Adult price
$70
Child price
$45
Family of 4
$220
Minimum age
0+
Duration
Full day
Rain-safe
No
Booking required
Yes
Family suitability
10/10
Is Abel Tasman Water Taxi & Beach Day Worth It for Families?
The best way to experience Abel Tasman National Park with kids is by water taxi. You hop on at Kaiteriteri or Marahau, get dropped at Anchorage Bay or Bark Bay, spend the day swimming and exploring, then get picked up. No multi-day tramping required. The beaches are genuinely world-class — golden sand, clear water, native bush backdrop.
Pricing note: Return water taxi to Anchorage Bay. Prices vary by operator and destination.
What's Included
Insider Tips
- 💡 Book the first water taxi out (8–9am) to maximize beach time
- 💡 Bring a packed lunch — no facilities at remote beaches
- 💡 Anchorage Bay is the most popular; Bark Bay is slightly quieter
- 💡 Water taxis have luggage space — bring snorkels and beach gear
- 💡 Check the weather — the park is best in fine settled conditions
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NZ's sunniest region — golden beaches, clear water, and the most beautiful coastal walk in the world
Budget: $220–400/day · Best ages: All ages