MARLBOROUGH & NELSON TASMAN 2
Blessed with a mild climate, golden beaches and coastal forest, the Abel Tasman Coast Track really does have it all. One of New Zealand’s 10 Great Walks, this track has half or multi-day options which make it ideal for families.
ABEL TASMAN COAST TRACK
Where is it? Abel Tasman National Park, Nelson Tasman region.
Terrain Well-marked and signposted, but some sections may be steep and rough and the track could be muddy. There is one compulsory tidal crossing.
TRACK OVERVIEW
Know before you go
On the first day, cross the Mārahau causeway and walk through coastal forest. The track turns inland and later descends into Anchorage Bay. The next day you will cross the Torrent Bay Estuary and walk through forested areas then return to the coast at Bark Bay.
5 days/4 nights; 60km Medium fitness required
On the third day, walk across Bark Bay estuary or follow the all-tide track. After climbing over Tonga Saddle, descend to Awaroa Inlet. The following day, cross Awaroa Inlet (tidal) and continue along the track, alternating between sandy beaches and rocky headlands, until Whariwharangi Bay. On the last day climb the saddle overlooking the Wainui Inlet. The track goes down to the shore and follows the estuary to Wainui Bay car park.
• Abel Tasman National Park camping at its finest! • Booking office for all park activities • 40 hectares • Farm animals, off‑licence & river swimming • Secure car park • Wireless internet avail • Dorms, cabins & self‑contained studio
Harveys Rd, Marahau R.D.2, Motueka Ph: +64 3 527 8288 • Fax: +64 3 527 8289 Kaiteriteri Lookout © Marlborough Tourism Email: info@oldmacs.co.nz • www.oldmacs.co.nz
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Intermediate tramping track No dogs
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Check tide times for crossing Awaroa Inlet. There are four huts and 19 campsites along the track, which must be booked in advance year round. Get in quick as this track is very popular. Note: 1080 operation at times; some track sections will close. LEFT: Anchorage, Abel Tasman © Tamzin Henderson RIGHT: Heaphy Track © Department of Conservation
TĀKAKA HILL WALKWAY
A lovely well-signposted loop walk with majestic views, beech forest and fascinating rock formations.
Where is it? Start at the Tākaka Hill Summit, 32km from Tākaka Township, 147 Tākaka Hill Highway.
Terrain Tramping trails, gravel roads, farm and 4WD tracks.
2-3hrs; 5.1km Average fitness required Intermediate tramping track No dogs
