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Cleopatra’s Pool
A short detour off the Abel Tasman Coast Track between Torrent Bay and Anchorage is Cleopatra's Pool, a beautiful natural rock pool and moss-lined slide.
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Abel Tasman National Park
Coastal Abel Tasman National Park blankets the northern end of a range of marble and limestone hills that extend from Kahurangi National Park. Various tracks in the park include an inland route, although the Coast Track is what everyone is here for – it's New Zealand's most popular Great Walk.
Even if you're not keen on tackling the walk, kayaking or cruising amid Abel Tasman's hidden coves and beaches is accessible to all visitors.
Explore Abel Tasman National Park
- CCleopatra’s Pool
A short detour off the Abel Tasman Coast Track between Torrent Bay and Anchorage is Cleopatra's Pool, a beautiful natural rock pool and moss-lined slide.
- SSkinner Point Lookout
Beautiful views across Waiharakeke Bay to Awaroa Head, and the long, golden beach of Totaranui can be enjoyed at the Skinner Point lookout.
- SSeparation Point Lookout
The lookout at Separation Point, at the northern end of Abel Tasman National Park, has panoramic views of Golden Bay and the Tasman Sea.
- NNorth Head Lookout
Just south of the Falls River swing bridge there's a worthwhile detour to the North Head lookout across the Tasman Sea.
- SSouth Head Lookout
Just south of Bark Bay is one of the Abel Tasman's scenic highlights: the lookout at South Head.
Top attractions
These are our favorite local haunts, touristy spots, and hidden gems throughout Abel Tasman National Park.
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Cleopatra’s Pool
A short detour off the Abel Tasman Coast Track between Torrent Bay and Anchorage is Cleopatra's Pool, a beautiful natural rock pool and moss-lined slide.
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Skinner Point Lookout
Beautiful views across Waiharakeke Bay to Awaroa Head, and the long, golden beach of Totaranui can be enjoyed at the Skinner Point lookout.
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Separation Point Lookout
The lookout at Separation Point, at the northern end of Abel Tasman National Park, has panoramic views of Golden Bay and the Tasman Sea.
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North Head Lookout
Just south of the Falls River swing bridge there's a worthwhile detour to the North Head lookout across the Tasman Sea.
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South Head Lookout
Just south of Bark Bay is one of the Abel Tasman's scenic highlights: the lookout at South Head.
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