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Abel Tasman adventure activities.
Abel Tasman Air
Scenic & Aerobatic flights
Abel Tasman Air is a small, family owned company, passionate about two things - flight, and this beautiful part of the world we live in!And we love sharing both with you..
Have a go at flying a Pitts Special, open cockpit biplane, over the stunning Abel Tasman National Park coastline. No previous experience needed. Fly with an experienced instructor.
We cater to everyone from those who've never flown anything before, to fully qualified pilots, who just want to get their hands on a Pitts Special.
Ever wanted to fly a Pitts Special?? Well here's your chance. You can fly our Pitts Special with an instructor and log some serious aerobatic time, or just see what all the mystique is about.
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Website:
www.abeltasmanair.co.nz
Tel: 03 528 8290
Bike Tasman Ltd
Half, full or two day guided cycle tours and freedom rentals on latest-model bikes.
Guided cycle tours around Motueka, Motueka Valley, Kaiteriteri, Marahau, Takaka and Abel Tasman,
We cater for different fitness levels and provide trailers or half-bikes, chilren's seats and kid's bikes for families.
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Website:
www.biketasman.co.nz
Tel: 03 527 8345
Freephone: 0508 245464
Mob: 021 958 890
Fax: 03 527 8343
Skydive Abel Tasman
Jump at the only dropzone offering a standard height of 13,000ft. Take in views of dramatic mountains, golden beaches and turquoise oceans!
SKYDIVE ABEL TASMAN! A tandem skydive and skydive training centre (since 1991) run by NZ's most experienced skydivers Anthony Oakly (14,000 jumps), Stuart Bean (13,000 jumps) and their friendly expert Kiwi team. Expertise and safety is our Number One! Skydive Abel Tasman is also the home of the annual Good Vibes Skydive Boogie. Do we need to say more.......
SKYDIVING FROM 9,000, 12000 or 13000 feet ABOVE GROUND LEVEL! Whether you like to experience a tandem skydive, an accelerated freefall parachute jump (AFF) or a sport jump, everyone is welcome at our friendly owner/operator dropzone. We are situated at Motueka Airport, between Nelson and Abel Tasman National Park.
THE BEST OF NEW ZEALAND SCENERY PACKED IN ONE JUMP! Magnificent views of two National Parks (Abel Tasman and Kahurangi), blue oceans, golden beaches, meandering rivers, the Southern Alps (snow-capped in winter) and North Island's mighty peaks! Where else do you get it ALL in one jump!
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Website:
www.skydive.co.nz
Tel: 0064 3 528 4091
Freephone: 0800 422 899
Fax: 0064 3 528 4092
Riwaka Flying Fox
The ride of your life!
Ride in a 6-person carriage down a 700m long cable...............SPLASH at 100kph into an 80m long pond of water..............PURE EXHILARATION!!
Open December to May.
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Tel: 03 528 0327
Mob: 027 263 2155
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
Hang Gliding New Zealand Limited
Hang Gliding, Kite Surfing and Paragliding at various locations within the Tasman Bay.
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Website:
www.hanggliding.co.nz
Tel: 0064 3 540 2183
Mob: 021 762 769
Fax: 0064 3 540 2183
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