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Cruise & walk

Split Apple, Medlands Cruise & Walk

Cruise past the iconic Split Apple Rock and on to Medlands Beach, then walk the coastal track to Bark Bay before cruising back. A scenic, unguided extension of the Split Apple kayak, available year round.

Trip Overview

Split Apple Rock, then a coastal walk.

Cruise past the iconic Split Apple Rock and on to Medlands Beach, then walk the coastal track to Bark Bay before cruising back. A scenic, unguided extension of the Split Apple kayak, available year round.

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First-time VisitorsScenic ValueGuided Experiences

What's included

This price covers your guided kayak and kayak rental, shared with the standalone Split Apple Kayak & Explore trip. The cruise past Split Apple Rock to Medlands and the walk to Bark Bay are unguided and free of charge. You're paying for the kayak portion of the day, with the cruise and walk included at no extra cost.

From

NZ$105

Depart

9.00am

11.30am

Return

3.45pm

Walk time

40min return

Paddle time

2hrs

Paddle distance

6km

Highlights

  • Year-round availability
  • Cruise past Split Apple Rock
  • Scenic cruise to Medlands Beach
  • Coastal walk to Bark Bay
  • Finishes with a guided kayak
Route map
Abel Tasman route map

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Trip information

Plan your experience

Use this section to understand timing, what to bring, highlights and practical notes before you travel.

Suggested itinerary

Arrive

Check in for the selected departure and confirm return timing before boarding.

Explore

Cruise past Split Apple Rock to Medlands and walk to Bark Bay (40min return), then cruise back before beginning your guided kayak.

Return

Return details depend on the selected product, season and booking availability.

What to bring
  • Small day pack
  • Warm layer and waterproof jacket
  • Hat, sunglasses and sunscreen
  • Drinking water
  • Swimwear and towel, if swimming
  • Lunch or onboard food plan
  • Camera or charged phone
  • Comfortable walking shoes
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From

NZ$105

Includes guided kayak, kayak rental, cruise past Split Apple Rock and walk to Bark Bay.

Related Trips

Prefer just the kayak?

This trip is built on Split Apple Kayak & Explore. Compare both options before you book.

FAQs

Common questions

Quick answers to the practical details guests usually check before choosing this experience.

How is this different from Split Apple Kayak & Explore?

This trip adds a scenic cruise past Split Apple Rock to Medlands Beach and a coastal walk to Bark Bay before your guided kayak. See Related Trips above to compare both options.

Is the walk guided?

No. The cruise and walk are unguided and free of charge. You're paying for the guided kayak portion only.

Is this trip available year round?

Yes. Unlike some of our other extensions, this trip runs year round.

What happens in poor weather?

Operations are subject to weather and sea conditions. Guests should check confirmation details and Wilsons advice before travelling.

Where do I check in?

Check-in location depends on the selected trip and departure point. Your booking confirmation will include the correct location and time.

Guest reviews

What guests say

4.8 average rating Recent feedback from guests who have experienced this trip.
5.0 Guest review

Split Apple Rock was a highlight

The cruise past Split Apple Rock alone was worth it, and the walk to Bark Bay was a lovely bonus before the kayak.

Sophie

New Zealand

5.0 Guest review

Great value add

Same price as the basic kayak trip but we got so much more out of it with the cruise and walk included.

Tom

United Kingdom

5.0 Guest review

Easy and scenic

Relaxed pace, beautiful coastline, and the kayak at the end was the perfect finish to the day.

Anna

Germany