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Sail from Kaiteriteri past Split Apple Rock and playful fur seals, land at Anchorage Bay, then walk the Abel Tasman Coastal Track back to Marahau at your own pace. Expect golden beaches, native bush, and clear-water swims on a relaxed 7–8 hour day.
Sail from Kaiteriteri past Split Apple Rock and playful fur seals, land at Anchorage Bay, then walk the Abel Tasman Coastal Track back to Marahau at your own pace. Expect golden beaches, native bush, and clear-water swims on a relaxed 7–8 hour day.
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Operated by Abel Tasman Sailing Adventures · Marahau, Tasman District
The catamaran slips away from Kaiteriteri with salt spray on its bow and the coastline unraveling like a map. Split Apple Rock appears first — a rounded chunk of granite balanced on a blue-green stage — while fur seals pop their heads above glassy bays, daring you to slow down and watch. By late morning you drop anchor at Anchorage Bay: a wide sweep of golden sand backed by native kanuka and rata, the sea urging you toward a swim or a quiet beach lunch.
easy.
7–8 hours.
Suitable for most fitness levels; be comfortable walking 3–4 hours on uneven coastal track and standing on a moving boat.
Free morning transfers from Marahau are provided and all-day parking is available at the National Park entrance; confirm pickup point when booking.
Yes—Anchorage Bay has a safe sandy beach and clear water but always judge sea conditions and swim near others; no lifeguard is provided.
The Abel Tasman Coastal Track is well-signed; the self-guided section to Marahau takes about 3–4 hours with some undulating terrain but is suitable for most walkers.
Children are welcome but must be accompanied by an adult; check age and safety requirements with the operator when booking.
Maori used the Abel Tasman bays for seasonal food-gathering; European charting in the 19th century turned these coves into mapped anchorages for early surveyors and traders.
Abel Tasman is managed to balance recreation with native regeneration—stay on marked tracks, pack out rubbish, and avoid disturbing wildlife to support ongoing conservation.
Abel Tasman Sailing Adventures operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
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