Day trip
Cruise into the Tonga Island Marine Reserve, then walk a stunning section of the Coast Track from Tonga Quarry to Medlands. Includes waterfall trail, suspension bridge and seal viewing.
Trip Overview
Cruise into the Tonga Island Marine Reserve, then walk a stunning section of the Coast Track from Tonga Quarry to Medlands. Includes waterfall trail, suspension bridge and seal viewing.
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NZ$104
Includes standard departure and return boat travel.
Departure Location
Kaiteriteri
Sailing Options
Cruise Time
2hr
Walk time
2hrs
Walk distance
7km
Difficulty
Easy
Highlights
A resident fur seal colony viewed from the water on the cruise out.
Keep an eye out for New Zealand fur seals around Adele Island on the return cruise.
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Trip information
Use this section to understand timing, what to bring, highlights and practical notes before you travel.
Check-in
Check in at our Kaiteriteri ticket office 20 minutes before your departure time. If you have already exchanged your booking confirmation for a boarding ticket, please check in at the boat.
Cruise out
Relax and enjoy the journey into the national park as you cruise from Kaiteriteri to Tonga Quarry, passing through the Tonga Island Marine Reserve. Cruise: 1.5 hours.
Walk or relax
Walk the Coast Track to Medlands Beach (see Walking Options above), or prefer a beach day? Ask about a Tonga Beach Stop alternative instead.
Return cruise
Rejoin your cruise at Medlands Beach and relax as you cruise back to Kaiteriteri, keeping an eye out for New Zealand fur seals around Adele Island. Cruise: 1.5 hours.
Choose your pace
Prefer a beach day? Ask about a Tonga Beach Stop alternative instead of walking.
Walk to Medlands Beach
Moderate4.1 km · 2 hours · 120m elevation
Walk the Coast Track from Tonga Quarry to Medlands Beach, passing through the Bark Bay Waterfall Trail along the way.
FAQs
Quick answers to the practical details guests usually check before choosing this experience.
Use the category, highlights and practical details on this page to compare the pace and activity level against similar Wilsons experiences.
Peak dates can fill quickly. Use the booking window to check live availability for your preferred date and departure.
Operations are subject to weather and sea conditions. Guests should check confirmation details and Wilsons advice before travelling.
Check-in location depends on the selected trip and departure point. Your booking confirmation will include the correct location and time.
No — your fare covers any of the listed departure and return sailings, not a fixed pair. Catch whichever crossing suits your day; the times don’t need to match.
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Talk to our teamGuest reviews
The page made it clear what the trip included and how it compared with nearby options. A useful way to understand the park before booking.
Amelia
Australia
Transport, timing and expectations were easy to follow. The experience felt well organised without taking away from the freedom to explore.
Mark
New Zealand
A simple way to see more of Abel Tasman and still feel like the day had enough structure. The scenery was the highlight.
Sophie
United Kingdom
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