We provide you with a kayak and all of the safety gear you will need for your five day kayaking adventure. After a briefing and instructions on how to use the equipment by a friendly kayaking instructor, you set off from Marahau to spend five days exploring the Abel Tasman at your own pace. Camp out each night in the Park before spending your fifth day paddling south along the coast back to Marahau. You’ll need to book and pay for your accommodation in advance.
For transport between Nelson, Motueka and Marahau we recommend The Better Bus. You can book your transfers online or give them a call on 027 577 6975
Minimum age 14 years
Minimum 2 people
What’s included in this tour?
Items that are included in the cost of tour price.
5 day kayak hire
Itinerary
Kayak from Marahau into the Park
Kayak back to Marahau
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. Learn More >>
Guided kayak trip: Kayak with your guide one way between Marahau and Observation Beach and freedom walk the opposite way along the Abel Tasman Coastal Track.
Freedom kayak rental: The classic Abel Tasman freedom kayak trip. Paddle from Marahau to Anchorage and then walk back to Marahau, or continue north through the Abel Tasman on foot.
Guided kayak trip: Walk the best section of the Abel Tasman Coastal Track in the morning and then see it all again from a completely different perspective - from the water as you kayak south again.
Availability: All year round 
Summer Departure(s): 8.30am, 10.30am 
Winter Departure(s): 9.00am, 11.00am 
Trip duration: 5 Days 
Activity level: Challenging 
Ideal for: Exploring at your own pace 
Kayak info: From Marahau into the Park and return 
