Let’s talk about staying in Abel Tasman National Park. 

I was initially set to take my tour to Awaroa Lodge, which I’d heard great things about. But a few days before we left, they had to unexpectedly close for the rest of the season as they had staff down with Covid. 

So, we were very lucky and managed to get into Wilson’s Abel Tasman, which owns two lodges and runs multi-day tours which – usually – includes walks, kayaking and boating. 

However, my group were after a little more of a relaxed stay and we had the most sublime experience. 

Take a boat from Kaiteriteri to Meadowbank Lodge in Awaroa. Some people hike all the next day to Torrent Bay Lodge, or you could do a couple of hours and the boat will pick you up on the way past. We chose to boat between lodges! 

You’d want to book it for a week – and the reality is, while they offer a program, they’re open to anything at the moment! 

Blogger at Large.com, Megan Singleton joined Francesca Rudkin. 

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