There is no denying that Abel Tasman National Park, lying to the west of Nelson is beautiful all year-round, but during the New Zealand winter months of June, July and August it is at its most tranquil and crowd-free. Hike the Abel Tasman Coastal Track and for three days see virtually no-one, experience clear blue skies during the day, and stay in empty, but cosy cabins under the vast star-filled night sky.

Stop off at the Awaroa Lodge for a hot chocolate and a game of Scrabble before wandering down to a wide, white sandy beach free of both sandflies and any human life. Afterwards, rest your weary legs during a trip to the tiny cinema in nearby Motueka. Sofas, chairs, footstools and freshly filtered coffee are the order of the day here.

www.doc.govt.nz/Explore/002~Tracks-and-Walks/Great-Walks/Abel-Tasman-Coast-Track/index.asp

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