Abel Tasman Transport from Nelson and Takaka
Golden Bay Air provides scheduled shuttles from Nelson and Takaka that enable the Abel Tasman Coast Track to be walked from Marahau to Wainui Bay or reverse. We also provide shuttle transport to Kaiteriteri for cruises, sea shuttles and kayak expeditions. Book single or return legs online or select on of our great-value Abel Tasman transport packages for walkers from Nelson.
Our Abel Tasman shuttles provide complimentary pickups and dropoffs to and from your Nelson or Takaka accommodation, downtown and airport locations. Select pickup and dropoff as you book, or contact us if your accommodation provider is not shown.
We recommend you check out the availability of your Abel Tasman transport before you book your huts or campsites with the Department of Conservation.
Minimum fares are required for some services to depart as shown below, but single fares are available on services with existing bookings. Otherwise, you may contact us to book and pay the service minimum. If others book the same leg, we will refund any additional fare paid less a refund fee.
Abel Tasman Shuttles (Oct-May)
| Nelson | Depart | Arrive | Days | Fare |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nelson Shuttle bus Marahau/Kaiteriteri | 7:20am | 8:40am | Daily | $45pp |
| Nelson Shuttle bus Wainui | 7:20am | 11:50am | Daily | $85pp |
| Marahau/Kaiteriteri Shuttle bus Wainui | 8:50am | 11:50am | Daily | $75pp |
| Wainui Shuttle bus Marahau/Kaiteriteri | 12:00pm | 2:40pm | Daily | $75pp |
| Wainui Shuttle bus Nelson | 12:00pm | 4:20pm | Daily | $85pp |
| Marahau/Kaiteriteri Shuttle bus Nelson | 2:50pm | 4:20pm | Daily | $45pp |
| Takaka | Depart | Arrive | Days | Fare |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nelson Shuttle bus Takaka | 7:20am | 10:00am | Daily | $65pp |
| Marahau/Kaiteriteri Shuttle bus Takaka | 8:50am | 10:00am | Daily | $50pp |
| Takaka Shuttle bus Wainui | 11:20am | 11:50am | Daily | $40pp |
| Wainui Shuttle bus Takaka | 12:00pm | 12:30pm | Daily | $40pp |
| Takaka Shuttle bus Marahau/Kaiteriteri | 1:30pm | 2:40pm | Daily | $50pp |
| Takaka Shuttle bus Nelson | 1:30pm | 4:20pm | Daily | $65pp |
- See optional pickup/dropoff locations for shuttles to and from Nelson, Marahau, Kaiteriteri and Takaka
- Min 2 fares during May and Oct (Wainui min 2 fares year-round). If 2 fare minimum required to book a service, you may contact us to book and pay the service minimum. If others book the same leg, we will refund the additional fare paid less a refund fee
Abel Tasman Transport Packages (Oct-May)
Our Abel Tasman transport packages from Nelson are cost-effective combinations of our scheduled shuttles for different itineraries in the Abel Tasman.
Walk Boat Kayak Marahau/Kaiteriteri
If you just need a shuttle bus from Nelson to Marahau or Kaiteriteri returning back to Nelson, book this transport package for discounted fares. Suitable for Abel Tasman walkers, those catching Abel Tasman water taxis or sea shuttles, kayakers or anyone visiting the Abel Tasman for single day or more.
| Sector | Depart | Arrive |
|---|---|---|
| Nelson Shuttle bus Marahau/Kaiteriteri | 7:20am | 8:40am |
| Marahau/Kaiteriteri Shuttle bus Nelson | 2:50pm | 4:20pm |
- See optional pickup and dropoff locations for shuttles from Nelson, Marahau and Kaiteriteri
| Availability | Min Fares | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Nov-Apr | $219pp | |
| May & Oct | $80pp |
Walk Walking from Marahau to Wainui
This great value high-season package combines a shuttle from Nelson to Marahau—then after walking the Abel Tasman—a shuttle from Wainui back to Nelson
| Sector | Depart | Arrive |
|---|---|---|
| Nelson Shuttle bus Marahau | 7:20am | 8:40am |
| Wainui Shuttle bus Nelson | 12:00pm | 4:20pm |
- See optional pickup and dropoff locations for shuttles from Nelson
| Availability | Min Fares | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Oct-May | $119pp |
Walk Walking from Wainui to Marahau
This reverse direction package combines a shuttle from Nelson to Wainui—after walking the Abel Tasman—a shuttle from Marahau back to Nelson
| Sector | Depart | Arrive |
|---|---|---|
| Nelson Shuttle bus Wainui | 7:20am | 11:50am |
| Marahau Shuttle bus Nelson | 2:50pm | 4:20pm |
- See optional pickup and dropoff locations for shuttles from Nelson
| Availability | Min Fares | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Oct-May | $119pp |
Abel Tasman Shuttles (Jun-Sep)
- Abel Tasman shuttles operate by charter from Jun thru Sep and are subject to availability and minimum numbers. Please Contact us for further information
