Marahau

Inland Track (Tōtaranui to Marahau) – Abel Tasman National Park

Date: 31 May - 3 June (King's Birthday) 2024.
Trip type: Tramp(EM).
Location: Abel Tasman National Park.
Author: Alice Taylor.
Trampers: Cate LM, Luke B, Rachel H, Alice T.

This tramp brought us a rainbow of fungi, challenging short days, warm starry nights in two huts, and a long drop with arguably the best views in New Zealand. After a delayed Friday night ferry and late drive from Picton, we had a comfortable overnight stay at Old Macs campground in Marahau, before setting off … Read more

Getting away from the crowds on the Abel Tasman Inland Track

Date: 2 - 6 February 2018.
Trip type: Medium Tramping.
Location: Abel Tasman National Park.
Author: Beccy D.
Trampers: Beccy D (leader), Juliette, James and Richard.

It was time to address the balance between the number of WTMC trips I have been on and the number I have led. If I enjoy 4 trips with the club, then I feel it’s only fair I give one back. I studied the trip schedule and hatched a plan. With several trips going to … Read more

A Touch of Paradise on the Abel Tasman Track

Date: 29 May - 2 June 2014 .
Trip type: Easy Medium Tramp.
Location: Abel Tasman National Park.
Author: Erika Kalniskis.
Trampers: Gareth Gretton and Rebecca Day (leaders), Jane Latchem, Jennifer Zhu, Brendan Eckert, Garth Ireland, Spencer Clubb, Erika Kalniskis.

Thursday 29 May 5pm ferry from Wellington to Picton.  A calm crossing of the strait, bantering with the other team going to Nelson lakes comparing trip altitudes.  Driving to Hans and Mika’s place from Picton to Nelson.  Sleeping over in comfort in their home on Thursday night. Friday 30 May 2014 – Marahau to Bark … Read more