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Abel Tasman 3 day Guided Walk

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Detailed Itinerary

On the morning your adventure begins, we pick you up from your accommodation in Nelson or Motueka, or you can leave your car at our office along with any excess luggage. We provide you with a complimentary overnight bag to be transported to our lodges by boat. Day packs are available to borrow if required. There is a safe in our office for valuables.

Day 1: Nelson / Motueka to Torrent Bay

Approximate Times:
Bus to Marahau - from Nelson 1.5 hours, - from Motueka 20 mins
Walk Marahau to Torrent Bay - 4 hours (13 kms)
Includes Morning and Afternoon Tea, Lunch, Dinner

  • Pick up Nelson (7.30am) or Motueka (8.30am). Time for last-minute luggage organisation at our Motueka office.
  • Your guide introduces you to the Park at Marahau.
  • Walking the gentlest grade on the track, rediscover the pristine bays and headlands named by French explorer, Du'mont Durville in 1827.
  • Stop for lunch at any one of the bays, then walk to Torrent Bay Lodge on the beachfront.

Day 2: Torrent Bay to Awaroa

Approximate walking time 6-7 hours (17 kms)
Includes Breakfast, Morning and Afternoon Tea, Lunch, Dinner.

  • Leave Torrent Bay to enjoy a morning walking through native forest with magnificent coastal views, and crossing the swing bridge at Falls River.
  • Midday, stop for lunch at Bark Bay, or continue on to Onetahuti, taking time out to relax, explore, swim or sunbathe on the golden sands.
  • Visit places of historical and scenic interest, including the abandoned Tonga Quarry.
  • From Onetahuti, walk over the Tonga Saddle to Meadowbank Homestead - Awaroa.

Day 3: Awaroa to Nelson / Motueka via Totaranui

Approximate times:
Walk Awaroa to Totaranui - 2 hours (7 kms)
Cruise Totaranui to Kaiteriteri 2.5 hours
Coach Kaiteriteri to Motueka (20 minutes) or Nelson (1.5 hours)
Includes Breakfast, Morning and Afternoon Tea, Lunch.

  • Cross the Awaroa estuary, and be introduced to its fascinating history.
  • Walk through the northern forests of the park with magnificent specimens of Nikau Palm and Rata.
  • At Totaranui, join our comfortable launch to cruise the coastline you have just walked. Hot drinks, covered or open decks and bathroom facilities are available on board.
  • Our coach meets you to return to Motueka (4.30pm) or Nelson (5.30pm).

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

Keep in mind that walking each day is optional. You are welcome to travel on any of our 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 visit the park, some preferring to walk, others to take the boat between lodges.