Guided Sea Kayaking Tours in the Abel Tasman

Kayaking the Abel Tasman

Kaiteriteri Kayaks has been showcasing over 50 kilometres of the stunning coastline in the Abel Tasman National Park for more than 20 years. We offer kayak rentals straight off of Kaiteriteri Beach, half day, full day and multi-day guided kayak trips.
With dozens of golden sand beaches to visit, coves and lagoons with plenty of interesting nooks and crannies to explore and a world of sea and bird life encounters with animals such as penguins, seals and dolphins.
With every trip we ensure that: safety is a priority; everyone has a relaxed time in an enjoyable atmosphere, and the beautiful environment is respected. Our trips are about choice guides and good times, not hard work. For lots of laughs join a trip with the locals!

Kaiteriteri Kayak Guided Tour Options:

Kaiteriteri Kayaks – Split Apple Classic – Half Day Guided Kayaking

Price: $90 per person – Child $65 pp – Family $270 (2 X Ad + 2 Child)
Departs: 8:30 am & 1:00 pm
Duration: 3 Hours

Split Apple Classic – Guided kayak – Half Day

Paddle a safe, sheltered section of the Tasman Bay coastline. See lots of good stuff in a small area including islands, caves, beaches and of course Split Apple Rock. Loved by families and the cruiser in all of us for the last nineteen years. Two hours on the water of guided kayaking. an ideal tour for the first timer and those who are looking for ultra cruisy kayaking!

• Kayak from Kaiteriteri to Split Apple Rock
• Kayak back to Kaiteriteri

Kaiteriteri Kayaks – Kayak, Seals and Cruise – Kayak Morning/Cruise Afternoon

Price: $150 per person – Child $95 pp – Family $410 (2 X Ad + 2 Child)
Departs: 8:30 am
Duration: Full Day

** This trip can be down in reverse – Walk in the Morning & Kayak in the afternoon**
After your morning guided kayaking adventure (see Split Apple Classic in the half day section), board the Abel Tasman Sea Shuttle for a scenic cruise visiting a fur seal colony before stopping off at Anchorage. Then walk unguided around the Pitt Head Loop Track (1.5 hours) to enjoy the panoramic views and Te Pukatea Beach or from Anchorage, walk to Cleopatra’s Pool. Catch the 3.45pm Sea Shuttle back to return to Kaiteriteri by 4.30pm. This tour is a cruiser but has it all.

• Join the Split Apple Classic half day guided trip then…
• Sea Shuttle north to Anchorage
• Walk Cleopatra’s Pool or Pitt Head Loop Track
• Sea Shuttle to Kaiteriteri

Kaiteriteri Kayaks – Big Tonga Marine Reserve

Price: $230 per person (age 14+)
Departs: 8:30 am
Duration: Full Day

This ultimate one day experience begins with a scenic Sea Shuttle cruise into the centre of Tonga Island Marine Reserve where we begin our kayaking from Onetahuti Beach. Paddling offshore, we’ll head out to Tonga Island, say ‘Gidday’ to the seals, then make our way back along the coastline, before stopping for a well-deserved lunch on a spectacular beach. We’ll float into Falls River lagoon (tide dependent) then, slowly make our way down to Anchorage where our Sea Shuttle will arrive to collect us or stay overnight and upgrade to the Astrolabe Explorer. Age 14+ years

Kaiteriteri Kayaks – Heart of the Park, Full Day Guided

Price: $215 per person
Departs: 8:30 am
Duration: Full Day

This trip has the best of both. Enjoy a Scenic Cruise to Onetahuti Beach then walk unguided along the Abel Tasman Coastal Track through the lush native forest to Bark Bay where you will be met by one of our choice Kayak Guides. This is where our adventure starts. Kayak & explore the many Beaches and Coves, experience Falls River Lagoon (tide dependent), view the Seals at Pinnacle Island and of course, have boatloads of fun. A fantastic day out. Sea Shuttle back from Anchorage to Kaiteriteri or stay overnight and upgrade to the Astrolabe Explorer for the next day. Age 14+ years

Kaiteriteri Kayaks – Astrolabe Explorer, Full Day Guided

Price: $215 per person
Departs: 8:30 am
Duration: Full Day

A trip with all the trimmings. We start with a Sea Shuttle ride to Anchorage beach and then head south in our kayaks, finishing at Kaiteriteri by late afternoon. Trip highlights include exploring lagoons, kayaking down the ‘Mad Mile’ with the wind and, paddling with seals at Adele Island. We move in the same direction as the prevailing sea breeze which gives us great kayak sailing opportunities. We check out Split Apple Rock on the last run home. Age 14+ years

Kaiteriteri Kayaks – Big Tonga Reserve Overnighter (Multiway)

Price: $245 per person + accommodation
Departs: 8:30 am
Duration: Two Days

Day 1 – Kayak

Experience the Abel Tasman from land and water. Join our popular Big Tonga Overnighter and experience the Park over 2 days. Take the Sea Shuttle from Kaiteriteri to Onetahuti and join our Big Tonga Guided Kayaking trip into the Tonga Island Marine Reserve. Make your way down the coast, exploring Falls River lagoon (tide dependent) and secluded beaches and bays along the way. We’ll discover: Tonga Island Seal Colony, Falls River Lagoon (tides permitting), Tonga Arches, and kayak sailing (weather permitting). After a great kiwi picnic and refreshing swim, we’ll paddle on to Anchorage, where you can either choose from the DOC hut or camping (additional cost). **BOOK YOUR DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION HUT PASS AT WWW.DOC.GOVT.NZ**

Day 2 – Walk
Sleep in and take a relaxed unguided walk from Anchorage south to Apple Tree Bay for a Sea Shuttle pick up at 4pm. This leisurely walk takes about 2.5 hours. Or take a detour and explore Cleopatra’s Pool (add 2hrs) or historic Pitt Head and Te Pukatea Bay (add 1 hr).

Includes:

• Free return bus transfer from Nelson and Motueka to Kaiteriteri
• Two day kayak and walk combos include all Water Taxi transfers.
• Free transfer of your overnight gear to Anchorage.
• A packed lunch is included in the Kayak trip. You supply all other meals.
• Secure free overnight car parking at Kaiteriteri.
• Accommodation and Overnight permits can be arranged with the Department of Conservation (DOC) and is an additional cost. Let us help you book these.

Kaiteriteri Kayaks – Overnight Discoverer (Multiway)

Price: $205 per person + accommodation
Departs: 8:30 am
Duration: Two Days

Start your trip on day one at Kaiteriteri beach. Here we will organise any rental equipment you may need for camping, camp passes, maps and your backpacks to be dropped to Anchorage later that day.