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freedom Kayaking ABEL TASMAN


Freedom kayaking Abel Tasman gives you the independence to see the wonders of the coastline at your own pace. Kahu Kayaks 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!

We are also happy to help with ideas for packing your kayak and trip itinerary.

Basic Freedom Prices

from nzd $99pp

OTHER THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW

1 day
$110
per person
2 day
$160
per person
3 day
$200
per person
4 day
$220
per person
5 day
$240
per person
  • Requires a Minimum of 2 people.
  • Minimum age for freedom kayaking is 14 years when travelling with an adult.
  • Double Kayaks used unless group has uneven number.
  • DOC Camp Passes should be pre-booked, we are happy to help with this.
  • One way kayak hire available Retrieval Costs: $47 Double $41 Single (Passenger fares additional)
  • Full range of camping equipment for hire
  • All kayaks come fully equipped with quality safety gear
  • Important to note that the northern kayak limit is Shag Harbour, so you cannot camp any further north than Onetahuti unless you are walking.

         *Transport available from Nelson and Motueka*
          Please call 0800 300 101 to add to your booking
          Nelson $70 return per person
          Motueka $40 return per person

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1 Day Kayak & watertaxi

From nzd $175 pp

Freedom Kayak your way from Marahau to Anchorage Bay, jump on the water taxi for a ride  back to Marahau

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1 Day Kayak & Walk

From nzd $135 pp

Freedom Kayak your way from Marahau to Anchorage Bay, where you will leave your kayak and walk south back to Marahau or carry on walking north.

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2 Day Kayak & Walk

From nzd $185 pp

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 or carry on walking north.

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2 Day Kayak & water taxi

From nzd $245 pp

Freedom Kayak for two days, working your way north from our base in Marahau towards Bark Bay or Onetahuti. Jump aboard the afternoon water taxi for your scenic ride home.

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3 Day KAYAK & walk

From nzd $225 pp

Freedom Kayak for three days, working your way north from our base in Marahau to Onetahuti. Swap your kayak for your pack and walk back to Marahau or carry on walking north.

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3 Day KAYAK & WATERTAXI

From nzd $275 pp

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.

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what to bring

  • Swimwear
  • Sunscreen
  • Hat
  • Footwear
  • Camera
  • T-shirt
  • Warm top
  • Water bottle and snacks
  • Any personal medication
  • Camping equipment
  • Camp passes
  • Food for trip duration

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Kahu Kayaks welcomes you to the Abel Tasman National Park, our golden piece of Aotearoa. We are a genuine, small kayak hire and kayak tour company, 100% locally owned and operated, with loads of experience taking guided kayak trips in the Abel Tasman.

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0800 300 101 or +64 3 527 8300
info@kahukayaks.co.nz
Kahu Kayaks
325 Sandy Bay - Marahau Rd, Abel Tasman National Park
New Zealand

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