Falls River
Cruise by water taxi to Torrent Bay. Walk the scenic route to Bark Bay and cross the Falls River Swingbridge.
Availability:
All year round
Summer Departure(s): 9.00am, 10.30am
Winter Departure(s): 9.30am
Trip duration: Full Day
Ideal for: Walking the most scenic section of the Park
Activity level: Moderate
Cruise info: Marahau/Kaiteriteri to Torrent Bay: 45 min. Bark Bay to Marahau/Kaiteriteri 1 hr.
Walk info: Torrent Bay to Bark Bay
From
$76
Falls River
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What’s included in this tour?
Items that are included in the cost of tour price.
- Water taxi fares
Itinerary
- Water taxi from Marahau/Kaiteriteri to Torrent Bay
- Walk from Torrent Bay to Bark Bay
- Water taxi from Bark Bay to Marahau/Kaiteriteri
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