Things to do in Marahau

New Zealand·18 bookable experiences

Marahau sits in South Island, New Zealand, and there are 18 bookable experiences there — tours, entry tickets, day trips and transfers. These are the ones Viator ranks highest, with the price, the duration and the cancellation terms on every card, so you can compare before you commit.

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3 Day Kayak & Walk North New Zealand

5.0 (2)3 days

From Marahau to Totaranui and return – it’s an adventure! Spend three days in the stunning Abel Tasman. The first two days see you kayaking from Marahau through to Onetahuti and then the third walking from Onetahuti to…

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Kayak & Walk

4.8 (167)1 day

Spend half a day exploring the southern Abel Tasman by kayak, and half a day exploring the great walk coastal track between Observation and Marahau. This is the original Abel Tasman Kayaks, kayak and walk tour. This…

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Sail, Seals, and Walk Tour in Abel Tasman

4.7 (38)7h 30m

Start your day sailing from Kaiteriteri beach, soaking up the scenery along the stunning coastline, passing the iconic Split Apple Rock and the playful NZ Fur Seal colony. Take in the golden beaches, bays, islands and…

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Remote Marine Reserve - Guided Kayaking - New Zealand

4.8 (18)1 day

Our best one day kayak trip using the tide to explore the best of the park on any given day. Abel Tasman Kayaks is one of only three operators authorised to undertake marine mammal viewing from sea kayaks at Tonga.

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1 Day Freedom Rental

5.0 (12)1 day

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,…

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Oarsome Marine Reserve Kayak Tour

5.0 (42)8h

So much to see in this spectacular one day guided adventure! On a high tide, explore the dreamy depths of Shag Harbour where you can get up close and personal with the resident NZ Fur Seal (kekeno). Kayak to Tonga…

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The Two Gods - Guided Kayak & Unguided Walk - New Zealand

5.0 (2)1 day

This is a fantastic kayak and walk combo in the middle section of the park. Tailoring the start and finish kayaking points around the tide timetable means on any given departure your experience the best part of the park…

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Southern Duo kayak & walk tour

5.0 (26)8h

Highlights: Adele Island Bird Sanctuary, NZ Fur Seals, Coastal Walk Indulge yourself in the two elements, the water (wai) and the land (whenua), of the beautiful southern section. See a magnitude of lush, golden beaches…

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The Family Cruiser

4.9 (245)3h

Join our friendly kayak guides as they share their enthusiasm for this stunning stretch of coast. From Marahau head south on a relaxing exploration of nesting cormorants, sea caves and the world famous Split Apple Rock.…

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Seal Sanctuary Tour - Guided Kayaking - New Zealand

4.8 (10)5h

Morning trip exploring Adele Island and the Seal Colony.Taking you further travel one way by kayak and one way by water taxi. This combination provides ample time to explore the many beaches and islands in the Astrolabe…

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Kayak & Pitt Head Nature Loop - Guided Kayak & Unguided Walk - New Zealand

4.8 (5)8h

Explore from Marahau to Anchorage in a day - walk, kayak and water taxi.On this trip covering the Astrolabe coastline you have a professional guide with you for around 4 hours sharing their knowledge and passion of the…

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1 Day Sea Kayak Rental

5.0 (37)7h

Kayak from Marahau and enjoy the many beaches along the Astrolabe Roadstead. Visit the islands, watch the seals, listen to the birdsong and kayak back to finish in Marahau. MINIMUM 2 PEOPLE PER BOOKING

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Full-Day Freedom Kayak Rental in New Zealand

4.3 (3)1 day

Explore the 12 golden beaches of the Astrolabe area. Experience a day kayaking unguided in the Abel Tasman National Park. You can kayak out and back from Marahau. We provide a safety briefing before you head off.

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3 Day Unguided Kayaking starting in the Abel Tasman National Park New Zealand

5.0 (4)3 days

Park Start, staring in the park ensures you paddle in the same direction as the sea breeze rather than going against it! After a safety briefing, catch a water taxi up to Onetahuti beach in the Abel Tasman National Park…

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Three Day Classic Kayaking in New Zealand

5.0 (8)3 days

If you’re looking for the iconic kiwi adventure, then look no further than a classic, spend three days kayaking the coastline from beautiful Totaranui/Awaroa in the North down to the golden shores of Marahau. On this…

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2 Day Freedom Kayak - Kayak Rental - New Zealand

5.0 (3)2 days

Spend 2 blissful days on the water exploring the Astrolabe and Anchorage area. Experience what is truly magical about the Abel Tasman – spend a stunning night camping in one of the secluded beach-side campsites.

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Unguided 3-Day Freedom Kayak Rental New Zealand

3 days

Camping overnight is what’s special about the Abel Tasman – it will rejuvenate the soul. There is something perfect about this trip. Spend three days kayaking the Abel Tasman National Park. Start and finish in Marahau.

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Lock, Stock & 2 Smoking Paddles

5.0 (16)1 day

This is the original and our most environmentally friendly guided day trip in the park. Start kayaking from Marahau gliding through the tranquil waters of the beautiful Astrolabe Roadstead. Watch for playful NZ Fur…

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