North Island
NZ$285.00
Maybe a longer day on the water is what you’re looking for? Then you will find this Full Day Lake Taupo Kayaking trip in New Zealand perfect for you!
We set off from the protected waters of Acacia Bay before ou...
Overview
Abel Tasman National Park has always been a fascinating place to explore. It is renowned for its golden shores and carved granite headlands teeming with marine life. This Remote Coast Tour is a highly recommended one day adventure that lets you enjoy all your favourites!
Hop aboard for a comprehensive tour of the Tonga Island marine reserve, a fantastic day trip that covers the entire marine reserve from beginning to end. We depart Awaroa via a water taxi transfer that allows us to drop anchor at Shag Harbour (tide dependent), a secret inlet the likes of which are not found anywhere else in the Abel Tasman National Park. Kayaking south, we explore Tonga Island Marine Reserve and get to know its adorable denizens, the playful NZ fur seal, Kekeno. Picnic lunch is served in one of the stunning beaches, after which we visit the Tonga Arches, and head south picking our way along the sculptured granite headlands through to the peaceful lagoons and golden shores of the ‘heart of the park,’ Bark Bay, our final destination.
Details
Difficulty: 3
OPEN: 1 Oct – 30 Apr
Start: Marahau (8:15am)
Finish: Marahau (4:30pm)
Includes:
- top quality double sea kayak
- lifejacket, paddle, spray skirt, paddle jacket,
- dry bags for cameras
- awesome Abel Tasman Kayaking guide
- lunch (complimentary)
What to bring:
- personal water bottle
- hat, sunscreen,
- insect repellent
- towel & swimsuit
- warm top (wool or fleece)
- wind jacket
- change of clothes
- cameras and any medication.
Pricing:
Cost per person
1 Oct 2025 - 30 Apr 2026
- Price: NZ$355
- AGE: Minimum 12 years, under the age of 18 you need to be accompanied by an adult on a 1 to 1 ratio
Overview
Abel Tasman National Park has always been a fascinating place to explore. It is renowned for its golden shores and carved granite headlands teeming with marine life. This Remote Coast Tour is a highly recommended one day adventure that lets you enjoy all your favourites!
Hop aboard for a comprehensive tour of the Tonga Island marine reserve, a fantastic day trip that covers the entire marine reserve from beginning to end. We depart Awaroa via a water taxi transfer that allows us to drop anchor at Shag Harbour (tide dependent), a secret inlet the likes of which are not found anywhere else in the Abel Tasman National Park. Kayaking south, we explore Tonga Island Marine Reserve and get to know its adorable denizens, the playful NZ fur seal, Kekeno. Picnic lunch is served in one of the stunning beaches, after which we visit the Tonga Arches, and head south picking our way along the sculptured granite headlands through to the peaceful lagoons and golden shores of the ‘heart of the park,’ Bark Bay, our final destination.
Cost per person
1 Oct 2025 - 30 Apr 2026
- Price: NZ$355
- AGE: Minimum 12 years, under the age of 18 you need to be accompanied by an adult on a 1 to 1 ratio
