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From Torrent Bay Lagoon to the Golden Sands of Anchorage
Beyond Falls River, the track descends towards Torrent Bay and its broad tidal lagoon. Your route here can change with the tide: follow the forested high-tide track around the estuary or, when conditions allow, take the low-tide shortcut across Torrent Bay. If time permits, you can also detour to Cleopatra’s Pool, a clear natural rock pool tucked into the bush and known for its naturally formed waterslide.
The final stretch continues through native forest and beachside clearings towards Anchorage, where golden sand and calm coastal water provide an inviting place to finish the walk. With time before the afternoon water taxi, relax by the beach and take in the surroundings before cruising back along the Abel Tasman coastline to Marahau — a scenic ending to a day experienced both on foot and from the water.
Inclusions
- Water taxi transfer from Marahau to Bark Bay
- Independent hike from Bark Bay to Anchorage
- Scenic highlights: Falls River suspension bridge, Torrent Bay lagoon, and Kaka pou whenua by Hohaia Rangiauru
- Water taxi transfer from Anchorage back to Marahau
- Safety briefing and Risk Disclosure Statement
- Use of safety equipment as required for water-based activity
- Not included: lunch, guide
What to bring
- Please bring personal water bottle
- hat, sunscreen, insect repellent, towel
- swimsuit, warm top (wool or fleece), wind jacket
- walking shoes, cameras and any medication.
Tour information
- Check-in time: 8:15am
- Walking time: Approximately 3 – 4 hours
- Nelson and Motueka Transfers available at an extra cost
Age Information
- Adult: 15 years and above
- Child: 5-14 years
- Infant: 4 and under
- 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.
