• The Two Gods

    The Two Gods

    Also includes:

    • Media Pack included

      Social-ready photos & video

    • Packed lunch included

      Complimentary lunch


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Price

$355pp

Duration

1 Day

On this immersive kayak and walk combo, you’ll experience both sea and land come alive in the vibrant Marine Reserve section of Abel Tasman National Park.

This tide-tailored adventure maximizes your experience in the park’s crown jewel, ensuring you witness Abel Tasman at its absolute finest.

Feel the ancient mana of Tangaroa, God of the Sea, and feel the presence of Tane Mahuta, God of the Forest as you journey through awe-inspiring landscapes where turquoise  waters meet ancient native forests.

Tailored around the tides, this trip is designed to give you the best possible experience on the day—maximising your time in the Marine Reserve and ensuring you see the park at its finest.

We offer two route options based on the tide.

Start Awaroa | Finish Bark Bay

Kayak south from Awaroa with a visit to Shag Harbour—a secluded, otherworldly inlet unlike anywhere else in the park.* Continue along the coastline at the top of the Marine Reserve before landing at Onetahuti Beach. Share a relaxed beachside lunch and stories with your guide, then swap paddles for walking shoes.

Spend the afternoon unguided exploring the Abel Tasman Coast Track between Onetahuti and Bark Bay. This scenic stretch features the historic Tonga Quarry, the tranquil Bark Bay Estuary, and chances to spot the native kākā parrot.

Start Onetahuti/Finish Anchorage

Heading out from Onetahuti via Tonga Island experience the seals frolicking on Tonga Island, Tonga Arches, and tranquil lagoons in the heart of the park. Enjoy lunch at Bark Bay before spending the afternoon walking unguided the Abel Tasman Great Walk Coastal track exploring between Bark Bay and Anchorage. Highlights of this section include the Kaka population, Falls River suspension bridge and the Torrent Bay Lagoon.

🎥 Sneak a preview of the swing bridge, produced by Bare Kiwi.

All of our trips are supported from our purpose-built kayak base, where you’ll have access to complimentary hot showers, Wi-Fi, secure gear storage and carparking, and client transport services. We provide top-quality soft gear, expertly fitted by our guides, along with top-quality kayaks and equipment tailored for your comfort and safety—so you can focus on enjoying the experience.

On this trip covering the Marine Reserve coastline your  professional guide will be with you for around 4 hours sharing stories, local knowledge, and their love for this incredible place – the Abel Tasman. We cater morning tea and lunch designed around your health and energy.

Every trip is unique like each of our clients.

*Start & finish dependent on tide.

Print Itinerary
  • Check-in: 8.15 am
  • Open: 1 Oct – 30 Apr
  • Age: Minimum age is 12 years old. Anyone under 18 must be accompanied by an adult on a 1:1 ratio
  • Food: Includes lunch
  • Paddling: Approximately 2 hours interspersed with breaks. No prior experience required
  • Abel Tasman Great Walk: Approximately 2 hours
  • Water Taxi: Two water taxi cruises
  • Bus: $80 Nelson return, $40 Motueka return operating 1 Oct – 30 Apr. On request outside of these times
  • Media Pack:

    Free social-ready images and video

  • Two Gods with Alt Map - Abel Tasman Kayaks

Awaroa Beach

The perfect start to exploring the Abel Tasman – Water Taxi.

Exploring the Remote Coast

Shag Harbour

A hidden gem in the Abel Tasman.

Falls River Lagoon entrance

This tide dependent trip allows us to explore the lagoons on high tide.

Remote Coastline

Experience the scale of the coastline.

 

Falls River Swing Bridge

Pou whenua of Hohaia Rangiauru

Past Maori chief of Te Ātiawa.

The Two Gods offers a path of golden beaches, native bush, and breathtaking views at every turn.

NZ Fur Seal/Kekeno

NZ fur seals Kekeno can be found at the northern end of the island.

Seal - Abel Tasman Kayaks

Kaka

Kaka New Zealands native parrot have been reintroduced to Bark Bay. They are often heard before they are seen, listen out for their call a harsh rhythmic ‘ka ka’.

Onetahuti Beach

The perfect start to exploring the Abel Tasman – Water Taxi.


Departure Times

Your trip includes an Environmental Access Fee which goes directly towards preserving the Abel Tasman National Park.

Risk Disclosure: For an understanding of the potential risks please click here and read before you book.

Itinerary

  • 8.15 am
    Check in and meet your guide.
    8.30 am
    Water taxi.

    Awaroa - Bark Bay

    9.45 am
    Arrive Awaroa.
    10.45 am
    Kayak from Awaroa to Onetahuti. Total kayak time approx 2 hrs with breaks.
  • 12.45 pm
    Lunch.
    1.15 pm
    Walk from Onetahuti to Bark Bay. Approx 2 hrs, 6.4 km.
    3.15 pm
    Water Taxi to Mārahau.

    Onetahuti - Anchorage

    9.30 am
    Arrive Onetahuti.
    9.45am
    Kayak from Onetahuti to Bark Bay. Total kayak time approx 2 hrs with breaks.

  • Onetahuti - Anchorage

    12.30pm
    Lunch.
    1.00 pm
    Walk from Bark Bay to Anchorage. Approx 3 hrs, 11.7 km (high tide route) or 9.2 km (low tide route).
    3.45 pm
    Water Taxi to Mārahau.

    All

    4.30 pm
    Arrive back in Mārahau.

*Please note: These are an estimate of timings.

What to Bring

Personal water bottle, hat, sunscreen, insect repellent, towel, swimwear, warm top (wool or fleece), wind jacket, walking shoes, a change of clothes, cameras and any medication.

We Provide

A double kayak, buoyancy vest, paddle, spray skirt, paddle jacket, dry bags for cameras and of course an awesome Abel Tasman Kayaks guide.

FAQS

  • Environment Access Fee

    Your trip includes an Environmental Access Fee which goes directly towards preserving the Abel Tasman National Park.

    A portion of your ticket price goes directly towards preserving the unique environment you will enjoy on your trip in the Abel Tasman. This includes the compulsory concession fees paid to the Department of Conversation as well as voluntary contributions to local organisations and projects to improve the environment, ecology and access to the National Park.  Fees are adjusted according to your trip, you can see your contribution when you purchase a ticket.

    Find out more on how we are looking after this special place including our commitment to the Mārahau Pledge.

  • What is the minimum age for guided kayaking?

    Guided customers need to be 12+. Under the age of 18  you need to be accompanied by an adult for all tours excluding Split Apple Classic. The age for Split Apple Classic Guided is 8+ and anyone under the age of 18 needs to be accompanied by an adult.

  • Is food included on our tour?

    Lunch is included in all our guided tours, except for the Split Apple Classic, making it one of the many reasons to join Abel Tasman Kayaks. Summer lunches are a freshly baked roll filled with local produce, a sweet snack and fruit. We also provide fresh plunger coffee, tea and local juice; however, drinks are not included on the Earth Sea Sky trip due to timing. In winter we offer hot seasonal soup, home made bread rolls, fresh plunger coffee and local juice. Vegetarian and dietary requirements can be catered for, please ask at time of booking. Two, Three & Five Day Classic’s & Source to Sea are fully catered. Two Day & Three Day Tiki Tour trips require some catering by you. Check out the trip description to see what meals are required.

  • More FAQ’s

    A full list of our FAQ’s can be found here.

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What our customers say

We booked by phone the day before at 7 p.m.On the day of the event, all participants sat in the water taxi, which was on the boat trailer and pulled by a tractor. About 300m down the road was the ramp into the sea, where the kayaks needed for our trip were loaded onto the water taxi. It was low tide, the tractor dragged the trailer into the sea until the water depth was reached so that the water taxi could start. The journey to the starting point for the kayak trip took about 20 minutes.There was another briefing, the luggage was stowed away in a waterproof manner, and there was also a waterproof bag for the camera/smartphone.On the kayak route, the guide repeatedly explained history, animals, plants and rocks, so it was never strenuous to paddle.At the end of the kayak trip there were vegetarian sandwiches, cake, fruit, juice and coffee/tea for everyone.The hiking route was easy to do in the time and we made the detour down to Sandfly Beach. The pick-up point for the water taxi was clearly marked and so we were back at the starting point after about 8 hours.


Wilko

Superb walk and kayak through the beautiful Abel Tasman! Louisa was a fantastic guide and made sure that everyone was having a great time. Thank you for the yummy recommendation for burgers after! We’ll be dreaming about those brownies for years to come!! thank you all for a fantastic trip!


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Raft up your kayaks, take a breather, and soak it all in - the calm, the colours, the coastline.

Sometimes the best way to explore is to pause, appreciate, and let the adventure settle in around you.

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Most days out here are sunny and golden ☀️ — but every now and then, the rain rolls through. And honestly? It still makes for an awesome trip. 🌧️🌊

The colours pop, and the adventure vibes crank up a notch. Rain or shine, it’s always a good day to explore the Abel Tasman.

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Most days out here are sunny and golden ☀️ — but every now and then, the rain rolls through. And honestly? It still makes for an awesome trip. 🌧️🌊 The colours pop, and the adventure vibes crank up a notch. Rain or shine, it’s always a good day to explore the Abel Tasman.

Golden light, calm seas, and a coastline waking up in the most magical way - and a fresh brew makes it even better. ☕💛🌅✨

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Golden light, calm seas, and a coastline waking up in the most magical way - and a fresh brew makes it even better. ☕💛🌅✨

Happy New Year! ✨ If you’re looking to change it up in 2026, start with an adventure that gets you outside, moving, and inspired.

Swap screens for coastline, deadlines for tide lines, and step into a year where you choose adventure, and the unforgettable. 🌊🌿

Let’s make this the year you explore more.

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Happy New Year! ✨ If you’re looking to change it up in 2026, start with an adventure that gets you outside, moving, and inspired. Swap screens for coastline, deadlines for tide lines, and step into a year where you choose adventure, and the unforgettable. 🌊🌿 Let’s make this the year you explore more.

Explore the Abel Tasman in all its duality — even from the water. 🌿🌊
Where lush bush drops right down to sea level, and every paddle stroke takes you between two worlds.

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Explore the Abel Tasman in all its duality — even from the water. 🌿🌊 Where lush bush drops right down to sea level, and every paddle stroke takes you between two worlds. 📍Abel Tasman National Park . .. ... #abeltasmankayaks #abeltasman #abeltasmannationalpark #nelsontasmannz #NZMustDo #GreatWalksNZ #airnzshareme #natgeotravel #kayakingnz #seakayaking #seakayakingnz #explorenz #southislandnz

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Seasons Greetings from the team at Abel Tasman Kayaks.

Our Sea Bear kayaks are built for adventure — stable, comfortable, and designed to glide smoothly along the Abel Tasman coastline. 🌊🐻

Perfect for multi-day journeys, they carry everything you need while keeping you steady through changing conditions. Whether you’re crossing open bays or exploring hidden coves, these kayaks are all about confidence and capability on the water.

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Our Sea Bear kayaks are built for adventure — stable, comfortable, and designed to glide smoothly along the Abel Tasman coastline. 🌊🐻 Perfect for multi-day journeys, they carry everything you need while keeping you steady through changing conditions. Whether you’re crossing open bays or exploring hidden coves, these kayaks are all about confidence and capability on the water.

Kayaking out the inlet with the push of the tide — nature giving you a little tow on the way to your next adventure. 🌊🚣‍♂️✨

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Kayaking out the inlet with the push of the tide — nature giving you a little tow on the way to your next adventure. 🌊🚣‍♂️✨

Getting ready for another day in paradise ✨

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