How many sections does the Abel Tasman Coastal Track have?

The Abel Tasman Coastal Track is divided into four main sections:

• Marahau to Anchorage: This section takes approximately 4 hours and covers a distance of 12.4 km. It begins with crossing the estuary over the Marahau causeway and passes through open country and lush beech forests before reaching Anchorage Bay.
• Anchorage to Bark Bay: There are two options for this section. The high tide track takes around 4 hours and covers 11.5 km, while the low tide crossing at the Torrent Bay estuary takes about 3 hours and covers 8.4 km. Both routes offer scenic coastal views and lead to the beautiful Bark Bay.
• Bark Bay to Awaroa: This section takes approximately 4 hours and 30 minutes, covering a distance of 13.5 km. It involves crossing the Bark Bay estuary and passing through mānuka stands and the forested Tonga Saddle before reaching Awaroa Bay.
• Awaroa to Wainui or Tōtaranui: From Awaroa, hikers can choose to either continue to Whariwharangi Bay and Wainui (2 hours, 5.7 km) or take the Gibbs Hill Track to Tōtaranui (3 hours, 9 km). This section offers diverse landscapes, including sandy beaches and rocky headlands.

These sections allow hikers to plan their journey and experience different parts of the Abel Tasman Coastal Track based on their preferences and available time.