From Courthouse Flat car park we take you on a short but sharp climb up the hill. After walking amongst beautiful native forest for about 1 hour you find yourself surrounded by steep marble cliffs. This is where Blue Creek starts with a few short warm-up abseils before it becomes really narrow. You’ll be immersed in this spectacular and peaceful environment for about 4 hours. By the end of this trip you’ll be an abseiling pro! The end of the canyon is indicated by the Blue Creek Resurgence where a beautiful crystal clear river simply starts from a hole in the ground. A short walk along the river brings us back to Courthouse Flat.

You’re interested but not convinced yet? Have a read of this blog by Noemie, she’ll convince you it is one of the best things to do in Motueka.

Blue Creek is located deep within the remote Kahurangi Park, at the foot of Mt Owen. To get there you can either come with us in the van (limited space available) or drive your own vehicle. Upon booking we’ll arrange a suitable meeting place depending on where you are staying so you can either jump in our van or follow the van to the canyon. The last 20km is a gravel road which is generally in a good condition, suitable for normal 2×4 vehicles, as long as they are not too low to the ground.