5 Day/4 night
Abel Tasman Guided Walk

This trip operates all year round, departing every Tuesday and Friday.

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NOTE: You will require a good level of fitness to enjoy this itinerary.

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On the morning of your departure you will be picked-up from your accommodation or, if you have your own car you can leave it at a safe parking area in Motueka. Day packs are available to borrow if required, and you can safely store any excess luggage.

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Nelson / Motueka to Awaroa via Totaranui

Approximate Times:

Bus to Kaiteriteri - from Nelson 1.5 hours, - from Motueka 20 mins Cruise Kaiteriteri to Totaranui - 2 hours Walk 3.5 - 4 hours (8-10 km) depending on options

Meals include: Morning and Afternoon Tea, Lunch, Dinner

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• Pick up Nelson (7.30am) or Motueka (8.30am). Time for last-minute luggage organisation at Motueka office.
• Launch departs Kaiteriteri for a leisurely cruise along the National Park coastline. Hot drinks, covered or open deck areas and bathroom facilities on board.
• When you arrive at Totaranui, you can relax on the beach or take a walk through the lush, untouched rainforest on the Pukatea Loop (approx 1.5 hours).
• Walk south approximately 2 hours from Totaranui to the fascinating Awaroa estuary, through rainforest with magnificent specimens of Nikau Palm and Rata fringing idyllic sandy coves.
• Cross the Awaroa estuary and be introduced to its fascinating history.
• Spend the night on the beachfront at Meadowbank Homestead - Awaroa.

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Explore Awaroa

Approximate times for walks: up to 4 hours
Optional kayaking up to 2 hours (tides permitting)

Meals include: Breakfast, Morning and Afternoon Tea, Lunch, Dinner

Let your guide design your day to as active or relaxed as you wish. Options include:

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• Explore the largest tidal estuary in Abel Tasman National Park on foot or by kayak (tides permitting) More Details
• Visit early European and pre-European historical sites
• Unwind on the beach
• Relax and enjoy the comforts of Meadowbank Homestead - Awaroa.

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Awaroa to Torrent Bay

Approximate walking time: 6-7 hours (17 km)

Meals include: Breakfast, Morning and Afternoon Tea, Lunch, Dinner

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• Depart Awaroa to walk over the Tonga Saddle to Onetahuti.
• Relax on the golden sand beach flanked by impressive granite headlands.
• Visit Tonga Quarry historic site.
• Midday, stop for lunch at Bark Bay and take time out to relax, explore, swim or sunbathe on the golden sand.
• In the afternoon, enjoy a succession of magnificent views of headlands, estuaries and beaches, walking through native forest and crossing the swing bridge at Falls River.
• Continue on to Torrent Bay Lodge on the beachfront.

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Explore Torrent Bay

Optional walking (up to 5 hours, 10 km) and canoeing (tide dependant)

Meals include: Breakfast, Morning and Afternoon Tea, Lunch, Dinner

A day of Choices! Let your guide plan an adventurous or relaxing day to suit you. Options include:

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• Walk through breathtaking first generation forest, up to the waterfalls on Falls River;
• Canoe in the estuary and visit the peaceful grotto of Cleopatra's Pool (tides permitting)
• Walk to the protected golden beaches of Anchorage and Te Pukatea and visit historic Maori sites at Pitt Head.

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Torrent Bay to Motueka/Nelson

Approximate times:
Walk Torrent Bay to Marahau - 4 hours (13 km)
Bus Marahau to Motueka - 20 mins or to Nelson - 1.5 hours

Meals include: Breakfast, Morning and Afternoon Tea, Lunch

A day of Choices! Let your guide plan an adventurous or relaxing day to suit you. Options include:

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• Well graded final section of Abel Tasman coast track.
• Rediscover the pristine bays and beaches named by French Explorer, Du'mont Durville in 1827.
• Stop for lunch at any one of the bays, then walk the last leg to Marahau.
• Our coach meets you to return to Motueka (4.30pm) or Nelson (5.30pm).

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Note: The direction of the Guided Walk may be reversed on some departures.

Keep in mind that walking each day is optional. You are welcome to travel on any of the scheduled ferry services. Please discuss this option with your guide prior to each day's departure. This flexibility is perfect for couples or groups that want to

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