Landmark
Mārahau
KM 0 · ≈12 m (39 ft)
Booked one camp per night, in order
Abel Tasman Coast Track Permit
Abel Tasman National Park · Nelson/Tasman, New Zealand
Coastal Great Walk with 4 huts and 18 campsites, walked in either direction between Marahau and Wainui, with tidal crossings at Awaroa Inlet and the Torrent Bay and Bark Bay estuaries. Huts and campsites must be booked in advance year round.
Get an alert when every night of your Abel Tasman Coast Track itinerary has room for your group.
How booking the Abel Tasman Coast Track works
Abel Tasman Coast Track: Abel Tasman National Park, Nelson/Tasman, New Zealand. The Department of Conservation (DOC) takes the bookings. Huts and campsites are booked night by night on the DOC booking system at bookings.doc.govt.nz. When bookings open: one opening day each year for the July to June stay year, 9:30 am NZ time, with a virtual queue.
Abel Tasman Coast Track elevation profile
Landmark
Mārahau
Distance 0 km (0 mi) of 60 km (37.3 mi)
0 km Mārahau60 km Wainui Bay
- Distance
- 0 km (0 mi)
- Elevation
- ≈12 m (39 ft)
Abel Tasman Coast Track landmarks
Map of the Abel Tasman Coast Track, Mārahau to Wainui Bay
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How to get an Abel Tasman Coast Track permit
- Type
- Backpacking
- Location
- Abel Tasman National Park, Nelson/Tasman, New Zealand
- Distance
- 60 km (37.3 mi)
Step 1: How it is booked
Huts and campsites are booked night by night on the DOC booking system at bookings.doc.govt.nz.
Step 2: Book with the agency
Book Abel Tasman Coast Track on bookings.doc.govt.nz. Have your dates, group size and payment ready.
Step 3: Get an alert when a spot opens
If your dates are full, set an alert at the top of this page. We check bookings.doc.govt.nz and tell you when a spot opens for your whole group.
Step 4: Check the agency page before you go
Fees, release days and closures change. Confirm the current rules on the agency's page before your trip.
Learn more:
Abel Tasman Coast Track gear list
In an emergency, call 111.
How much an Abel Tasman Coast Track permit costs
Abel Tasman Coast Track permit fee: Huts NZ$55 (New Zealand adult) or NZ$84 (international adult) per night, 1 Oct to 30 Apr; campsites NZ$21 or NZ$31 per night.
Abel Tasman Coast Track FAQ
How do I book the Abel Tasman Coast Track?
Book each hut or campsite night on the DOC booking system at bookings.doc.govt.nz. DOC says bookings must be made in advance all year round.
When does Abel Tasman Coast Track booking open?
For stays from 1 July 2026 to 30 June 2027, bookings opened on Thursday 14 May 2026 at 9:30 am New Zealand time. DOC had not published 2027/28 dates on 29 October 2026, so treat that as last year's pattern.
How much does the Abel Tasman Coast Track cost?
Huts are NZ$55 per adult at the New Zealand rate and NZ$84 at the international rate from 1 October to 30 April. Campsites are NZ$21 or NZ$31. Prices drop from May to September. These are the 2026/27 figures.
Do I need to book the Abel Tasman Coast Track in winter?
Yes. DOC says huts and campsites must be booked in advance all year round.
How long can I stay at one Abel Tasman hut or campsite?
Up to 2 nights from 1 October to 30 April and 5 nights from 1 May to 30 September. Totaranui campsite is 1 night all year.
How do the tides affect the Abel Tasman Coast Track?
Awaroa Inlet is crossed from 1.5 hours before low tide to 2 hours after, with no alternative track. Torrent Bay and Bark Bay can be crossed within 2 hours either side of low tide and have all-tide tracks.
Can I get an Abel Tasman Coast Track booking if the huts are full?
Nights from a cancellation go back on the DOC system. Set an alert on this page and we'll tell you when a spot opens.