Split Apple Rock is a geological rock formation, Located in the turquoise hues of the Tasman Sea in Abel Tasman National Park on the South Island of New Zealand, sits the unique rock formation known as Split Apple Rock . Made of granite, it is in the shape of an apple which has been cut in half. It is a popular tourist attraction in the waters of the Tasman Sea approximately 50 metres off the coast between Kaiteriteri and Marahau. Abel Tasman is the smallest of national parks throughout New Zealand covering an area of approximately 22,530 hectares. A beautiful place to explore full of stunning beaches, granite cliffs, native forests and breathtaking scenery with a mild climate making it an excellent place to visit any time throughout the year.