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

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3 days (approximately)
Offered in: English

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!

What's Included

Camp pass
Buoyancy vest, spray skirt, paddle jacket, paddle, safety emergency flares, waterproof map, water pump and a spare paddle.
Return transport from Nelson/Motueka is not included in the trip price. Please book separately.
Camping equipment is not included.Camping sets and individual items can be hired - ph our office.
Minimum group size 2 (no solo hires).

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Marahau - Bark Bay or Mosquito Bay.

    1 stop
  • 1

    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.

    8 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 2

    Bark Bay to Astrolabe

    1 stop
  • 2

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

    8 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 3

    Astrolabe - Marahau

    1 stop
  • 3

    Spend the day kayaking around the Abel Tasman National Park. 4.00pm Return to Abel Tasman Kayaks’ base.

    8 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • 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.
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Cancellation Policy

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

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