Lagoons & Swingbridge
Cruise by water taxi to Bark Bay and then a fantastic walk past a succession of wonderful beaches and bays. Highlights include the walk across the Falls River Swingbridge and across the Torrent Bay Estuary.
Availability: All year round 
Summer Departure(s): 9.00am, 10.30am 
Winter Departure(s): 9.30am 
Trip duration: Full Day 
Activity level: Moderate 
Ideal for: Walking the most scenic section of the Park 
Cruise info: Marahau to Bark Bay: 1hr. Anchorage to Marahau 45min. 
Walk info: Bark Bay to Anchorage: 3.5hrs Lagoons & Swingbridge
Catch a morning water taxi into the Park, walk a section of the Coastal Track enjoying the Abel Tasman’s incredible beaches before returning on an afternoon water taxi.
What’s included in this tour?
- Water taxi fares
Itinerary
- Water taxi from Marahau to Bark Bay
- Walk from Bark Bay to Anchorage
- Water taxi from Anchorage to Marahau
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
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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