Heart of the Park
Cruise by water taxi to Torrent Bay. Walk the scenic coastal track to Onetahuti, including the iconic Falls River swing bridge. Book Now
All year round
9.00am
9.30am
Full Day
Walking in the heart of the Park
Moderate
Marahau/Kaiteriteri to Torrent Bay: 45 min. Onetahuti to Marahau/Kaiteriteri 1 hr 15 min.
Torrent Bay to Onetahuti
From $106
Heart of the Park
Aqua Taxi into the heart of the park, before disembarking at Torrent Bay. Walk one of the most picturesque sections of the coastal track (4 hours) through native bush, across the Falls River swing bridge & through to Onetahuti to meet your return taxi.
For transport between Nelson, Motueka and Marahau we recommend The Better Bus. You can book your transfers online or give them a call on 027 577 6975
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 Onetahuti
- Water taxi from Onetahuti to Marahau/Kaiteriteri
Environmental Access Fee (EAF)
A portion of your ticket price goes directly towards preserving the unique environment you will enjoy on your trip in the Abel Tasman. This includes the compulsory concession fees paid to the Department of Conversation as well as voluntary contributions to local organisations and projects to improve the environment, ecology and access to the national park.Learn More >>
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