Marahau is a small tourist settlement located close to the southern entrance of the Abel Tasman National Park. As the gateway to the park, this lovely little hamlet is the starting point for many outdoor adventures - from sea kayaking and horse riding to water taxi rides. The village itself is a little piece of paradise, with its golden sand beaches offering safe swimming and sheltered waters and a lovely cafe serving up delicious hearty food (while providing gorgeous panoramic views of the beach and picturesque national park). The village is surrounded by charming rural farms and lush native forests which provide shelter for a wide variety of birdlife.