Great accommodation on New Zealand's Abel Tasman Floating Backpacking Hostel

AQUAPACKERS is the only backpacker accommodation in New Zealand's Abel Tasman National Park. We're located in Anchorage Bay, locally known as the Abel Tasman's "HUB".

AQUAPACKERS is the only floating backpackers in New Zealand, so why not do something special on your visit? This unique Abel Tasman backpacker accommodation is on board our catamaran called 'CATARAC' - refitted in 2003 specially for use as floating backpackers accommodation. It has 2 x 7 bed dorm rooms and 3 double cabins, one of which can also be quickly changed to a 4 bed dorm room.

AQUAPACKERS is a great base for 2 or 3 nights while you enjoy the scenery. Go walking, sea kayaking or sailing around the park. We're also perfect for a 1 night stay during your Abel Tasman National Park experience. We provide all your bedding, a delicious BBQ dinner in the evening and basic breakfast in the morning.

Our licensed bar means you can enjoy a quiet beer or wine after a hard days walking or paddling, or help yourself to complimentary tea & coffee.

You can book your accommodation at Aquapackers directly via our free phone number 0800 430 744, Email: chris@aquapackers.co.nz, or through any I-site or info centre. Or contact any of the companies on our links page and they can arrange a packaged tour for you.

For example: One Day Guided Kayaking Trip - enjoy one night's accommodation with us and then kayak a selected part of the Abel Tasman coastline.

Whatever activities you choose - choose AQUAPACKERS as your relaxing (& extremely good value for money!) accommodation for the night.

Call Chris on 0800 430 744, or Email: chris@aquapackers.co.nz