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Abel Tasman Coast Track

New Zealand · Oceania · Hut-to-hut · score 71/100

At a glance

CountriesNew Zealand
ContinentOceania
RegionSouth Island (Abel Tasman NP)
TypeHut-to-hut
Length60 km
Typical duration3-5 days
Difficulty1/5 (Easy)
Max altitude150 m
Best seasonyear-round
StartMarahau
EndWainui
Permit / guideDOC hut/campsite booking required
Special gearnone (tide tables needed for estuary crossings)

Score

71/100
Scenery
25/35
Fame
17/25
Uniqueness
10/20
Logistics
19/20

Golden-beach coastal Great Walk with water-taxi flexibility; New Zealand's most accessible tramp

How the score works: scoring method. Information confidence: high.

Notes

Tidal estuary crossings on route

Sources

Information compiled from public sources, as of October 19, 2026. Trail conditions, permits and closures change: verify with local authorities before you go.

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