Abel Tasman Transport from Wellington

Map showing Golden Bay Air flight and shuttle routes between Wellington, Takaka, Wainui, Marahau, Kaiteriteri and Nelson

Discover the scenic, speedy route to the Abel Tasman National Park from Wellington! Hop on a Golden Bay Air flight to Takaka, then catch a convenient shuttle to Wainui Bay (or vice versa). Along the way, treat yourself to breathtaking views of the Abel Tasman's lush forests, golden beaches, and crystal-clear waters. Explore our suggested itineraries using Golden Bay Air scheduled flights and scheduled shuttles.

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.

Select a season to view our schedule and packages:

Abel Tasman Shuttles (Oct-May)

Sector Depart Arrive Days Fare
Wellington Flight Takaka 8:50am 10:00am Schedule $259pp
Takaka Shuttle bus Wainui 11:20am 11:50am Daily $40pp
Takaka Shuttle bus Marahau/Kaiteriteri 1:30pm 2:40pm Daily $50pp
Marahau/Kaiteriteri Shuttle bus Takaka 8:50am 10:00am Daily $50pp
Wainui Shuttle bus Takaka 12:00pm 12:30pm Daily $40pp
Takaka Flight Wellington 4:30pm 5:30pm Schedule $259pp
  • See optional pickup/dropoff locations for shuttles to and from Takaka and Marahau/Kaiteriteri
  • 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 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

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