3 DAY GUIDED TRIP / TRACK STARTER

This is a guided self catering trip. The sea kayaking component of the trip starts from Anakiwa, in the bush clad surrounds of the sheltered Grove Arm, southern end of Queen Charlotte Sound. It finishes at Resolution Bay, where you are able to head out on the Queen Charlotte Track - which will take you back to your starting point at Anakiwa.

Please note that there is a minimum number of 3 persons for this trip. If you don't have this minimum number please contact us to see if others have booked this fantastic trip!

If you have a vehicle we can provide an off road location in which it will be able to be safely stored. If needed a courtesy pickup from either Picton or Havelock can be arranged - simply let us know what you need.

Day 1
We will be making our way from Anakiwa to Kumutoto Bay for your first nights campsite, exploring secluded bays and inlets on the way.

Day 2
Will typically be an early start so we can make the most use of the calmer conditions at this time of day. Depending on the weather conditions, the destination can vary from Ratimera Bay to Blumine Island. These locations are at the far end of the Queen Charlotte Sound - you'll get a real 'out there' feeling from this part of the trip!

Day 3
Will take us over to School House Bay in Resolution Bay. This is a sheltered location in close proximity to Ship Cove. From here you can walk over the hill and explore the Ship Cove area or simply walk to one of the view points and enjoy the scenery.

So now you've finished your sea kayaking trip; what do you do now? Since you are at the northern end of the Queen Charlotte Track you can choose to either walk back to Anakiwa or arrange to have mountain bikes dropped off and ride back the 71km to Anakiwa and or onto our base.

Walking or riding back to Anakiwa is an ideal way of contrasting the last day on the water with a couple of days on the land.

The option of a water taxi ride is also available to take you back to Anakiwa or Picton.