Kayak & Canoe Tours
Hiking & Walking
Family-friendly Tours
Multi-Day Short Tours
Wake by the Coast and Walk Through Abel Tasman
Day 2 swaps your paddle for walking shoes as you set out independently along the Abel Tasman Coast Track. From Bark Bay, walk south towards Anchorage, crossing the Falls River suspension bridge and moving between native forest, estuary and coastal viewpoints. Depending on the tide, the route covers approximately 8.4–11.5 km and takes around 3–4 hours.
If your first day finishes at Anchorage, the walking direction is reversed, taking you north towards Bark Bay for your return water taxi. Whichever route operates, the second day provides a completely different perspective on the coastline you explored from the water. Finish at Bark Bay or Anchorage in time for the afternoon water taxi, arriving back in Mārahau at approximately 4:30pm.
INCLUSIONS
- Guided kayaking experience
- Kayak equipment (kayak, paddle, spray skirt, life jacket)
- Dry bag for gear
- Map and route briefing
- Lunch on the kayaking day
- One water taxi cruise
- Filtered water at base and hut sites
- Free social-ready images and video
- Camp passes and 1 bag transfer each way
EXCLUSIONS
- All other meals: 1x dinner, 1x breakfast, snacks
- Camping and cooking equipment (stove, fuel, pots, utensils, cutlery, plates, cups)
- Accommodation or campsite booking fees
- Personal clothing and footwear (for both kayaking and campsite)
- Personal items (toiletries, medication, first aid kit, sunscreen, insect repellent, torch, camera)
- Drinking water for the journey (must be brought or collected along the way)
- Transport to/from Mārahau
TOUR INFORMATION
- Check-in time: 8:15 am
- Paddling time: Approximately 4 hours interspersed with breaks. No prior experience required
- Walking Time: Approximately 3-4 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 14 days before departure: 10% admin/cancellation fee, plus any accommodation charges applies**
- Between 7 and 14 days of departure: 50% refund**
- Within 7 days 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.
Kayaking Clothes
You’re likely to get wet while paddling, so wear quick-drying layers. Bring shorts, a t-shirt (long sleeves are best), a warm layer like wool or fleece, a sunhat, sunglasses, and secure footwear. Don’t forget your swimsuit and a towel.
Campsite Clothing
Evenings can get chilly, so pack warm layers for the campsite. Long pants, t-shirt, long-sleeved shirt, fleece or wool top, trainers, socks, and sleepwear are essential. A waterproof jacket is a must in case of rain.
Personal Items
Bring your usual essentials: medication, toiletries, a camera (with spare memory or film), water bottle, small first aid kit, torch or headlamp, sunscreen, and insect repellent.
Cooking Gear
Planning a hot meal? You’ll need a portable cooker and fuel—fires are only allowed in designated areas at certain times of the year. Also pack pots, pans, utensils, cutlery, plates, and cups.
Food & Water
This is a self-catered trip. You’ll need to bring 1 lunch (not on the kayak day), 1 dinner, 1 breakfast, and plenty of snacks. Lunch is included on your kayak day. We recommend stocking up before arriving in Mārahau. Bring ample drinking water—filtered water is available at our base and huts, while campsites offer untreated water.
