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Camp at Anchorage, Then Walk the Coast Track Home
Wake beside the beach at Anchorage with the freedom to shape your second morning before beginning the walk back to Mārahau. You can head directly onto the Abel Tasman Coast Track or add extra exploration with a side trip to Te Pukatea Bay and Pitt Head, where elevated viewpoints look across the coastline and Tasman Bay.
Another option is a detour to Cleopatra’s Pool, a natural swimming spot tucked into the forest, before continuing south. The main Anchorage-to-Mārahau walk covers approximately 12.4 km and takes around 3.5 hours, winding through native bush and past secluded bays before finishing back at Mārahau — completing a journey that lets you experience the southern Abel Tasman coast from both sea and land.
INCLUSIONS
- Kayak hire
- Buoyancy vest, Spray skirt, Paddle jacket, Paddle, Spare paddle
- Waterproof map, Water pump, Safety emergency flares
- Camp pass (at check-in)
- Winter only: Wetsuits, Wetsuit booties
- NOT included: guide, food (See 'What to Bring below')
AGE INFORMATION
- Minimum Age: 14 years
- Anyone under 18 must be accompanied by an adult on a 1:1 ratio
CANCELLATIONS & REFUNDS
- More than 48 hours before departure: 10% admin/cancellation fee applies**
- Between 24 and 48 hours of departure: 50% refund**
- Within 24 hours of departure: No refund
- No-shows: Full payment charged, no refunds
**Note: Any refund approved under our terms and conditions will be subject to a 5% admin & processing fee, which will be deducted from the refund amount. Please see more information on refunds and cancellations in Go New Zealand's terms and conditions.*
In accordance with a change in New Zealand legislation, we are now obliged to inform a person seeking to participate in our adventure activity of any serious health and safety risks they may be exposed to by participating in the activity. We therefore include our Risk Disclosure Statement for you to pass on to your clients prior to them booking, so they are aware of the risks of participation.
Risk Disclosure:
In any outdoor adventure activity, participants are exposed to variations in weather conditions and therefore there is an element of risk involved. Risks in undertaking this water-based activity include but are not limited to; Personal Injury (sea sickness, heat stroke, hypothermia, drowning) and Property Damage. Abel Tasman Kayaks mitigate this risk through thorough preparation and adherence to a detailed Risk Identification and Management System. This includes providing you with the necessary information, training and safety equipment to participate in our activities. You are personally responsible for listening to our directions, adhering to our advice, and making responsible decisions to keep yourself safe. Additionally, we reserve the right to modify, alter or cancel activities at any given time if we feel your safety, or the safety of others may be compromised.
Clothing:
- For kayaking:
- Quick-drying clothes (shorts, t-shirt, long sleeves recommended)
- Warm top (wool/fleece)
- Hat
- Sunglasses
- Shoes
- Swimsuit
- Towel
- For campsite:
- Long pants
- T-shirt
- Long-sleeved shirt
- Warm top (wool/fleece)
- Trainers and socks
- Sleeping clothing
- Rainproof jacket
Personal items:
- Medication
- Toiletries
- Camera (with film or memory)
- Personal drinking bottle
- First aid kit
- Torch
- Sunscreen
- Insect repellent
Food & Water:
- All meals and snacks:
- Day 1: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Day 2: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Fresh water (if not relying solely on filtered sources)
Cooking equipment (if cooking hot meals):
- Cooker and fuel (due to fire restrictions)
- Pots and pans
- Utensils and cutlery
- Plates and cups
Camping gear:
- Tent
- Camping mat
- Warm sleeping bag
