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Abel Tasman Walk & Kayak Trip
THE BEST OF THE SOUTH ISLAND - WINTER TRIP

The Abel Tasman Coastal Walk is a fantastic way to fully appreciate this beautiful area. The walk can run in either direction and can be weather dependant. There are options for sea kayaking along the way, included in the cost.

The map details the daily route, and the brief itinerary gives you an idea of what each day entails.

  
 

 

 

 Abel Tasman Map Day One: Get Your Feet Wet!
Coastline cruise from Kaiteriteri to Totaranui
Walk north from Totaranui to Anapai Bay - or further if you are energetic before heading south to Meadowbank Homestead at Awaroa. Walking time: approximately 4 hours 		 
Day Two: Explore Awaroa
Relax or be active.
Explore the tidal estuary by canoe or on foot (tides permitting).
Visit various early European or pre-European sites
Unwind on the beach.
Day Three: Walk from Awaroa to Torrent Bay
Highlights include a visit to abandoned granite quarry. Today's walk takes you through native forests, past headlands, through estuaries, and onto soft sandy beaches. Enjoy a leisurely lunch at Bark Bay with time for a swim or explore the lagoon and see the waterfalls. Then on to Torrent Bay Lodge where afternoon tea awaits your arrival. Walking time: approximately 5 hours (15 Km) .
Day Four: Explore Torrent Bay
Today's flexible schedule includes a choice of many beautiful short walks, including a guided walk inland among first generation forest to the spectacular Falls River waterfalls. Or, canoe around the Torrent Bay estuary (tides permitting).  
Day Five: Walk from Torrent Bay to Marahau
The well graded track provides lovely views of the bays as you follow the coastline back to Marahau. Walking time: approximately 4 hours (13 Km)