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Abel Tasman family activities.
Motueka District Museum
Showing Motueka's history to the world
Situated right in the centre of town, the museum is fronted by the towns open meeting place.
It offers a glimpse of Motueka's past with static displays, changing exhibitions and a research facility.
Look over the horticultural and cultural history of this unique area of New Zealand that grows the only commercial hops (used in brewing) and was the centre of New Zealands only commercial tobacco crops.
Open Summer
Monday to Friday 10am to 4pm
Saturday 10am to 2pm.
Winter
Tuesday to Friday 10am to 4pm
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Tel: 0064 3 528 7660
Fax: 0064 3 528 7660
Kaiteriteri Boat Charters
Cruise the Abel Tasman's coastline, inlets, islands, marine reserve, history and wildlife from the comfort of your own private charter boat.
Daily scenic cruises or exclusive charters into the Abel Tasman National Park, departing daily from Kaiteriteri.
$10.00 kids rides, Awaroa for lunches or evening meals, $135.00 per person daily cruises with no more than six on board.
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Website:
www.kaiteriteriboatcharters.co.nz
Tel: 03 528 6754
Mob: 0276 30 80 10
Fax: 03 528 6753
Tasman Helicopters
Tasman Helicopters is able to offer a range of flight programs, from short scenic flights to half and full day excursions throughout the top of the South Island.
Our award winning company has a simple goal: to exceed our customers' expectations and provide five-star service to all our valued clients.
Tasman Helicopters is based at the top of the South Island in Motueka. Our location among some of the world's most spectacular scenery, and the quality of our operation gives us a clear edge in the aviation world.
Unparalleled perhaps.
Helicopters
Our helicopters provide maximum safety and flying pleasure with our super luxury Eurocopter 130 being the flagship of our operation. In an ambience of quiet sophistication, our passengers travel in total comfort. We call it the ultimate in flying - you be the judge.
Pilots
Our pilots are of the highest calibre and are trained to the highest standards. Our CEO Andrew Gillett, has had many years' flying experience. As a local man, his knowledge of the region can help create a truly memorable visitor experience
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Website:
www.tasmanhelicopters.co.nz
Tel: 0064 3 528 8075
Mob: 025 237 8546
Fax: 0064 3 528 8078
Abel Tasman Aquataxis
More departures, more flexibility, more freedom
Aqua Taxis' operates all year round, being the only company to regularly run service the entire length of the National Park, and also running additional early and late departure times, ensuring more freedom for all.
Aqua taxis have two bases to depart from. Our Marahau beach base offers free off street parking, excellent base facilities and a great relaxation area. Our Kaiteriteri base is right on the beachfront and is enjoyed by many people after a relaxed time in the National Park. No matter which base you leave from, you can be sure the drivers will show you a good time and share some of their stories and knowledge of the Park with you, on your journey.
Scheduled Sailings Aqua Taxis depart Marahau and Kaiteriteri on a scenic tour to all beaches in the Park, leaving the Aqua Taxi base at 8.00am, 9:00am,10:30am,12:00 noon, 1:30pm and 3.00pm. The 8.00am, 10:30am 12.00 noon and 3:00pm sailings are seasonal only.
One-way fares range from $30 depending on the distance travelled.
Exclusive Charters get the undivided attention of one of our knowledgeable skippers, for a tailor-made experience of the Abel Tasman National Park.PRICE: on application.
Pack Transport, a service to our passengers that makes tramping the Abel Tasman a breeze! We can shift your packs between huts each day, leaving you to wander and explore unencumbered.PRICE: $12-15 per pack or container per trip, depending on weight.
Free Car Parking: We have a large off road car park at our Marahau base for passengers to leave their cars while in the park. The Aqua Taxi base is only five minutes walk from the southern end of the Abel Tasman track. Cars are out of sight from the road and overlooked by private residence.
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Website:
www.aquataxi.co.nz
Tel: 0064 3 527 8083
Fax: 03 527 8282
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