Blast & Walk

from $130

Combine a half day of guided kayaking with an easy unguided walk through native bush back to Marahau. You'll experience the Adele Island bird sanctuary, golden beaches and fantastic views. Book Now

Availability: All year round

Summer Departure(s): 8.30am

Winter Departure(s): 9.00am

Trip duration: Full Day

Ideal for: Combining a short kayak and short walk

Activity level: Moderate

Walk info: Marahau to Observation Beach or reverse: 3 hrs

Kayak info: Marahau to Observation Beach or reverse: 2 hrs

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Blast & Walk

Have a blast in the park with this great day trip! Spend the kayaking leg of your adventure with a small group led by one of our expert local guides. Kayak through the sheltered, scenic southern end of the Abel Tasman while learning about the local history and ecology from a guide who just loves sharing their knowledge and experience. Walk the other leg of the trip between Observation Beach and Marahau (approx. 3hrs), taking in the elevated views of the islands in the Astrolabe. Highlights include the Adele Island bird sanctuary, beautiful golden beaches and fantastic views of the Astrolabe.

Minimum age 12 years

What’s included in this tour?

Items that are included in the cost of tour price.

Half day kayak hire
Optional lunch $15

Itinerary

Kayak to Observation Beach
Walk from Observation Beach to Marahau

For group bookings requiring transport between Nelson, Motueka and Marahau please give us a call on 0800 80 80 18 to add bus transfers to your booking.

Environmental Access Fee (EAF)

A portion of your ticket price goes directly towards preserving the unique environment you will enjoy on your trip in the Abel Tasman. This includes the compulsory concession fees paid to the Department of Conversation as well as voluntary contributions to local organisations and projects to improve the environment, ecology and access to the national park.
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