Kayaking Mārahau

Freedom kayaking with Kahu Kayaks gives you the independence to see the wonders of the coastline at your own pace. We will equip you with everything you need to have an enjoyable and safe sea kayaking experience, NOTE: for two or more people, Double Kayaks used unless group has uneven number.



All freedom kayaking packages include the following: A comprehensive kayak briefing before your kayak trip starts. Instruction on the use of sea kayak equipment. Kayak safety briefing along with expected weather and sea conditions in the Abel Tasman. A kayak guide will accompany you for the start of your sea kayak journey to help with kayak technique and give any final advice to make your adventure safe and fun!

Join our friendly kayak guides as they share their enthusiasm for this stunning stretch of coast. From Marahau head south on a relaxing exploration of nesting cormorants, sea caves and the world famous Split Apple Rock. Ideal for families and those of you who like to take it easy. Returns to Marahau approximately 11.45am. This trip can also be turned into a Full Day by joining our 12pm water taxi to Anchorage. Here you can relax on this stunning beach or take one of the short walks around the area. Catch the 4pm Water Taxi from Anchorage back to Marahau.

This half-day guided kayak and afternoon unguided walk tour in Abel Tasman involves paddling between Marahau and Observation Beach (approximately three hours). It then takes you through the safe, sheltered and scenic southern reaches of the Abel Tasman. Home to more than a dozen beautiful golden beaches, two islands, several sea caves, reefs and tidal lagoons, this area of Abel Tasman is a delight to sea kayak. After your kayak take an easy unguided walk (approx three hours) through native fern gullies and bush clad headlands back to Marahau

This half-day afternoon guided kayak in Abel Tasman involves paddling between Observation Beach and Marahau (approximately three hours). It takes you through the safe, sheltered and scenic southern reaches of the Abel Tasman. Home to more than a dozen beautiful golden beaches, two islands, several sea caves and reefs, this area of Abel Tasman is a delight to sea kayak. Spend your morning walking through native fern gullies and bush clad headlands from Marahau to Observation beach Campsite. (approx 3 hours). Here you will meet your guide for you afternoon paddle home. Meet at Observation Beach Campsite 12:30pm

Freedom kayak your way from Marahau to Anchorage, where you can leave the kayak and either walk back to Marahau or stay the night at Anchorage.


Freedom kayaking with Kahu Kayaks gives you the independence to see the wonders of the coastline at your own pace. We will equip you with everything you need to have an enjoyable and safe sea kayaking experience, NOTE: for two or more people, Double Kayaks used unless group has uneven number.



All freedom kayaking packages include the following: A comprehensive kayak briefing before your kayak trip starts. Instruction on the use of sea kayak equipment. Kayak safety briefing along with expected weather and sea conditions in the Abel Tasman. A kayak guide will accompany you for the start of your sea kayak journey to help with kayak technique and give any final advice to make your adventure safe and fun

This is the original and our most environmentally friendly guided day trip in the park. Start kayaking from Marahau gliding through the tranquil waters of the beautiful Astrolabe Roadstead. Watch for playful NZ Fur Seals and embrace the wonderful birdsong, ringing from the bush-clad Adele Island. Take a short walk or a swim while we stop for lunch and café styled drinks on one of the many glistening golden sand beaches. There are plenty of nooks and crannies to explore along this stunning coastal paradise. If the sea breeze is blowing we’ll hoist the spinnaker and let the wind push us home.

This half-day guided kayak Abel Tasman involves paddling between Marahau and Observation Beach (approximately three hours). It takes you through the safe, sheltered and scenic southern reaches of the Abel Tasman. Home to more than a dozen beautiful golden beaches, two islands, several sea caves, reefs and tidal lagoons, this area of Abel Tasman is a delight to sea kayak. After your kayak jump on a water taxi from Observation Beach and return to Marahau

Freedom kayaking with Kahu Kayaks gives you the independence to see the wonders of the coastline at your own pace. We will equip you with everything you need to have an enjoyable and safe sea kayaking experience, NOTE: for two or more people, Double Kayaks used unless group has uneven number.



All freedom kayaking packages include the following: A comprehensive kayak briefing before your kayak trip starts. Instruction on the use of sea kayak equipment. Kayak safety briefing along with expected weather and sea conditions in the Abel Tasman. A kayak guide will accompany you for the start of your sea kayak journey to help with kayak technique and give any final advice to make your adventure safe and fun!

Freedom kayak your way from Marahau to Anchorage, then jump on the water taxi for the return to Marahau.


Freedom kayaking with Kahu Kayaks gives you the independence to see the wonders of the coastline at your own pace. We will equip you with everything you need to have an enjoyable and safe sea kayaking experience, NOTE: for two or more people, Double Kayaks used unless group has uneven number.



All freedom kayaking packages include the following: A comprehensive kayak briefing before your kayak trip starts. Instruction on the use of sea kayak equipment. Kayak safety briefing along with expected weather and sea conditions in the Abel Tasman. A kayak guide will accompany you for the start of your sea kayak journey to help with kayak technique and give any final advice to make your adventure safe and fun

Freedom Kayak for two days, working your way north from our base in Marahau towards Bark Bay or Onetahuti. Swap your kayak for your pack and spend a day or two walking back.



Freedom kayaking with Kahu Kayaks gives you the independence to see the wonders of the coastline at your own pace. We will equip you with everything you need to have an enjoyable and safe sea kayaking experience, NOTE: for two or more people, Double Kayaks used unless group has uneven number.



All freedom kayaking packages include the following: A comprehensive kayak briefing before your kayak trip starts. Instruction on the use of sea kayak equipment. Kayak safety briefing along with expected weather and sea conditions in the Abel Tasman. A kayak guide will accompany you for the start of your sea kayak journey to help with kayak technique and give any final advice to make your adventure safe and fun

A swing bridge, some seals and an island or two; the Swingers Delight is perfect for those who like a little bit of everything. Jump aboard the water taxi for a ride up into the heart of the park where a walk between Torrent Bay and Bark Bay allows you to enjoy wicked views, lush native bush and the Falls River swing bridge. The Water Taxi will then link you through to Observation Beach for a guided kayak along the southern stretches of the Abel Tasman will see you taking in beaches, caves and tidal lagoons. These delights are all nestled in the sheltered waters between Observation Beach and Marahau.

Freedom kayaking with Kahu Kayaks gives you the independence to see the wonders of the coastline at your own pace. We will equip you with everything you need to have an enjoyable and safe sea kayaking experience, NOTE: for two or more people, Double Kayaks used unless group has uneven number.



All freedom kayaking packages include the following: A comprehensive kayak briefing before your kayak trip starts. Instruction on the use of sea kayak equipment. Kayak safety briefing along with expected weather and sea conditions in the Abel Tasman. A kayak guide will accompany you for the start of your sea kayak journey to help with kayak technique and give any final advice to make your adventure safe and fun!

Freedom kayaking with Kahu Kayaks gives you the independence to see the wonders of the coastline at your own pace. We will equip you with everything you need to have an enjoyable and safe sea kayaking experience, NOTE: for two or more people, Double Kayaks used unless group has uneven number.



All freedom kayaking packages include the following: A comprehensive kayak briefing before your kayak trip starts. Instruction on the use of sea kayak equipment. Kayak safety briefing along with expected weather and sea conditions in the Abel Tasman. A kayak guide will accompany you for the start of your sea kayak journey to help with kayak technique and give any final advice to make your adventure safe and fun!

Freedom kayaking with Kahu Kayaks gives you the independence to see the wonders of the coastline at your own pace. We will equip you with everything you need to have an enjoyable and safe sea kayaking experience, NOTE: for two or more people, Double Kayaks used unless group has uneven number.



All freedom kayaking packages include the following: A comprehensive kayak briefing before your kayak trip starts. Instruction on the use of sea kayak equipment. Kayak safety briefing along with expected weather and sea conditions in the Abel Tasman. A kayak guide will accompany you for the start of your sea kayak journey to help with kayak technique and give any final advice to make your adventure safe and fun!

All aboard the water taxi, as we catch a ride up to the glorious golden beach of Onetahuti. After some quick instruction you’re ready for a morning kayak around this stunning marine-rich environment. Say kia ora to the seals, listen for native bird song, glide past the arches of Tonga and soak up the serenity as we paddle our way down to beautiful Bark Bay. Leave your kayak, wave goodbye to your guide and begin your freedom walk (11.5 kilometres - approximately 3 hours). Enjoy lush coastal forest and the famous Falls River swing bridge on your walk through to Anchorage, where you’ll board your afternoon water taxi home. If you are short on time, or prefer not to walk, you can catch a water taxi directly from Bark Bay back to Marahau after your morning kayak.
This tour has the option of starting at Onetahuti Bay and finishing at Bark Bay for those of you that are already in the Abel Tasman National Park.

Freedom Kayak for three days up to Onetahuti, at the end of day three jump aboard our Abel Tasman water taxi service for the ride home.



Freedom kayaking with Kahu Kayaks gives you the independence to see the wonders of the coastline at your own pace. We will equip you with everything you need to have an enjoyable and safe sea kayaking experience, NOTE: for two or more people, Double Kayaks used unless group has uneven number.



All freedom kayaking packages include the following: A comprehensive kayak briefing before your kayak trip starts. Instruction on the use of sea kayak equipment. Kayak safety briefing along with expected weather and sea conditions in the Abel Tasman. A kayak guide will accompany you for the start of your sea kayak journey to help with kayak technique and give any final advice to make your adventure safe and fun

From Marahau climb aboard the Water Taxi headed for the golden sands of Onetahuti, following some quick kayak instructions, we launch our comfortable stable double kayaks for a magical guided kayak paddle northwards. Along the way we enjoy close encounters with the Abel Tasman resident seal population on the bouldery headlands and sheltered coves of this spectacular slice of coastline. Tides permitting, we’ll show you the delights of Shag Harbour where seal pups frolic playfully in the clear shallow waters. From here our journey heads south and takes us to the remarkable rock formation known as the “Arches of Tonga”. Enjoy the sights while your guide brews a fresh coffee, there’s ample time to take a swim, a short walk or just relax and enjoy the ambiance of this wonderful place. A string of beautiful beaches and enchanting lagoons await us on our paddle south, before we hoist our specially designed spinnakers for an effortless sail into Anchorage Bay. From here it’s back on the water taxi to enjoy the scenic cruise to Marahau via the world famous Split Apple Rock.
This tour has the option of starting at Onetahuti Bay and finishing at Anchorage for those of you that are already in the Abel Tasman National Park.