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Stomp & Paddle
2 nights Abel Tasman National Park from $799.00 per person based on double occupancy
Grab a paddle and your walking shoes then head out to meet paradise, where gentle beech forests give way to golden sands and glistening water.
INCLUSIONS
- Abel Tasman National Park Three Day Kayak and Walk
- Accommodation with ensuite bathrooms and restaurant quality meals at two Beachfront Lodges, Meadowbank Homestead, Awaroa and Torrent Bay Lodge
- Skilled, friendly guides
- 750ml water bottle
- Waterproof plastic liners for bags
- All technical and safety equipment is provided, including stable double kayaks, water resistant paddling tops, bouyancy vests, dry bags
- Lodge Luggage Bag to keep and Day packs to borrow
- All meals are included: full breakfast, morning and afternoon teas, packed lunch (including snack bars, fruit and chocolate) and dinner
ITINERARY
DAY 1 Nelson / Motueka to Torrent Bay
At Kaiteriteri, your guide will settle you into your kayaks for a full training session. You do not leave the beach until your guide is satisfied you can safely negotiate the coast in your kayak.
Paddling along the coast, discover the pristine bays and beaches named by French Explorer, Dumont D’urville in 1827. Cruise the Astrolabe Roadstead, visit the stunning bays of Te Pukatea and Appletree, or paddle along the coast of Adel Island. Stop for lunch at any one of the bays, then continue on to Torrent Bay Lodge at the beachfront.
Includes Morning and Afternoon Tea, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 2 Torrent Bay to Awaroa
Leave Torrent Bay for a morning of beach hopping up the coast, taking in points of interest: Falls River, Frenchman’s Bay.
Midday, stop for lunch at Bark Bay and take time out to relax, explore, swim or sunbathe on the golden sand. In good weather, visit the Seal Colony on Tonga Island where New Zealand fur seals breed. Spot new-born pups in December and Jaunary.
Cruising past Tonga Quarry and the Tonga Arches, your guide will explain the history of this granite area, pointing out some of the features and quarry relics. Leave your sea kayaks at Onetahuti and walk over the Tonga Saddle to Meadowbank Homestead, Awaroa.
Includes Breakfast, Morning and Afternoon Tea, Lunch, Dinner.
DAY 3 Awaroa to Nelson / Motueka via Totaranui
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 you will cruise the coastline you have just explored by kayak. Hot drinks, covered or open decks and bathroom facilities are available on board.
At the end of the day, you will be met by a coach to return to Motueka (4.30pm) or Nelson (5.30pm).
Includes Breakfast, Morning and Afternoon Tea, Lunch.
Note: The direction of the trip will be reversed on some departures
Keep in mind that kayaking or 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 days departure.