4 Marahau Kayak Tours Worth Getting Wet For

1.Kayak & Walk

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 161 reviews · from $142Our pick

Set out from Marahau for a guided sea-kayak trip along Abel Tasman’s coast, then follow forest trails and beaches to Observation Beach, or reverse the order. Guides such as Sam and Emily help first-time paddlers, while lunch, dry bags, and a possible sail home add practical value.

“Sam was an excellent guide for the kayaking portion of our experience. There are compartments on the kayaks to store your gear. They also include a dry bag for phones and keys. We were on the water about 3 hrs and took breaks along thRead more”

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2.Marahau: Abel Tasman Kayaks Kayak and Walk

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 65 reviews · from $135

Paddle from Marahau to Observation Beach with an English-speaking guide, keeping watch for seals near the Astrolabe Islands. After lunch, walk the southern Abel Tasman Coastal Track unguided. The day may run in reverse, and groups are limited to 10 people.

“Amazing trip!! We did the walk first and then the kayaking in the afternoon, which was a really good way to do it. We ended up hiking a bit further past the meeting point as we had time to, which is definitely worth it. The kayaking section was incredible! The sea was so calm, and there were so many seal pups around Adele Island and the surrounding waters. We were on the water for around 2/2.5 hours which was so nice. Highly recommend this trip to anyone, would do it again in a heartbeat!Read more”

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3.Oarsome Marine Reserve Kayak Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 39 reviews · from $198

Paddle from Marahau into Abel Tasman National Park with a guide and a maximum of eight people. You’ll visit Tonga Island Marine Reserve, look for New Zealand fur seals near Shag Harbour, explore quiet lagoons, and finish at Anchorage Beach before taking a water taxi back.

“Our guide Pandy was excellent. The all day trip included three spectacular lagoons. The weather can be rough and the water taxi ride, very exciting.”

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4.1 Day Sea Kayak Rental

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 36 reviews · from $74Best value

Rent a kayak from R&R Kayaks in Marahau for up to seven hours, then paddle the Astrolabe Roadstead toward Abel Tasman National Park. Stop at golden beaches, picnic, swim, watch for seals, and pass Split Apple Rock. This independent outing requires at least two people and moderate fitness.

“We had a beautiful day of kayaking in this gorgeous part of the world. We'd recommend this experience to anyone who loves kayaking and discovering beautiful, secluded beaches.”

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