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Golden Bay Kayaks

3 Tennyson St | Pohara, Takaka 7183, New Zealand
64-3-5259095
Ranked #1 of 1 attractions in Takaka
5.0 of 5 stars 21 Reviews
Owner description: Kayak Abel Tasman National Park from Golden Bay with Golden Bay Kayaks. Escape the crowds of the south! Guided half day adult and family tours (all... more » Owner description: Kayak Abel Tasman National Park from Golden Bay with Golden Bay Kayaks. Escape the crowds of the south! Guided half day adult and family tours (all ages). Paddle all the Abel Tasman with the northerly wind behind you. One-way rentals and kayak/walk options available. Friendly small company with great prices. « less
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Dunedin, New Zealand
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2012

Nice to see a very different part of the Abel Tasman and we had calm, glassy water as we explored the rock stacks and arches just off the beach. The nice and friendly crew made this an enjoyable experience for our group.

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Brisbane
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2012

A great way to experience the beautiful, spring infused clear waters of Golden Bay as well as the open ocean which delights the kayaker with beautiful rock formations, small islands and seals. The guide was patient and a great instructor and leader. I had never been on a kayak so this was an amazing challenge that resulted in a wonderful... More

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Winchester UK
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 February 2012

Great team - very safety concious and informative We were lucky to get close to seals and the fresh brewed coffee with cookies on the beach was a highlight...

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Helsinki, Finland
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16 reviews 16 reviews
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 February 2012

We started in a perfect weather and in the same group we had an old dutch couple with us. The first part of the trip was very interesting and seeing the seals playing right next to the kayaks was just magnificent. The guide had lots of interesting information about the area. Second part of the trip before the turning point... More

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Wellington, New Zealand
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 February 2012

We enjoyed the half day guided tour. We got to have a go at kayaking in the open water, saw a large stingray, checked out the mussel farms and saw some seals.

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Auckland, NZ
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 January 2012

We went out Kayaking on what started out as perfect conditions. Tony was really helpful in breifing the family in safely and ensuring we were well equiped for a big adventure. Unfortunately an hour into the trip the wind came up and conditions got rough. Just as we were starting to get really worried Tony pops up on his Kayak... More

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Auckland
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 January 2012

Tony and Lisa at Golden Bay Kayaks were fantastic to deal with - and went the extra mile to make sure we had a safe and fun trip. They were informative, the equipment was in excellent condition and the training was thorough (but also heaps of fun). It's a beautiful part of NZ - one of the highlights of our... More

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Beatrice, Nebraska
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 December 2011 via mobile

Tui and Tony were great guides. We had them to ourselves. First time kayaking so we appreciated their patience with us. Went farther than I thought we would for a 4 hour booking. It was worth visiting a great beach. Tui motivated us by signing classic 90's tunes. Great equipment and overall experience. Such a beautiful area that is not... More

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Jersey City, New Jersey
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 October 2011

This is the place to go to if you want to Kayak in Abel Tasman. The northern section of the park is quiet and beautiful. We went in October, most of the times we were the only ones on the beaches. The owner, Tony, is knowledgeable and helpful. He's also a good instructor. We came in not knowing much about... More

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Hastings, New Zealand
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2011

Beautiful scenery, seals up close and personal, a knowledgeable and friendly guide - this is one trip not to be missed when visiting Abel Tasman. We were inexperienced kayakers but felt safe and had a truly enjoyable experience we will remember for many years.

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