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Swap the Coast Track for a Guided Sea Kayak
At Observation Beach, meet your guide for a safety briefing and kayaking instruction before setting out along the Astrolabe coastline towards Mārahau. From water level, forested headlands, hidden coves and golden beaches take on a different character, while seals and seabirds may make an appearance as you paddle south through the national park.
Expect approximately two hours of kayaking interspersed with breaks, allowing time to enjoy the scenery rather than simply covering distance. When conditions are favourable, there may even be an opportunity to raise the kayak sail and harness the sea breeze for part of the journey back to Mārahau; an exhilarating finale to a day that has taken you through Abel Tasman by boat, on foot and by kayak.
Other Kayak and Walk Adventures
Kayak & Walk - This trip starts and finishes in Mārahau, following the same route back and offering wide views over the Astrolabe Islands.
Kayak & Pitt Head Nature Loop - After your kayak, enjoy an unguided walk in the Anchorage area on the Pitt Head Nature Loop. The track has lovely viewpoints and a calm forest atmosphere.
INCLUSIONS
- Double kayak
- Buoyancy vest
- Paddle, Spray skirt, Paddle jacket
- Dry bags for cameras, Two water taxi cruises
- Friendly and experienced Abel Tasman Kayaks guide
- Free social-ready images and video
- Lunch
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: 8:15 am
- Paddling time: Approximately 2 hours interspersed with breaks. No prior experience required
- Walking Time: Approximately 2.5 hours
- Nelson and Motueka Transfers available at an extra cost
AGE INFORMATION
- Minimum Age: 12 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.
