Southern Exposure

KAYAK: Mārahau to Observation Beach WALK: n/a

$200.00 pp

Half Day

Highlights: NZ Fur Seals, Adele Island Bird Sanctuary

Enjoy a half day kayaking tour, taking in the breath of the southern coastline. This serene stretch of water encompasses an amazing amount of golden sand beaches and the phenomenon of Adele Island – Abel Tasman’s very own bird sanctuary and home to an abundance of NZ Fur Seals (kekeno). Once you’ve reached your destination of Observation Beach relax on board a water taxi back to Mārahau.

* Morning or afternoon tour. The afternoon half day will operate in reverse order.

* Family price available - see tour information

Maimoa – Cherish

Prices: Adult $200pp, Child $160pp (under 16 years) Incl: EAF

Family Price: $680 (2 adults, 2 children) Incl: EAF

Check In: 8.30am or 11.30am

Group Size: Maximum 8 people (larger groups on request)

Lunch: Optional – add $25pp

Departs: Twice daily (Closed 25th Dec, 1st Jan & 1st May - 30th Sept)

Age: 10+ (under 16 need to be accompanied by adult on a 1:1 ratio)

Kayak: Mārahau to Observation Beach (approx 2.5 hours)

Water Taxi: One taxi ride

Bus: $70pp Nelson return.  $40pp Motueka return

Walk: Nil

What to bring:

Please bring with you a water bottle, sunscreen, hat, insect repellent, swim suit or fast drying clothing (avoid pants or jeans), warm jacket (avoid cotton – wool or fleece is best), change of clothes, towel, walking shoes or walking sandals, any personal medication you may require and of course don’t forget your camera.

What we provide:

Top quality double sea kayak, buoyancy aid, spray skirt, paddle jacket, paddle, waterproof map, all safety gear required, food (when included), dry bag for cameras and of course one of our superstar guides.

R&R Kayaks is the product of a dream. We've developed R&R from scratch, ensuring everything is the way it should be. Our Equipment is top of the line and the highest quality. Our base is clean, tidy and purpose built. Our guides are some of the best, hand-picked by us. Our tours are designed to showcase the highlights of the park and our kayak rentals give you the flexibility to do it your way.

We have an extremely high level of customer service with Trip Advisor Excellence Awards and we're the winners of the Start Up Business Award for Nelson/Tasman.

We believe it's the little things that count. With a fine eye for detail, we've thought of everything!

We stand by our high quality product and high level of customer service. So much so that we put our names behind it - we are Rets & Ro.

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