About Us
We are a family run local business. We are people who love the outdoors, we appreciate the beauty of nature and all that it holds. We are about experiences, about memories created and treasured, and above all having fun in life.
Hi, my name is Darren and I am the skipper of our boat “Zeehaen”.
We are a small family run business, and we strive to ensure that all of our customers have a personalised and memorable time on our tours.
We are excited to show you the best bits of the Abel Tasman National Park. We don’t rush, we take our time to enjoy the stunning coastline, the beauty the park offers and its inhabitants. We even have an electric engine (the only commercial one in the top of the south island that we are aware of!) for those moments when you just want to listen to the park sounds. We will share a leisurely homemade morning tea together on one of the gorgeous beaches, and then pick another stunning beach to enjoy a delicious lunch. In between time you will have some great photo opportunities as we explore the coastline.
I truly love being out on the water, and sharing the knowledge I have about the area with my passengers.
I have been a volunteer for Nelson Coastguard for 11 years now, and I am in my 6th year as a Nelson Coastguard Skipper. So, you are in safe hands!
We are so fortunate to have one of the most stunning places in New Zealand on our doorstep, and we can’t wait to take you out and share the beauty with you.
I look forward to welcoming you on board.
See you soon!
Darren
Darren at Tonga arches. Work should not be this much fun!
The Area
Marahau is a stunning coastal village and is one of the main gateways to the Abel Tasman National Park, with the lush native bush, golden sands, turquoise waters, rugged coastline and tidal lagoons of the Abel Tasman National Park on it’s doorstep, it really is a coastal paradise. Marahau has a beautiful beach and a lovely community feel, there is certainly plenty to do and see and some fabulous places stay. Below is just a few places to stay in Marahau and the surrounding area, to find out more, please visit the Nelson Tasman website.