3 Day Kayak & Walk North New Zealand

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Camping in the Abel Tasman National Park — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Walk on the coastal track — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

From Marahau to Totaranui and return – it’s an adventure!

Spend three days in the stunning Abel Tasman. The first two days see you kayaking from Marahau through to Onetahuti and then the third walking from Onetahuti to Totaranui before returning back to Marahau on a water taxi.

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At a glance

Duration: 3 days
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 15 people
People per booking: 1–15
Written guide: English
Operated by: Abel Tasman Kayaks

Ages: Adults (14–100 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Camp pass
Included: Buoyancy vest, spray skirt, paddle jacket, paddle, safety emergency flares, waterproof map, water pump and a spare paddle.

Not included

Not included: Return transport from Nelson/Motueka is not included in the trip price. Please book separately.
Not included: Camping equipment is not included.Camping sets and individual items can be hired - ph our office.
Not included: Minimum group size 2 (no solo hires).

Itinerary

From Marahau to Totaranui and return – it’s an adventure!The first two days see you kayaking from Marahau through to Onetahuti.We collect your kayak for you on day two and we leave you to walk North through to the last water taxi pick up point, Totaranui.The bush through here is lush and the coastal views amazing! We collect you at the end of day three when the water taxi retraces your route back to Marahau. Camp passes included in price which we book on your behalf. Start paddling at Marahau and finish at Onetahuti. Walk to the Northern taxi pick up point Totaranui. Retrace your steps on the water taxi on your journey back to Marahau. DAY 1 8.15am Check in and start your kayak rental briefing. 10.00am On water assessment with guide. 10.30am Continue on your own to explore the Abel Tasman. Spend the night at Observation Beach, Te Pukatea Bay or Anchorage. DAY 2 3.15pm Kayak pick up at Onetahuti. Spend the night at Onetahuti or Tonga Quarry. DAY 3 8.15am Walk from Onetahuti to Totaranui approx 4.5hrs,14.2km. 2.15pm Water Taxi pick up at Totaranui. 4.30pm Return to Abel Tasman Kayaks’ base.

Stop 1
Abel Tasman National Park
Abel Tasman Coast Track

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

End point

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Service animals allowed
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Minimum group size 2 (no solo hires).
In accordance with New Zealand legislation, we are 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 read prior to booking, so you 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.

Options

Adult International

Adult International : Normally reside outside New Zealand. Includes the Department of Conservation differential fee.
Adult New Zealand

Adult International