Abel Tasman National Park Nelson, New Zealand Civilised Adventures A family business Welcoming visitors since 1841 Walking Sea Kayaking Beachfront Lodges promise to make your Abel Tasman experience truly memorable. Adult $195, Ch Adult $195, Child 12-14 yrs $155 ds Beach Paddle: 2 hours “Split Apple Paddle” Tonga Island Seals Paddle: 2 hours “Split Apple Paddle” Lunch: BYO or pre-order return return 3.55pm or 5.45pm Cruise: Kaiteriteri - Anchorage Return Kaiteriteri: Paddle the Marine Reserve eaches, BaysCruise: Kaiteriteri - Anchorage Walk: Optional 1½ hours (4 km) (4 km) 20 October to 18 April Available: Extend the day with optional Tonga Walks Isl & SealsWalk: Optional 1½ hours Tonga Island Seals Lunch: BYO or pre-order Lunch: BYO or pre-order Adult $125, Child 10-14 yrs $95 Cruise to Tonga Quarry, discover Kayaking Return Kaiteriteri: 3.55pm or 5.45pm Paddle the Return Kaiteriteri: 3.55pm or 5.45pm Paddle the Marine Reserve the highlights of Tonga Island Area Available: 20 October to 18 April Available: 20 October to 18 April Extend the Extend the day with optional Walks Marine Reserve by kayak. 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Check in Kaiteriteri: 9.10am Apple Rock, Tonga Island Marine Apple Rock, Tonga Island Marine Paddle: 2 hours “Split Apple Paddle” waterfalls, swim or just relax on the beach. Choose how adventurous or relaxed you want your holiday to be. Walking, sea kayaking and boat cruise options are all included. No heavy packs to carry and the comfort of Beachfront, ensuite accommodation at day's end. The best endorsements come from our Guests. Read highlights from recent TripAdvisor.com reviews: “It wasOur a great adventure but the professionalism of the staff made Be Guest... it feel safe as well as exciting!” The Wilson been to this “If you don'tfamily want has to walk forwelcoming the whole visitors day there's thebeautiful option of corner ofaNew Zealand since 1841. 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Read highlights from TripAdvisor.com reviews: Your recent Guide has extensive local knowledge to help you design each day around the tides, weather conditions and boat schedules, so groups different ages, abilities interests canofenjoy a made “It was aof great adventure but the and professionalism the staff holiday itwonderful feel safe as well astogether. exciting!” Check in Kaiteriteri: 9.10am Explore Kaiteriteri Coast, Split Paddle: 2 hours “Split Apple Paddle” Apple Rock, Anchorage, Pitt Head. Cruise: Kaiteriteri - Anchorage return Check in Kaiteriteri:Walk: 9.10am Optional 1½ hours (4 km) Seals Check in Kaiteriteri: 9.10am Lunch: Included take a short bushCruise: walk.Kaiteriteri - Torrent Bay return take a short Kayaking Paddle, Cruise, Walk or Relax Return cruise from Torrent BayTime to Kaiteriteri. Paddle: 4 hours ashore: Varies Return cruise Area Check in Kaiteri Yes, kayakIncluded Pinnacle Island Check in Kaiteriteri:Seals: 9.10am Lunch: Explore Kaiteriteri Coast, Split Cruise: Kaiterite ReturnBay Kaiteriteri: Cruise: Kaiteriteri - Torrent return 5.45pm Rock, Anchorage, Pitt Head. Paddle, Walk or Relax Paddle: 4 hours Paddle, Cruise, Apple Walk or Relax Available: 20 October to 18 April Paddle: Cruise, 4 hours Time ashore: Varies Explore Kaiteriteri Coast, SplitChild 12-14 yrs $155 Seals: Yes, kayak Seals: Yes, kayak Pinnacle AdultIsland $195, Return Kaiterit Return Kaiteriteri: 5.45pm Pitt Head. Apple Rock, Anchorage, Available: 20 Oc Available: 20 October to 18 April Check in Kaiteriteri: 9.10am Beaches, Kayak & Walk Beaches, Kayak & Walk Beaches, Kayak & Walk Perfect Guided Adventure for en - under 5 Free Split Apple Paddle Split Apple families Paddle& first timers. to 14 years (incl) ½ Price the golden beaches, Perfect Guided Adventure for Perfect Guided Explore Adventure for ille Bay islands and hidden coves fringed families & first timers. families & first timers. by lush native forest, along the Explore the golden beaches, Explore the golden beaches, spectacular Kaiteriteri coast to islands and hidden coves fringed islands and hidden coves fringed iconicalong 'Splitthe Apple Rock'. by lush native forest, along the by lush native forest, Check in Kaiteriteri: 9.10am or 1.15pm spectacular Kaiteriteri to 12 noon or 4pm spectacular Kaiteriteri coast to Return coast to Kaiteriteri: TONGA ISLAND Beaches, Bays and Seals iconic 'Split Apple Rock' . iconic 'Split Apple Rock'2. hrs approx. Time ashore: varies Paddle: MARINE RESERVE Cruise to Torrent Bay to explore some of the Check in Kaiteriteri: 9.10am or 1.15pm year Check in Kaiteriteri:Available: 9.10am or All 1.15pm Return to Kaiteriteri: 12 noon or 4pm territory in the Park. Tranquil lagoons, long Return to Kaiteriteri: 12 noon or 4pm Adult $89, Child 10-14 yrs $75 Beaches, Beaches, Bays and Seals Paddle: 2 hrs approx. Time ashore: varies headlands and seals on Pi Paddle: 2 hrs approx. Time ashore: varies forested Cruise to Torr Cruise All to year Torrentbeaches, Bay to explore some of the best kayaking Available: Available: All year Includes lunch on a golden beach, with tim territory in t territory in the Park. lagoons, long golden Adult $89, Child 10-14 yrsTranquil $75 take a short bush walk. beaches, for beaches, forested headlands and seals on Pinnacle Island. Return cruise fromwith Torrent Bay Kaiteriteri. 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History Comes Alive When you visit Abel Tasman National Park, there is a wealth of colourful human history to be revealed. We show you hidden traces of Maori and European exploration and settlement, with informative anecdotes to bring the stories alive. We trace our ancestry back to the first European settlers to the Nelson region in 1841. Guests stay at Meadowbank Homestead – Awaroa, a re-creation of Lynette Wilson’s great-grandparent’s home. From her grandfather’s collections, Lynette has preserved many personal records and photographs of the early Awaroa settlers. Many of these artefacts are on display for guests at Meadowbank. Covering seven generations of her own family’s personal stories, Lynette Wilson has captured the romance and hardship of early European settlement in her book “Awaroa Legacy”. Copies of her book are available to read in our Lodges and can be purchased from our office or website. “This is the expression of a family’s pride in their own past and the work that has been done to preserve their stories and life experiences for future generations. The judges (Tasman District Council Cultural Heritage Award 2003) would like to congratulate Abel Tasman Wilson’s Experiences Ltd for the dedication they have shown to preserving the cultural heritage of the area.” A Unique Natural Heritage Let us introduce you to a diverse native forest, ranging from ancient fern-filled grottos to sunny groves of Kanuka showing the remarkable regenerative powers of our forests recovering from historic farming practices. Explore from golden, tree-lined beaches protected by startling granite headlands, to mountain streams cascading through untouched Beech and Podocarp forest. The diverse habitats of the area provide shelter for many of New Zealand’s native forest, estuarine and sea birds. A highlight on the coast is watching the antics of seal pups in the Fur Seal colony at Tonga Island. Another special treat is the possibility of spotting a Little Blue penguin or a school of Bottlenose or Dusky dolphins. In small groups, following strict Department of Conservation guidelines and keeping environmental impact to a minimum, our team will reveal the hidden wonders of the Park to you. Wilsons KAYAK, WALK, BOATS & LODGES ABEL TASMAN NATIONAL PARK TM Our Beachfront Lodges On all our inclusive holidays, nights are spent staying On all our inclusive holidays, nights are spent staying in our in our lodges right on the beach within the boundaries lodges right on the beach within the boundaries of the Park, of the Park, ideally located to explore the length of the ideally located to explore the length of the spectacular spectacular Tasman Bay coast. Tasman Bay coast. 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Share stories with fellow travellers or take a moonlit stroll Share stories with a moonlit stroll along the beach to fellow gaze attravellers the stars.orBetake lulled to sleep by the along the beach to gaze at the stars. Be lulled to sleep by tides, then awake to birdsong and breakfast served the tides, then toby birdsong overlooking theawake gardens the sea.and breakfast served overlooking the gardens by the sea. Built as eco lodges from sustainable and recycled wood Built as eco lodges fromtechnologies sustainable for andefficient recycled wood sources, using the latest power sources, using the latest technologies for efficient power generation and water use, enjoy guilt-free indulgence with generation and water use, enjoy guilt-free indulgence modern facilities. Central heating and open fires ensure yearwith roundmodern comfort.facilities. Central heating and open fires ensure year-round comfort. We take care of the details so you can switch off and enjoy. We take care of the details so you can switch off and enjoy. “A truly stunning location and, spacious, spotless and very comfortable accommodation. We arrived damp and tired following a day's walking to be welcomed with hot drinks, clothes drying facilities, an open fire and delicious food. We felt we were house guests rather than simply paying customers. It doesn't get much better than this.” Independent review on Trip Advisor Kaiteriteri The Torrent Bay Lodge experience: Sitting just above the tideline, Torrent Bay Lodge retains all the charm of our family's relaxed holiday home on the edge of a golden beach. Extended and refurbished, mellowed with natural timbers and decorated with a nautical theme the Lodge now includes thirteen twin/double ensuite guest rooms and casual dining/living room with French doors opening out to a sundeck on the beach. The Lodge captures stories of sea faring adventures with each room named after a ship that is part of the nautical heritage of the coast. Three generations of our family have been helping visitors explore the fascinating Torrent Bay inlet from our beach Torrent Bay Lodge house for over 40 years. Welcome to our favourite place. Meadowbank Homestead - Awaroa Originally built in 1884 by William and Adele Hadfield, Meadowbank was the envy of early European settlers, located on the "finest site in Awaroa Bay" to capture the stunning panoramic views and all-year-round sun on the edge of the inlet. Over a century later, the Hadfield's great-granddaughter, Lynette Wilson and her family, rebuilt Meadowbank using period windows, door and timbers to capture the essence of the stately original home. Thirteen twin/double ensuite guest rooms include all the comforts of modern living, set in the original homestead gardens of native trees and English flowers. Each room is named after a member of William and Adele Hadfield's family who lived in the original homestead. The rooms are decorated with treasured mementos and photographs relevant to each family member. Check today's view from Meadowbank Homestead at www.AbelTasman.co.nz/webcams Totaranui Torrent Bay Lodge Meadowbank Homestead - Awaroa Meadowbank Homestead - Awaroa Separation Point Walk Abel Tasman Coastal Track Day 1 Pukatea Loop 1½ hrs (4 kms) Totaranui to Awaroa 2 hrs (7 kms) Totaranui Before you travel with us, please call our office (0800 221 888 freephone within New Zealand) to confirm where you will be staying so we can arrange delivery of your overnight luggage bag and bus pick up. All trips Awaroa Day 2 - Explore Awaroa Up to 4 hrs (8 kms) Tonga Island Marine Reserve MEADOWBANK HOMESTEAD Onetahuti Day 1: Coach transfer from Nelson or Motueka. Time for last-minute luggage organisation at our office. Day packs available to borrow or buy. Safe storage for excess baggage and valuables. Off-street parking. Final Day: Our coach meets you at Marahau or Kaiteriteri to transfer you to our Motueka office, then to the airport or your accommodation in Motueka or Nelson. (See Frequently Asked Questions for times) Walking each day is optional. If you don’t wish to walk you are welcome to travel on any of our scheduled boat services. Five Day Walk It’s all here waiting Day 3 - Awaroa to Torrent Bay 5-6 hrs (17 kms) Bark Bay • Five days to walk the length of the Abel Tasman Coastal Track from Totaranui to Marahau. • Includes two days to explore further into the National Park, try an introduction to sea kayaking or simply relax on the beach. • Two nights at each of our two Beachfront Lodges. Day 1 TORRENT BAY LODGE ay tB n re Tor orage h An c Day 4 - Explore Torrent Bay up to 5 hrs (10kms) Nelson / Motueka to Awaroa via Totaranui • Cruise the azure waters of the coast, Kaiteriteri to Totaranui (2 hrs). • Lunch at Totaranui then relax on the beach or explore the Pukatea Loop (1½ hrs / 4 kms). • Walk through isolated northern forest and along spectacular beaches to historic Meadowbank Homestead - Awaroa (2 hrs / 7kms). Day 2 ste ad Watering Cove As tro la be Ro ad Day 5 - Torrent Bay to Marahau 4 hrs (13 kms) Day 3 Marahau Day 1 Cruise Kaiteriteri to Totaranui - 2 hrs Kaiteriteri Sealed Roads Other walking Tracks Rivers To Motueka & Nelson Explore Awaroa • Walk up to 4 hrs (8 kms) or sheltered water kayaking (tides permitting). • Relax or explore the largest tidal estuary in the Park. • Visit early European and pre-European historical sites. • Enjoy the comforts of Meadowbank Homestead – Awaroa on the beach, surrounded by living history. Awaroa to Torrent Bay • Total walking time approx. 6 hrs (17 kms). • Walk from Awaroa over the Tonga Saddle to Onetahuti. • Relax on the golden sand beach flanked by impressive granite headlands. • Visit Tonga Quarry historic site. • Stop for lunch at Bark Bay with time to relax, explore, swim or sunbathe on the golden sand. • In the afternoon, enjoy a succession of magnificent views of headlands, estuaries and beaches, framed by native forest. • Cross the swing bridge at Falls River then continue on the treelined track to Torrent Bay Lodge. Day 4 Explore Torrent Bay Walk up to 5 hrs (10 kms) or canoe (tides permitting). Options include: • Walk through breathtaking first generation forest, up to the waterfalls on Falls River; • Canoe in the estuary or walk to tranquil Cleopatra’s Pool; • Walk to the protected golden beaches of Anchorage & Te Pukatea and visit historic Maori sites at Pitt Head; • Relax and enjoy the beach-side character of Torrent Bay Lodge. Day 5 Torrent Bay to Motueka / Nelson • Total walking time approx. 4 hrs (13 kms). • Well graded final section of track with spectacular views across Tasman Bay to Nelson and the Marlborough Sounds. • Stop for lunch at a protected golden beach with views to Adele and Fisherman's Islands. • Our bus awaits at Marahau: the end of the coastal track. Three Day Walk If time is short • Three days to walk the length of the Coastal Track from Marahau to Totaranui. • One night at each of our two Beachfront Lodges. Itinerary is the same as days one, three and five of the 5-Day Walk, and may be reversed on some departures. Two Day Walk For those on a tight schedule We would strongly recommend that you join us for a minimum of 2 nights to truly experience the Park. Two-day/one-night Walks are available on request. We will discuss your requirements and suggest the best itinerary based on interests and available date. Pricing ($NZ): Includes GST (currently at 15%) Children 8-14 yrs incl. (under 8 on request) Rates valid 20 October 2010 to 19 October 2012 5 Day Trip...................... Adult NZ $1910 ............. Child NZ $1340 3 Day Trip...................... Adult NZ $1350 ............. Child NZ $ 945 2 Day Trip...................... Adult NZ $815 ................ Child NZ $ 570 Departures: 5 Day Trips:................... Tuesday 3 Day Trips:................... Monday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday .......................................... (Southbound) .......................................... Wednesday (Northbound) 2, 4 & 5 Day Trips ... Departure dates can be customised Please note direction of travel may be reversed for some departures. “I was concerned about being part of some kind of rigid formulaic ‘group tour’. Nothing could have been more different.” Separation Point Day 1 Walk - Pukatea Loop 1½ hrs (4 kms) Walk - Totaranui to Awaroa 2 hrs (7 kms) Totaranui Awaroa Day 2 - Explore Awaroa Up to 4 hrs (8 kms) MEADOWBANK HOMESTEAD Day 3 - Walk Awaroa to Onetahuti Tonga Island 1½ hrs (5 kms) Marine Reserve Onetahuti Tonga Island Marine Reserve Day 3 - Kayak Onetahuti to Torrent Bay 4 hrs (10 kms) Bark Bay The Sea Kayaking Experience When sea and weather conditions are calm, sea kayaking is easy. Abel Tasman is renowned for its protected coast but it is impossible to guarantee conditions. It might be necessary to paddle against the wind to the nearest beach. Our guides provide full training. If their instructions are followed, kayaking is safe and fun. Double kayaks are used for stability and the advantage of having two people sharing the paddling effort. If you are not enjoying the experience you are welcome to join the guided walk or travel on one of our boats. Your guide can plan each day to suit. Before you travel with us, please call our office (0800 221 888 freephone within New Zealand) to confirm where you will be staying so we can arrange delivery of your overnight luggage bag and bus pick up. All trips Day 1: Coach transfer from Nelson or Motueka. Time for last-minute luggage organisation at our office. Day packs available to buy or borrow. Safe storage for excess baggage and valuables. Off-street parking. Final Day: Our coach meets you to transfer you to our Motueka office, then to the airport or your accommodation in Motueka or Nelson. (See Frequently Asked Questions for times) Five Day Sea Kayak and Walk TORRENT BAY LODGE y Ba nt e e r Tor orag h An c Day 4 - Explore Torrent Bay up to 5 hrs / 10 kms ste ad Watering Cove The best of everything • Two days sea kayaking the protected Southern Bays. • One day walking the spectacular isolation of the Northern beaches. • Two days to explore further into the National Park, or relax and enjoy the comforts of our Beachfront Lodges. • Two nights at each of our two Beachfront Lodges. Day 1 Nelson / Motueka to Awaroa via Totaranui • Cruise the azure waters of the coast, Kaiteriteri to Totaranui (2 hrs). • Lunch at Totaranui, relax on the beach or explore the Pukatea Loop (1½ hrs / 4 kms). • Walk through isolated northern forest and along spectacular beaches to historic Meadowbank Homestead - Awaroa (2 hrs / 7 kms). As tro la be Ro ad Day 5 - Kayak Torrent Bay to Kaiteriteri 4½ hrs (12 kms) Marahau Day 2 Day 1 Cruise Kaiteriteri to Totaranui - 2 hrs Kaiteriteri Sealed Roads Other walking Tracks Rivers To Motueka & Nelson Sea Kayak and Walk Abel Tasman Coast Explore Awaroa • Walk up to 4 hrs (8 kms) or sheltered kayaking. • Relax or explore the largest tidal estuary in the Park. • Visit early European and pre-European historical sites. • Enjoy the comforts of Meadowbank Homestead – Awaroa on the beach, surrounded by living history. Day 3 Awaroa to Torrent Bay • Walk over the Tonga Saddle to Onetahuti (1½ hrs / 5 kms) where your guide will settle you into your kayaks for a full training session. • Sea Kayak from Onetahuti to Torrent Bay, stopping for lunch on a golden beach along the way (4 hrs / 10 kms). • If conditions allow, visit the seal colony at Tonga Island. Day 4 Explore Torrent Bay Walk up to 5 hrs (10 kms) or canoe (tides permitting). Options include: • Walk through breathtaking first generation forest, up to the waterfalls on Falls River; • Canoe in the estuary or walk to tranquil Cleopatra’s Pool; • Walk to the protected golden beaches of Anchorage and Te Pukatea and visit historic Maori sites at Pitt Head; • Relax and enjoy the beach-side character of Torrent Bay Lodge. Day 5 Torrent Bay to Motueka / Nelson • Beach hop from Torrent Bay to Kaiteriteri or Marahau depending on tides and weather conditions (4 hrs / 12 kms). • Visit offshore islands and explore hidden coves. • Your bus awaits for transport to Motueka or Nelson. Three Day Sea Kayak and Walk If time is short • Two days sea kayaking the protected Southern Bays. • One day walking the spectacular isolation of the Northern beaches. • One night at each of our Beachfront Lodges. Itinerary is the same as days one, three and five of the 5-day Sea Kayak and Walk, and may be reversed on some departures. Two Day Sea Kayak For those on a tight schedule • Sea kayak the protected Southern bays between Onetahuti and Kaiteriteri. • One night to enjoy the comfort of Torrent Bay Lodge on the beachfront. • Launch cruise Onetahuti - Kaiteriteri. Pricing ($NZ): Includes GST (currently at 15%) No Child rate for sea kayaking, minimum age 12 years Rates valid 20 October 2010 to 19 October 2012 5 Day Trip...................... Adult NZ $2030 3 Day Trip...................... Adult NZ $1470 2 Day Trip...................... Adult NZ $935 Departures: 5 Day Trips:................... Tuesday 3 Day Trips:................... Monday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday .......................................... (Southbound) .......................................... Wednesday (Northbound) 2, 4 & 5 Day Trips ... Departure dates can be customised Please note direction of travel may be reversed for some departures. “What a fantastic breakaway. Total relaxation, fantastic scenery, wonderful guides and hospitality at the Lodges. What more could you want!” Frequently Asked Questions What time do we start and finish? Please call 0800 223 582 to confirm pick up point and time. Coach pick up: Nelson 10.30 - 11.00 am or Motueka 11.40 am. Meet at our Motueka Office 11.45 am. Wednesday Departures Only: Nelson pick up 7.30 - 8.00 am. Motueka meeting 8.30 am. Final Day: Return to Motueka by 4.00 pm and Nelson by 5.00 - 5.30 pm. If these times do not suit, please contact us to personalise your start/finish times. What’s the weather like? Check our website for live webcam images. The Abel Tasman region enjoys New Zealand’s highest number of sunshine hours. Rainfall is low and spread through the year. Summer daily temperatures range around 13-25˚C. Winter daily temperatures range 4-15˚C and are usually very calm, sunny, crisp and clear – ideal for both walking and kayaking. When is the best time to visit the National Park? Abel Tasman National Park is accessible year round. The coast is always at its best. Most native trees are evergreens, so all seasons are colourful. Sea breezes in summer and sun in winter keep temperatures within a comfortable range. Should I book the Walk or Kayak and Walk Trip? If you’re going to try kayaking, this is the place to do it. There is the ability to opt out along the way and join the walk if you find kayaking not to your liking. Sea kayaking requires specialist guides and equipment so must be booked at least 24 hours in advance. If unsure – book our 5 Day Walk as this includes optional sheltered water kayaking on days 2 & 4. How hard will it be? Abel Tasman National Park Coast Track is well formed and well graded - no point higher than 200 metres. For Sea Kayaking, average upper body strength but no experience is necessary. Your guide provides comprehensive training. We can adjust the amount of walking or kayaking that you do each day. Perhaps a few training walks or paddles would be helpful if you are out of practise. Do I have to carry a pack? No need to carry heavy packs. You carry only lunch, water and personal requirements in your own day pack or borrow/buy one from us on the morning of departure. What happens to my luggage? Your overnight luggage is transported to our lodges by boat. Therefore, we do require you to re-pack your luggage into an overnight bag that we supply (sports bag 47cm x 35cm x 25cm). Please line these bags with plastic before you pack them. If we know where you are staying the night before your trip with us, this bag will be delivered to your accommodation. On the first day of your trip at our Motueka office, you will be fully briefed and there is time for last-minute luggage organisation. We have a lock-up for excess luggage, and a safe for valuables. What happens to my car? We will direct you to off-street parking from our Motueka office on the first day of your trip. What meals are included? From morning tea on Day 1 to lunch on your final day: full breakfast, morning and afternoon tea, packed lunch and dinners are created by your host to include as much organic and free-range produce as possible. Fresh fruit available at all times. A selection of regional wines and beer can be purchased at each lodge. We run a bar tab for you, so there is no need to carry money. Why Travel With The Wilsons? Local knowledge and experience We are direct descendants of the first European settlers to this region. With eight generations of experience, we have a commitment to showing you the best of Abel Tasman National Park whilst preserving its unique beauty for future generations. Variety and flexibility Can’t find your ideal itinerary in our brochure? We can personalise a holiday to suit your interests, abilities and schedules - Please contact us to discuss. We operate year round Some of our best trips and itineraries for special-interest groups, weddings, parties and team-building retreats take place in the quieter months, April to September. Guided or Unguided Our trips are accompanied by a Guide who is there to help you make the most of your day and can entertain you with a wealth of stories to interpret the rich cultural and natural history of the area. Their comprehensive training has an emphasis on fun but they take your safety seriously. You are welcome to walk on your own, or relax at our Beachfront Lodges. Walking, Sea Kayaking or Relaxing As the only company in Abel Tasman National Park operating Beachfront Lodges, Vista Cruise, Vigour Water Taxis, Guided Sea Kayaking and Walking we can design the perfect holiday for you. If you are part of a group, you can each book the option that suits your interests and abilities, either our Walking or Sea Kayak and Walk Trip. Your Guide can adjust the amount of kayaking or walking to help you make the most of each day. There is always the choice to simply relax on the beach and catch one of our scheduled boat services to all meet up at day’s end. All trips include a boat cruise View this spectacular granite coast from another dimension. Your trip starts (Southbound) or finishes (Northbound) with a boat cruise, including full commentary. Travel past spectacularly sculptured headlands and offshore islands with views across Tasman Bay to Nelson and D’Urville Island. Visit the seal colony on Tonga Island. Watch out for sea birds. If you are lucky, you might see penguins and dolphins. Aboard the Vista Cruise there are hot drinks, covered or open deck areas and bathroom facilities. Environmental Awareness We have a strict environmental policy, aiding Department of Conservation and local communities to preserve the unique cultural and natural features of our special coast. • We are founding members of the Abel Tasman Birdsong Trust set up to remove pest species and encourage bird breeding to fill the park with birdsong. • Small groups ensure minimal impact on the wilderness environment • Vista Cruise, state of the art catamaran designed to minimise effects on the national park environment • Eco Lodges, built from recycled timber and wood from renewable forests, use less power to provide modern comforts • Solar assisted power generation • Rubbish removal and bio-tech sewerage systems minimise waste. • Locally sourced ingredients prepared onsite to create great meals. What To Bring Payment and Conditions Items marked * are available to buy at our office Bring quick-dry clothing, if possible: thermal fibres, polar fleece or wool. Avoid cotton, especially denim, for hiking or kayaking. Final Payment - Due 60 days prior to tour departure date. Cancellations: 91+ days prior to departure – no cancellation fee. 90-60 days prior to departure - NZD100.00 per person 59-30 days prior to departure - 30% of total package cost 29-10 days prior to departure - 50% of total package cost 9-0 days prior to departure - 100% of total package cost After tour commencement - no refund available. provide on kayaking trips: Guide, camera bag, technical & safety gear. Lunch on Beaches, Bays & Seals - other trips, BYO or pre-order when booking $18. provide: Towel, Hat, sunscreen, warm top, (plus polypropylene thermals if you have them), swimsuit, change of clothes, walk shoes. Adult $158, Child 12-14 yrs $110 Check in Kaiteriteri: 9.10am Paddle: 2½ hours Seals: Yes, Tonga Island Walk: ½ to 2½ hrs unguided Bark Bay’s Cruise: Kaiteriteri - Tonga & Medlands - Kaiteriteri our favourite Lunch: BYO or pre-order when booking $18 walk Available: All year Return to Kaiteriteri: 3.55pm (or 5.45pm - 20 Oct to 18 April) A discount to the value of the cancellation fee charged, minus $100 Administration Fee per person, may be applied to a future Walk or Sea Kayak booking made within 3 years of the departure date. The discount will apply to the specific person/persons covered by the original booking and to each season’s advertised brochure price. Paddle, Cruise, Walk or Relax Explore Kaiteriteri Coast, Split Apple Rock, Anchorage, Pitt Head. Beaches, Kayak & Walk Adult $89, Child 10-14 yrs $75 Check in Kaiteriteri: 9.10am or 1.15pm Return to Kaiteriteri: 12 noon or 4pm Paddle: 2 hrs approx. Time ashore: varies Available: All year Tonga Island Seals Adult $195, Child 12-14 yrs $155 Check in Kaiteriteri: 9.10am Lunch: Included Cruise: Kaiteriteri - Torrent Bay return Paddle: 4 hours Time ashore: Varies Seals: Yes, kayak Pinnacle Island Return Kaiteriteri: 5.45pm Available: 20 October to 18 April Cruise to Torrent Bay to explore some of the best kayaking territory in the Park. Tranquil lagoons, long golden beaches, forested headlands and seals on Pinnacle Island. Includes lunch on a golden beach, with time to relax or take a short bush walk. Return cruise from Torrent Bay to Kaiteriteri. Beaches, Bays and Seals Perfect Guided Adventure for families & first timers. Explore the golden beaches, islands and hidden coves fringed by lush native forest, along the spectacular Kaiteriteri coast to iconic 'Split Apple Rock'. Travel insurance is strongly advised. Wilsons Abel Tasman - the trading name of Abel Tasman Wilson’s Experiences Ltd. Split Apple Paddle Imagine paddling one of our stable double kayaks through crystal clear waters. Your Guide gives full training, then helps you make the most of your day to suit abilities, weather and tides. • ALL food (see Frequently Asked Questions) • Share twin/double accommodation with ensuite bathroom • Bedding and towels at lodges • Lodge luggage bag (yours to keep) and luggage transfers • Use of a Day Pack Meadowbank MeadowbankHomestead Homestead • Boat cruise Awaroa AwaroaBay Bay • Bus transfers to and from Motueka or Nelson • For kayakers, all technical and safety equipment is provided, including stable double kayaks, water resistant paddling tops, buoyancy vests, dry bags. Check in Kaiteriteri: 9.10am Paddle: 2 hours “Split Apple Paddle” Cruise: Kaiteriteri - Anchorage return Walk: Optional 1½ hours (4 km) Lunch: BYO or pre-order Return Kaiteriteri: 3.55pm or 5.45pm Available: 20 October to 18 April As well as a wonderful holiday experience, with skilled, friendly guides, chefs and boat crew, we supply: Adult $125, Child 10-14 yrs $95 We Supply Stay Stay Longer Longer Kayak, Seals & Walk Conditions - All departures are subject to a minimum of 4 people. Prices are subject to tariff increase. The operators reserve the right to alter, amend or cancel any tour should weather or any other situation demand this. Wilsons Abel Tasman finalise all tour arrangements upon the express condition that they will not be liable for any injury, damage, loss, accident, delay or irregularity which may be occasioned, either by reason of weather, or any defect in vehicle, vessel or aircraft or through the acts or defaults of any company or persons engaged in conveying passengers or in carrying out the arrangements of the tours. PLEASE DO NOT BRING: jewellery or valuables. These can be left in safe storage in our office. No cash required at our lodges (bar tabs can be paid at our office at the end of your trip). CELL PHONES: coverage is intermittent and not available in Awaroa Bay. Paddle, Cruise, Walk, Seals Explore Kaiteriteri Coast, Split Apple Rock, Tonga Island Marine Reserve, Bark Bay. Paddle the Marine Reserve Extend the day with optional Walks Cruise to Tonga Quarry, discover the highlights of Tonga Island Marine Reserve by kayak. Enjoy the antics of NZ fur seals and sea birds. Take a lunch break on the golden sands then paddle to Medlands Beach to rejoin the 2.40pm Vista Cruise. Explore Bark Bay by taking the 4.45pm Cruise from Medlands Beach: walk to the waterfalls, swim or just relax on the beach. Walk 2 hours to Torrent Bay for our 4.55pm pickup. Lodge Luggage Bag • Underwear, including socks and sleepwear • Spare set of hiking clothes • Casual evening clothes, including a warm layer for cool evenings • Light lodge shoes (slippers) • Personal toiletries • Flashlight/torch* NO HAIRDRYERS PLEASE.They drain our generated electricity supplies. Battery chargers and electric razors are O.K. Check in Kaiteriteri: 9.10am Paddle: 2 hours “Split Apple Paddle” Cruise: Kaiteriteri – Tonga Quarry Return 4.45pm from Medlands - Kaiteriteri Seals: Yes from boat at Tonga Island Walk: 2 hours unguided Lunch: BYO or pre-order Return Kaiteriteri: 5.45pm Available: 20 October to 18 April • Essential personal medication • Sandshoes or sports sandals for tidal crossings (they will get wet). Jandals (flip-flops, scuffs, thongs etc.) are NOT suitable • Comfortable sports/hiking shoes • Waterproof parka with hood (disposable rain coat*) • Warm sweater or polar fleece* • Kayakers will need a change of clothing • Swim wear and towel* (optional) • Sun hat*, sunscreen* and insect repellent* • Sunglasses • Lunch and water bottle (supplied by us) • Camera and film (waterproof disposable camera*) • To reduce litter, no tissues or paper towels. 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