Seal Sanctuary Tour

A quick water taxi ride allows you to explore the heart of the park including visiting the famous Tonga Island seals in the morning.

Start with a scenic ride on our Water Taxi into the heart of the national park. Explore the surrounding coastline by kayak paddling past Tonga Island. Observe the antics of the resident New Zealand Fur Seals Kekeno and watch out for little Blue Penguins too! You will have ample time to spend with the playful Kekeno who call the island home. This short (1 & 1/2 hrs kayaking) but sweet taste of the Abel Tasman allows time to soak up the coastline in the heart of the park. Choose to return to Marahau by 1.30pm or stay in the park and relax at a beach arriving back at 4.30pm.

• A quick water taxi ride allows you to explore the heart of the park including visiting the famous Tonga Island seals in the morning. Start with a scenic ride on our Water Taxi into the heart of the national park. Explore the surrounding coastline by kayak paddling past Tonga Island. Observe the antics of the resident New Zealand Fur Seals Kekeno and watch out for little Blue Penguins too! You will have ample time to spend with the playful Kekeno who call the island home. This short (1 & 1/2 hrs kayaking) but sweet taste of the Abel Tasman allows time to soak up the coastline in the heart of the park. Choose to return to Marahau by 1.30pm or stay in the park and relax at a beach arriving back at 4.30pm.

Start with a scenic ride on our Water Taxi into the heart of the national park. Explore the surrounding coastline by kayak paddling past Tonga Island. Observe the antics of the resident New Zealand Fur Seals Kekeno and watch out for little Blue Penguins too! You will have ample time to spend with the playful Kekeno who call the island home. This short (1 & 1/2 hrs kayaking) but sweet taste of the Abel Tasman allows time to soak up the coastline in the heart of the park. Choose to return to Marahau by 1.30pm or stay in the park and relax at a beach arriving back at 4.30pm.

On this trip covering the Tonga Island Marine Reserve coastline you have a professional guide with you for around 4 hours sharing their knowledge and passion of the Abel Tasman. We also cater morning tea and lunch designed around your health and energy made onsite by our container cafe.

Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Not wheelchair accessible
Most travelers can participate
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 100 travelers