Half Day Blast

from $185

Enjoy half a day of kayaking with your guide through the sheltered and scenic southern end of the Park. Highlights include a visit to Adele Island bird sanctuary, views of sunbathing seals and exploring the golden beaches along the coast. Finish your trip with a water taxi ride back to Marahau. Book Now

Availability: All year round

Summer Departure(s): 8.30am, 11.30am

Winter Departure(s): 9.00am, 11.30am

Trip duration: Half Day

Ideal for: People with limited time

Activity level: Moderate

Cruise info: Marahau to Observation Beach: 30 min

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

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Half Day Blast

Spend your morning or afternoon on the water with a small group of fellow kayakers led by one of our expert local guides. Learn about the local history and ecology from a guide who just loves sharing their knowledge and experience. Jump on a water taxi for your return trip to Marahau and be back in time for a late lunch. Please note: This trip may run in reverse.

Minimum age 12 years
Minimum 2 people (1st May to 30th September)
Minimum 1 person (1st October to 30th April)

What’s included in this tour?

Items that are included in the cost of tour price.

Half day kayak hire
Water taxi transfer from Marahau to Observation Beach or vice versa

Itinerary

Kayak to Observation Beach
Water Taxi 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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