Torrent Bay

  • Torrent Bay has a large tidal lagoon which can be walked across at low tide to save time walking to and from Anchorage, or there is a high tide alternative when this route cannot be accessed

  • Torrent Bay settlement is the largest public settlement in the Park, it is mostly holiday homes

The private land at Torrent Bay is unusual as it is surrounded by national park. The Abel Tasman National Park is the only national park to have residential housing inside its boundaries. There is no road access, so homeowners have to come in by boat or on foot. Even though Torrent Bay has a number of houses there are no shops or services at the bay. The Torrent Bay residents are actively involved in conservation to rid the area of plant pests and animals. At the back of Torrent Bay is a large tidal lagoon which can be walked across at low tide to save time walking to and from Anchorage, or there is a high tide alternative when this route cannot be accessed.
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Torrent Bay and the entrance to the Torrent Bay Inlet

     

    Trips that include Torrent Bay

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    • Pitt Head Walk$62.00

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      Aqua Taxi from Marahau/Kaiteriteri to Te Pukatea Bay and walk the Pitt Head track (1 hr to Anchorage) to meet your return Aqua Taxi.

      Start: Marahau & Kaiteriteri

      Finish: Marahau & Kaiteriteri

    • Beaches and Bays$67.00

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      Water taxi to Bark Bay, Anchorage (3.5 hrs) or Torrent Bay (2.5hrs/by prior arrangement) to meet the boat again.

      Start: Marahau & Kaiteriteri

      Finish: Marahau & Kaiteriteri

    • Falls River$68.00

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      Take a scenic Aqua Taxi from Totaranui to Torrent Bay and then walk north to Bark Bay. Return from Bark Bay on the Aqua Taxi arriving at Totaranui.

      Start: Totaranui

      Finish: Totaranui

    • Seals and Sand$70.00

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      Boat to Onetahuti Bay via the seal colony, walk to Anchorage (4.5 hrs) or Torrent Bay (3.5hrs/by prior arrangement) to meet the boat again.

      Start: Marahau & Kaiteriteri

      Finish: Marahau & Kaiteriteri

    • Three Hour Scenic Cruise$72.00

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      A comprehensive round trip visiting all points of interest along the sparkling bays and golden beaches of the Park. The friendly fur seals of Tonga Island are a highlight.

      Start: Marahau & Kaiteriteri

      Finish: Marahau & Kaiteriteri

    • Totaranui Scenic Cruise$72.00

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      Board at Totaranui for a scenic cruise to Marahau. Bring your lunch or dine at one of the local cafes. Depart Marahau after lunch and return to Totaranui.

      Start: Totaranui

      Finish: Totaranui

    • Dine and Walk$76.00

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      Aqua Taxi to Bark Bay or Onetahuti and then walk to Awaroa Bay (Bark Bay 3hrs, Tonga 1hr) where you may purchase a delicious lunch at the Awaroa Lodge (booking advisable).

      Start: Marahau & Kaiteriteri

      Finish: Marahau & Kaiteriteri

    • Slice of Paradise$77.00

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      Travel the length of the park to Totaranui and back to Bark Bay for a 3.5 hr walk to Anchorage Bay.

      Start: Marahau & Kaiteriteri

      Finish: Marahau & Kaiteriteri

    • Rata Trail$79.00

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      Aqua Taxi to Totaranui, walk to Awaroa (2 hrs) where you can purchase lunch (booking advisable). A highly recommended walk but only possible when low tide falls between 11:00am and 4:00pm.

      Start: Marahau & Kaiteriteri

      Finish: Marahau & Kaiteriteri

    • Coffee and Walk$84.00

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      Catch the Aqua Taxi to Awaroa Lodge for a brunch or early lunch (booking advisable). Depart for Bark Bay and then walk down to Torrent Bay to meet the boat. This trip includes a free coffee from Awaroa Lodge in the summer or our base in the winter.

      Start: Marahau & Kaiteriteri

      Finish: Marahau & Kaiteriteri

    • Remote Getaway$88.00

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      Catch the morning Aqua Taxi to Mutton Cove and walk to Totaranui (2.5hrs).

      Start: Marahau & Kaiteriteri

      Finish: Marahau & Kaiteriteri