Guided Walk and Kayak (two days)
The ultimate Abel Tasman experience - one day walk and one day kayak deep in the National Park
If you have two days to spare, a walking and kayaking combination gives you the best that the Abel Tasman National Park has to offer. This combination is graded ‘moderate’ and is for experienced walkers.
Day One - Guided Walk
Torrent Bay to Tonga Quarry - After a short cruise along the coast, we start this walk at the historic community of Torrent Bay, the only one of its kind in the Park. The route then meanders deep into the native forest, over the spectacular Falls River swing bridge and on to the golden beach at Bark Bay where we stop for lunch (and an optional swim). We then venture inland and walk through tea tree, rimu and tree fern groves, before returning to the coast and the historic beach at Tonga Quarry. The route is steeped in history of the first Maori and European settlers, and the birth of the National Park. We finish with a leisurely and comfortable cruise back along the coastline to Kaiteriteri. The breathtaking views, and the diversity of natural and cultural history, make this one of the best walks in the Park, and one of the guides favourites!
Day Two - Guided Kayak
Cruise to Torrent Bay Lodge, then explore some of the best kayaking in the Park. Tranquil lagoons, secluded beaches, forested headlands, fur seals and kayak sailing! Finally, we relax and enjoy the comfortable cruise back to Kaiteriteri.
Itinerary - Day One
Pick up Nelson 7:00am, Motueka 7:30am or meet at Kaiteriteri 8:00am
Cruise from Kaiteriteri to Torrent Bay 9:00am
Walk to Tonga Quarry
Lunch at Bark Bay
Return cruise to Kaiteriteri by 5:30pm
Return to Nelson 6:30pm
Itinerary - Day Two
Pick up Nelson 7:30am, Motueka 8:00am or meet at Kaiteriteri 8:30am
Cruise to Torrent Bay 9:20am
Kayak 21/2hrs
Cruise to Kaiterteri 4:15pm
Return to Nelson 5:15pm
What’s included
Pick up from your accommodation in Nelson or Motueka
Delicious lunch prepared by a local bakery
Freshly brewed coffee and tea
Boat cruises from finish of walk/kayak
Shuttle bus Kaiteriteri to Marahau (day one)
Services of knowledgeable local guides
(Accomodation is not included in this package)
Walk Details
Distance: 10.7km
Total walking time: 5hrs (6.5hrs including stops)
Grade: moderate
What to bring for a day walk
Price
$490pp (min booking two people)
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