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The Anchorage Bay, Abel Tasman National Park New Zealand See on map
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Breakfast included
Beachfront
Non-Smoking Hotel
Free Wifi
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All reviews bbq dinner anchorage bay hot shower tea and coffee private cabin one night double room unique experience abel tasman bring your own great bbq the upper deck next morning other guests great company dorm style climb down
Reviewed 3 days ago via mobile Jane and Mark were very very lovely hosts, making you feel so welcome and comfortable! Fun jumping off the roof of the boat and going for a swim, then a hot shower on deck or in bathroom. The setting is amazing, so peaceful and quiet...More
Date of stay: December 2018
Thank you for taking the time to write a review. Really pleased you enjoyed your stay. We live in a pretty special place and truly enjoy sharing our home with guests like yourself. Safe travels.
Angrybeartrails
Birmingham, United Kingdom
Reviewed 6 days ago via mobile From Source to Sea, An Abel Tasman Adventure
The first thing you always notice when you wake up in New Zealand is the harmonious orchestra of bird song. The constant chatter of many beautiful species fills the air. Perfect, you think, as you look out...More
Date of stay: December 2018
lisakelly2014
Wellington, New Zealand
Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile 4 females from Wellington thoroughly enjoyed the hospitality of mark and wade. Great food, clean accommodation and fantastic company. If you are looking for authentic kiwi hospitality this is the place for you. We were pleasantly surprised at this accommodation and will definitely be back....More
Date of stay: December 2018
Thank you for your review, we are happy that you were pleasantly surprised by our small operation. We look forward to seeing you and your team of lovely ladies in the future.
Cheers, Mark.
Jenny B
Aberdeen, United Kingdom
Reviewed 1 week ago Absolutely loved our stay at Aquapackers in November 2018. Booked a double room and it was a very luxurious and spacious room considering we were sleeping on a boat! Hot shower in the morning. Amazing views to wake up to and a lovely way to...More
Date of stay: November 2018
Wow, we certainly don't consider ourselves luxurious but am SO pleased you you thought so. Thank you! It is a beautiful spot to wake up in, we are very fortunate. Your more than welcome in getting assistance to book anything.
Enjoy the rest of your...More
Reviewed 3 weeks ago Beautiful location, great experience eating and sleeping overnight on a boat. Easy and timely pickup from beach, very friendly couple, boat v good standard for backpackers style accommodation. I booked a double berth for just me, to give a little more room - extremely comfortable...More
Date of stay: November 2018
Thank you for taking the time to write a review. Really pleased you enjoyed your stay, food, company.....and of course the short cut. Safe travels
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Description
Welcome to Aquapackers, New Zealand's only floating backpackers accommodation. Owners Jane and Mark welcome you to experience an unforgettable stay on their catamaran in Anchorage Bay, Abel Tasman National …More Park. Enjoy the peace and quiet of Abel Tasman National Park from the deck of their specially converted catamaran and relax in your own private cabin, or one of the 2 dorm rooms. All bedding is provided, and the rate includes a delicious BBQ dinner in the evening and continental breakfast in the morning. Aquapackers is a purpose-built catamaran offering shared living space inside with a large dining table, chairs and bench seats, and several decks to soak up the views of Abel Tasman National Park. There is no road access to Aquapackers. You can either walk in on the Abel Tasman Coastal track, take a water taxi, or kayak. We'll pick you up from the beach. Aquapackers is open from October 1 through to 30 April every year. Less
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Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
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New Zealand > South Island > Nelson-Tasman Region > Abel Tasman National Park
Awards & Recognition
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Location
New Zealand > South Island > Nelson-Tasman Region > Abel Tasman National Park
"Private cabin if available ."
"The double rooms would be better if you require privacy"
"If your a couple spend the bit extra and get a double room"
"Nice to have a private cabin. Dorm accommodation in the twin hulls was tightly packed and very hot the..."
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