Our Kayaking tour was without doubt our favourite part of our few weeks in NZ - stunning scenery and the chance to get up close with local wildlife (Seals, Shags, starfish, possibly penguins and even Orcas apparently). We did the Southern Blend half day - started with a great ride out on a water taxi out to Observation beach where we waited for the other couple who would be on our tour to join us (they had walked in). Whilst we waited our guide, Troy - who was superb) - fixed us up a coffee, freshly brewed on the beach. When the time gave us to launch he gave us a quick run down on the boats, how to fix the splash deck and a short paddling lesson and then off we went! The tour was relaxing and fun with Troy leading us around the islands in the bay and recounting endless brilliant stories either of the area or his experience. It was such a great afternoon I will remember for years to come. EXTREMELY highly recommended!!
Awesome day. Three hours kayak to Observation beach then 2.5 hour walk back. Beautiful trip with seals swimming near our kayaks. Ryan our guide for the morning trip was really cool .
We did a trip into the park with Kahu. The Abel Tasman was fantastic and had a great time with our guide. Probably one of the best days so far!
Fantastic experience! We did the half day kayak and walk freedom tour. It was just perfect from start to finish. The staff were awesome; friendly and well-informed. They gear provided was good quality and well-maintained. They got us started as soon as we arrived with instructions and a safety briefing and then left us to our own devices.
Really friendly team, good briefing at the start and excellent experience kayaking to Watering Cove via Adele Island to see the fur seals
This is the best location to paddle. We had the best safety instruction I have ever had, filled with humor. Boats were in clean and overall good conditions if you consider that they must be used daily.
We freedom kayaked for one day what came out to be about 6 hours (you have to be back by 4pm) but if you're not having more time in this region and are not often on the water that seems to be enough to me.
You are going to see blue water, golden beaches that are only accessible from the water, rocks with seals on it
One of the best experiences of my New Zealand trip.
Thank you!
And when your arms are tired, you can have one of the best burgers at "the fat tui" which you can find right on the car park.
Did the swingers tour and really enjoyed - nice balance of hiking, boating, and kayaking. Great guide too!
Amber was a great guide. We got lucky with our day. Amazing conditions to go out. Great way to see the marine reserve
We did the full day tour marine reserve tour which was awesome. Our guide Matt was really good, the included lunch was delicious.
The full day kayaking experience was stunning. The staff was kind enough, nice and really fun. I definitely recommend this guys!