The stunning Abel Tasman Photo taken by: Emily Gillingham (Flying Kiwi Traveller)
2 DAY FREEDOM HIKE: Abel Tasman National Park
2 DAY FREEDOM HIKE: Abel Tasman National Park
This 2 day hiking adventure starts with an 8:30am pickup from our camp at the entrance to the Abel Tasman down to the Aqua Taxi base.
Leaving from Marahau on board Aqua Taxi enjoy a scenic one hour ride exploring the coastline north to Onetahuti Bay where one of the longest beaches in the Abel Tasman stretches before you.
Start your hike south following the well kept coastal track which will take you through native bush, across golden sand beaches and tidal lagoons until you reach Anchorage. The two tidal lagoons at Bark Bay and again at Torrent Bay can be crossed 2 hours either side of low tide or follow the all-tide track around the edge of the estuary.
Stay overnight in Anchorage before walking back to Marahau and Old MacDonalds Farm on the second day. There is no rush to get back so enjoy your day exploring the many bays or take a refreshing swim along the way. Bliss!
walking times
| Day 1: | Onetahuti to Anchorage (high tide) | 17.9km | 5 - 6.5hrs |
| Day 2: | Anchorage to Marahau | 12.4km | 3 - 4hrs |
OR
| Day 1: | Onetahuti to Anchorage (low tide) | 14.8km | 4.5 - 5.5hrs |
| Day 2: | Anchorage to Marahau | 12.4km | 3 - 4hrs |
inclusions & cost
- One way water taxi from Marahau to Onetahuti
- Anchorage campsite fees (a tent & sleeping mat will be provided)
- Gas cooker, billy, pot, plate, mug & eating utensils
- $115 NZD
what you need to bring
- Sleeping bag & pillow
- Items of a personal nature
- 2 x lunch, 1 x dinner, 1 x breakfast
you can do this activity on the following tours
Ultimate Explorer
Total Aotearoa
Reverse Traverse
Summer Blast
Wild West
cancellation conditions
| More than 48 hours before you are due to start the Abel Tasman walk | 25% |
| Within 48 hours before you are due to start the Abel Tasman walk | 50% |
| Within 24 hours before you are due to start the Abel Tasman walk | 100% |