3 Day Unguided Kayaking starting in the Abel Tasman National Park New Zealand

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3 Day Park Start — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Astrolabe — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Park Start, staring in the park ensures you paddle in the same direction as the sea breeze rather than going against it! After a safety briefing, catch a water taxi up to Onetahuti beach in the Abel Tasman National Park then paddle south one-way down the coast over three sun and sea kissed days back to Marahau!

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At a glance

Duration: 3 days
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 100 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

Day 1 · Marahau - Bark Bay or Mosquito Bay.

Abel Tasman National Park

8 hours

8.15am

Check in and start your kayak rental briefing. The briefing highlights areas of interest in the Abel Tasman National Park, weather forecasts and local conditions, hazards, safety and

self rescue.

10.00am

On water assessment with guide.

11.30am

Water taxi up to Onetahuti.

12.30pm

Spend the night at Te PukatArrive for your afternoon exploring the Tonga Island surrounds.

Spend the night at Bark Bay or Mosquito Bay.

Spend the night at Bark Bay or Mosquito Bay.

Day 2 · Bark Bay to Astrolabe

Abel Tasman National Park

8 hours

Spend the day exploring the Abel Tasman National Park by kayak.

Spend the night at Observation Beach or Te Pukatea Bay.

Day 3 · Astrolabe - Marahau

Abel Tasman National Park

8 hours

Spend the day kayaking around the Abel Tasman National Park.

4.00pm Return to Abel Tasman Kayaks’ base.

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

Department of Conservation have differential pricing for International visitors over-nighting in the Abel Tasman Nat Park.
Adult New Zealand

Department of Conservation have introduced differential pricing for over nighting in the Abel Tasman Nat Park.