Torrent bay abel tasman coastal track

Includes some tops tips on what to take on the hike and planning your trip to ensure you have a great time. Abel tasman coast track abel tasman national park all you. Coastal track abel tasman national park tramping new zealand. It is one of two main tracks through the park, the other being the abel tasman inland track, which stretches for 38 km between tinline bay and torrent bay off the main coastal track. Abel tasman national park coastal walk point 20 coordinates. Before you start this hike ensure you check the tide times, as knowing this could save you some time. A complete guide to hiking the abel tasman track new zealand. For more information see the abel tasman coast track guide. The most important inlets are the ligar, wainui, goat and awaroa bay, the tonga roadstead, bark and torrent bay as well as the astrolabe roadsted and the area around the otuwhero inlet. I hopped off the water taxi onto the beach and headed straight for the track in hopes of beating out the other hikers.

Cruise into the heart of abel tasman national park to disembark at idyllic medlands beach. After rakauroatorrent bay, youll leave the beach and climb gently into lush coastal forest. This makes it ideal for oneway trips into the abel tasman and then a walk back to your vehicle. On day two head out to apple tree bay campsite abel tasman coastal track. Admire the beautiful inlet to falls river as you walk across a 47 m suspension bridge. Torrent bay to bark bay medlands bay abel tasman national. Enjoy the mild climate, golden beaches and lush coastal native bush on the abel tasman coast track. Coastal track abel tasman national park tramping new. There are no fees to complete a day walk on the track or for entry into the abel tasman national park. Currently residing in golden bay as it is, the abel tasman national park borders the golden bay area and so its not too far away at all.

We would like to show you a description here but the site wont allow us. Download its gps track and follow the route on a map. More information can be found on the parks website. Yellow point via abel tasman coastal track nelsontasman. The pristine bays of abel tasman national park are divided by fingers of land that reach out into the ocean and range in width from pinky to palm size. Split apple rock, abel tasman national park, south island. Jan 11, 2018 planning on doing some hiking in new zealand. There is a campsite at torrent bay as well as holiday homes. If the tide is right, it is possible to walk to the granite arches before continuing. We plan to take a water taxi from marehau to some walking start point, walk, and then get picked up by water taxi for the return to. Fees are charged per person, per night to stay in huts and campsites on the abel tasman coast track.

Day 1 bark bay campsite to torrent bay village campsite abel tasman track 7 km from bark bay set out towards torrent bay village keeping the ocean views on the left hand side. The abel tasman national park is one of the most beautiful areas of this amazing country. Water taxi to torrent bay, walk the scenic coastal track to onetahuti 4hrs. Instead of up and down mountains, this one way hike alternates in and out of lush, fernfilled forests, onto beaches of golden sand, and through estuaries that change with the tide. Catch a morning water taxi into the park, checking out the coastline right up to totaranui and back to torrent bay. Abel tasman aquataxi abel tasman new zealands most. Catch a morning water taxi through the astrolabe roadstead into torrent bay. Torrent bay village campsite abel tasman coastal track.

Otherwise, this hightide track about 45 min longer must be used. The coast track at abel tasman is considered one of the best multiday hikes in the world by many, and its not hard to see why once you arrive. Stay in 4 star luxury in the abel tasman national park at awaroa lodge. Abel tasman coast track abel tasman national park 2020. Hiking abel tasman coastal track, new zealand the adventure. Stephens bay track at the southern end leads to dummy bay and stephens bay, while the kaiteriteri bayview lookout at the northern end offers views of breaker bay and honeymoon bay. Abel tasman national park walk torrent bay to bark bay. According to wilsons, the trail between medlands beach and anchorage is the most varied of the coast track with torrent bay being the. Abel tasman coast track new zealand hiking trails tourism. Hiking the abel tasman coastal track in abel tasman national park, new zealand is a unique hiking experience.

Abel tasman classic catch a morning water taxi into the park, checking out the coastline right up to totaranui and back to torrent bay. The coastal track is well sheltered, and with mild weather in all seasons, it is accessible and open throughout th. Guide to walking the abel tasman track kayak new zealand. If you want to make a loop and explore also the lessknown part of abel tasman national park, from marahau you can do the classic abel tasman coast track to wainui bay, and in wainui bay connect to abel tasman inland track, a 41 kilometers long extension going through the unspoiled forest, back to marahau. Oct 10, 2016 abel tasman coast track bark bay to anchorage the walk from bark bay to anchorage is about 11. Torrent bay estuary can only be crossed around 2 hours on either side of low tide. My first visit to the abel tasman area was to torrent bay on my fathers boat in april 1958 and again in december 1961. If you leave 2 hours before or after low tide you can walk across the estuary saving. Walkable beaches do not exist the entire way, and so the trail tends to cross the beaches at the bays before climbing up and over a finger or two and descending back down to sea level. Marahau water taxis provides water transportation services in the abel tasman national park, all year round.

Scheduled sailings depart daily and are a popular way to experience the abel tasman coastal track. A viewing platform shortly up the track offers stunning views over the bay and is the place where the pou whenua of hohaia rangiauru watches over the land. Abel tasman national park coastal track selfguided walk. Join a guided walking holiday following the coastal track through the abel tasman national park in new zealands south island. Paul and i had the most amazing time walking the abel tasman track, it truly is a spectacular spot. May 20, 2019 torrent bay village campsite abel tasman coastal track adjacent to the torrent bay estuary which is either tide in, or tide out, this is a no frills. It extends from marahau in the south to wainui in the north, with many side tracks. Abel tasman coast track, trip information sheet, 10apr2012. Family on the abel tasman coastal track above torrent bay abel tasman national park nelson region south island new zealand. The first part of the track from anchorage to torrent bay is through an estuary, and can only be crossed at low tide. Most of the first day is spent walking through lush coastal forest. Falls river torrent bay abel tasman abel tasman aqua taxi.

There are four tidal crossings on the abel tasman coast track. All streams are bridged and most people can walk it in three to five days with plenty of time to explore. At points it didnt feel like a hike, but a holiday stroll from beach to beach. Day 1 bark bay campsite to torrent bay village campsite abel tasman track 7 km. Rear view of mature man standing with arms raised in sea against cloudy sky at abel tasman coastal track, south island, new zealand. On day one we walked the coastal track from awaroa to medlands beach.

Walk an epic section of the abel tasman coastal track from torrent bay to bark bay 2. Pay your fees by booking the huts andor campsites before you start the track. Located on the northern coastline of the south island, abel tasman is home to one of new zealands multiday walking tracks, aptly named the abel tasman coast track. An impressive 47metre long suspension bridge takes. The abel tasman national park accomodation and activities directory for the beautiful tasman region of new zealand enjoy all things abel tasman, beaches, bays, accommodation, activities, guided walks, water taxis, upcoming events, its all here.

Abel tasman torrent bay to bark bay hiking trail in marahau, nelson new zealand. Find the perfect torrent bay abel tasman stock photo. Crossing awaroa bay was one of our favorite parts of abel tasman coast track as it was fun to walk on the partially wet sea bed, not mentioning. Record your own itinerary from the wikiloc app, upload the trail and share it with the community. The coastal track is well sheltered, and with mild weather in all seasons, it is accessible and open throughout the year. Abel tasman track part 1 torrent bay to awaroa davidfromak. Soak up the sunshine on our abel tasman track tour, as featured in the telegraph, new zealands most relaxed longdistance great walk. Abel tasman coastal track guided walk in new zealand. Abel tasman coastal track abel tasman national park. More recent trips have included the walk from marahau to anchorage with my wife in december 1984 and a day visit with family in january 2003 when we went to torrent bay village by water taxi and walked around to anchorage.

We walked the coastal track over 3 days between xmas and new year 2020 with an unguided package through abel tasman guides. They were fabulous, this is good value for money, all accommodation, transport from and to nelson, most meals, packs transported by sea daily, and good. Because of its easy accessibility for boats, you have the option to walk a portion of the trail for a day or the entire length over 35 days. The huts are comfy enough, the new anchorage hut is five star accommodation, well, outdoors style, the campsites are often near those golden sand beaches. Abel tasman coast track department of conservation. About halfway through the hike, i descended a steep hill into torrent bay village.

Abel tasman national park is new zealands smallest park. The abel tasman coastal classic first began in 1994 and quickly became one of new zealands most popular trail runs. You need several days to complete the entire journey. This is also a great place for kayaking, exploring the wide, empty beaches, and walking on trails amidst a rainforest. Mar 12, 2017 its the moment i will be ticking off the first great walk off my list, this one being, the abel tasman coastal track. Situated in the top left corner of the south island of new zealand, about 1 hour outside the city of nelson, abel tasman has everything going for it in terms of beautiful scenery. The abel tasman coast track is a 51 kilometre 32 miles, easy to moderate walking track that passes through a picturesque landscape of coastal forests and golden sandy beaches. Another sandy beach, a place to rest and fill myself with croissants and bananas. Abel tasman national park traditional favourite from the time when walkers expected to take off their shoes and feel the sand between their toes. Marvel at naturallysculptured granite cliffs and crystalclear waters.

The tidal crossing at onetahuti and awaroa do not have alternate routes. An impressive 47metre long suspension bridge takes you over falls river. Marahau is generally considered the starting point of the abel tasman coast track. A viewing platform shortly up the track offers stunning views over the bay and is the place where the pou whenua of. We have one day to visit abel tasman in february, 2010, and would like to know the most scenic sections. Abel tasman national park best time to visit top tips. Situated in the heart of the abel tasman national park, medlands beach is an idyllic little spot, and a great place to begin your walk on the coastal track. Abel tasman national park is famous for its numerous bays, islands and beaches. The abel tasman coast track is a 60 kilometres long walking track within the abel tasman national park in new zealand. The abel tasman national park is host to one of the nine great walks in new zealand, which happen to be the most popular hikes in the country. Its common to start at the marahau end and walk north but your direction might be better worked out by considering the tides, ie, low tide, and judging when best able to cross the awaroa inlet crossing. Rakauroatorrent bay estuary can be crossed within 2 hours either side of low tide, or you can take the alltide track around it. This route, from anchorage to awaroa, constitutes the heart of the abel tasman coast track, and it gives you a bit of everything. Medlands beach abel tasman national park nelson, new.

Experiencing the abel tasman coastal track one of new zealand s great walks, this track is the perfect way to explore the unmatchable beauty of the abel tasman national park. The abel tasman coastal track goes, err, around the coast of the abel tasman national park, about 65 km by road west of nelson. A picturesque mix of inviting sandy beaches, lush coastal forest and pristine clear streams that tumble into the sea. This is a 7km walk with stunning views, lovely beaches and a swing bridge over the falls river. Depart nelson on your scenicnz coach, travelling through fruit orchards, vineyards, horticultural farmland and hop gardens, along coastal roads and over rolling hills to marahau, the southern end of the abel tasman coast track. Our water taxi base is located close to the entrance of the abel tasman coastal track. Abel tasman coast track is the name of the great walk that winds along the beautiful coastal region of the national park for a total of 60 kilometres. The reputation of the event, the location and its organisation continues to spread via word of mouth and the event continually sells out each year. Located right at the southern entrance to the coastal track, marahau is also known as the abel tasman village. Great walks of new zealand abel tasman coast track. Abel tasman national park tips tourleader new zealand. From here, the coastal track weaves through sunny groves of manuka and fern between breathtaking views of the granite coast and lush gullies of mature forest, to reach tranquil forest pools and. Most visitors chose marahau as the launchpoint for their excursions into the national park because it is located at the entrance to the park and also because it is where most of the commercial water transport and activity operators are based.

Youll then meander through lush coastal forest before being led back to the sea and the idyllic golden sands of bark bay wairima. Seamless private transfers and all transport on and off the track from nelson. Read about my experience here hiking the abel tasman coast track over 3 days. Walk from torrent bay village to medlands beach, crossing the impressive falls river suspension bridge 1520 metres high, depending on the tide. The abel tasman coast track is such a beautiful hike and one that i would recommend. Walk the entire abel tasman great walk from marahau to wainui bay.

The abel tasman track is pure bliss for someone wanting to do a multiday hike thats not too steep, not too long, has paradise views all the way and a water taxi service to take all the hassle out of bags and transport. One day in abel tasman national park earth trekkers. The walk we did was one way, we arrived by water taxi at awaroa bay and walked to torrent bay which was 15. Torrent bay is only accessible by boat, and be prepared to wade ashore as the boat cannot get right up to the beach. To make a booking for torrent bay please call us on 0800 278 282. Hike the entire abel tasman coastal track or just one or two parts to get an idea of this beautiful subtropical paradise of white golden beaches, turquoise blue crystalclear sea, and a lush coastal native bush with huge fern trees. Discover cleopatras pool natural rock pool with a mosslined waterslide. Abel tasman coast track, abel tasman national park. Abel tasman is a hikers paradise with several stages. Abel tasman coastal track tales of travel abel tasman. The abel tasman coastal track is such a well formed track with the most incredible views, a comfortable mild climate, stunning white sandy beaches and gorgeous forests. Mount cook to abel tasman national park 3 ways to travel. If you want to make a loop and explore also the lessknown part of abel tasman national park, from marahau you can do the classic abel tasman coast track to wainui bay, and in wainui bay connect to abel tasman inland track, a 41 kilometers long extension going. Located in abel tasman national park on the south islands northern shores, this familyfriendly great walk showcases the best that the park has to offer.

Marahau water taxis is the only water transport company operating in the abel tasman to have its own general store, camping ground, sea. Walk the full length of the track over three or four days, taking your time to enjoy sun, sand and sea. The abel tasman coastal track is about 50 km long and starts in the marahau valley within sandy bay in the southeast corner of the park. Water taxi to torrent bay, walk the scenic coastal track to bark bay 2. Plan an adventure that suits your ability and schedule. Abel tasman coast track new zealands best walk hiking.