Abel Tasman Coast Track
The Abel Tasman Coast Track winds along golden-sand beaches and native bush in Abel Tasman National Park. The only Great Walk accessible by water taxi, letting you mix walking days with beach days.
View all Abel Tasman Coast Track huts on map →Best time to go
Oct – Apr
Abel Tasman Coast Track Huts — In Hiking Order
Booking Abel Tasman Coast Track Huts
Abel Tasman Coast Track is a Great Walk — all huts must be booked in advance through the DOC website. There is no first-come-first-served option. Huts fill up weeks to months in advance during peak season (Oct – Apr), so book as early as possible.
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When should I book Abel Tasman Coast Track?↓
For Great Walks in peak season (Oct – Apr), book 3–6 months ahead. Shoulder-season dates often open up 4–8 weeks out as cancellations trickle in. Set a Hut Finder Pro alert and we'll email you the moment a spot opens.
Can I do Abel Tasman Coast Track in fewer nights?↓
The standard itinerary is 3 nights, but some trampers skip huts to do it faster. Check with DOC before booking as some Great Walk huts require consecutive-night bookings and not all huts may be available for single nights.