A simply magical vacation option during a trip to New Zealand is to spend a day or multiple days kayaking the Abel Tasman National Park.
The Abel Tasman National Park is situated at the top of the South Island, separating Golden Bay and Tasman Bay. At an area of 22,530 hectares or 225 sq km, the Abel Tasman is the smallest of New Zealand's 10 national parks.
The cool, pristine waters that fringe the national park are kayaking heaven! With golden sandy beaches, interesting geological formations along the shoreline, and a bounty of wildlife including NZ Fur Seals and little Blue Penguins - the Abel Tasman is a prime vacation spot for visitors from around the globe.