tasman
The orange sand draws its color from iron oxide minerals. It is a unique hue in the country and it explains the success of the park.
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What can be explored on the coast?
- Abel Tasman
There are also caves to explore on the coast.
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What is the distance for the big hike?
- Abel Tasman
The Abel Tasman Coast Track is part of the nine great hikes of New Zealand. But you do not have to follow it for 55 km. Water taxis take the shuttle between different stages of the journey.
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What are water taxi used for?
- Abel Tasman
Water taxis can also carry your kayak. This allows you to explore the national park at your own pace. No fixed program, you decide your itinerary in complete freedom.
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What curiosity can be seen at Tinline Bay?
- Abel Tasman
The solitary tree of Tinline Bay grows on a rock isolated offshore. Difficult to find a more photogenic subject.
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Is the Abel Tasman Coast Track difficult?
- Abel Tasman
Not only is the hike very easy (the difference in altitude never exceeds 150 meters), but you do not have to walk the entire trek. Water taxis can drop you off and get you back where you want.
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What is the starting point of the expeditions?
- Abel Tasman
Marahau is the base camp for visitors of the Abel Tasman Park. It is the choice of most visitors who stay on site only 24 to 48 hours and do not have time to camp in the park.
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Why booking for an introductory kayak tour?
- Abel Tasman
If you have never experienced kayaking, it is recommended to take a lesson or sign up for a guided tour. Just to learn how to hold your paddle properly or how to get out of the kayak if you have a problem.
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What is the advantage of kayaking with a guide?
- Abel Tasman
The kayak guide brings many benefits that go far beyond advice on how to paddle or leave the kayak in an emergency. You will learn more about the area with a guide than with any website.
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