New Zealand · BOAT TOURS IN WANAKA
15 boat tours in Wanaka laid out with the price, the running time and the kind of traveller each one actually suits. Top of the list first.
Sip New Zealand wine, eat cheese, and cruise Lake Wanaka's mountain-framed waters aboard a friendly catamaran for one relaxing hour.
“The views were beautiful and it was lovely to enjoy a nice glass of wine and some cheese and crackers on this pleasant cruise of Lake Wanaka”
Ride the Clutha River from Wanaka on a small-group jet boat tour with 360 spins, mountain views, gold-mining stories, and photo stops.
“Thoroughly enjoyed our Jetboat experience , lots of 360s and cruising around on the river along with commentary from Pat. Much longer than other tours offer and is nice being in a small group also. Highly recommend!”
Review of Wanaka’s jet boat and wilderness walk, with Matukituki River thrills, Mount Aspiring scenery, practical tips, price, and value.
“Fabulous tour! Had a blast on the jet boat and walk. Loved the Captain - very interactive. Highly recommended tour!”
Review of Lakeland Wanaka’s Clutha River jet boat ride, with mountain views, Hamilton Spins, practical tips, pricing, weather advice, and booking details.
“Very fun experience!!! Max was a great guide/driver and we had a lot of fun during the jet boat experience on the river!!”
Cruise Lake Wanaka to Stevensons Island for mountain views, a guided summit walk, local stories, and tea with biscuits for $50.
“Everything was great fun. The sailing was smooth. Our guides were super!”
Cruise Lake Wanaka to Mou Waho Island for a guided nature walk, rare buff weka sightings, tea, panoramic views, and tree planting.
“Chris, our host, was amazing with his eco knowledge and stories - brilliant trip and memorable experience! John and Maria”
Race across Lake Wanaka and the Clutha River on a thrilling one-hour jet boat ride with mountain views, rapids, and Hamilton Spins.
“Really good fun. Beautiful river. Driver Matt was awesome”
Review of Wanaka’s one-hour wine and cheese cruise, with lake views, sunset tips, pricing, food, weather advice, and practical details.
“Got upgraded to the 2 hour Stephensons Island cruise due to weather so great start. Staff were great. Stunning scenery.”
Fly from Wanaka over glaciers and the Southern Alps, cruise Milford Sound, and return in four hours with expert commentary.
“Stunning flight and picture perfect day at Milford Sound. Henry, our pilot did a wonderful job and was very informative.”
Cruise Lake Wanaka to Mou Waho Island for a guided nature walk, rare weka sightings, mountain views, and a lake above the lake.
“It was informative, with a very good hike ( not extremely difficult but not very easy either), and some great views if you do the hike. The hike is optional.”
Cruise Lake Wānaka to Mou Waho for rare birds, a guided hike, Arethusa Pool, and superb alpine views in three memorable hours.
“This was a great experience. We travelled across the lake to Mou Waho island which is free of introduced pests and so is a sanctuary for the NZ birds. The walk was to the top of the island on a well formed track. Our guide was extremely knowledgeable about both the flora and fauna as well as the history of the island, both Maori and European. We saw several birds including the Weka (flightless bird about the size of a farm chicken). The trip lasted about 3 hours.”
Review of the Stevensons Island Cruise in Wānaka, with lake views, a guided summit walk, afternoon tea, pricing, and practical booking advice.
“The captain and first mate were great! Could walk around the boat, buy a drink at the on-boat bar, and enjoy the sites on the ride over. Disembarked and took a short walk up to a view point. Back on the boat for complementary biscuits and tea for the ride back. Would recommend.”
Review of Wanaka’s $29 Ruby Island cruise, guided walk, photo stops, practical tips, access notes, and who will enjoy this short Lake Wanaka trip.
“Had the best time in Wanaka! Chris and Dan were fantastic – so knowledgeable and just great blokes. Highly recommend this trip in Wanaka a Must do !!!!”
Ride the Matukituki River, view glaciers, and walk through Mount Aspiring National Park on Wanaka’s four-hour wilderness adventure.
“Awesome experience! Bit expensive maybe, but after the 3hrs + of Jetboat and forest walk, I don't regret paying at all! Must do if you're staying in Wanaka!”
Review of Wanaka’s Mount Burke 4x4 and boat tour, with lake views, high-country scenery, picnic details, pricing, and practical tips.
“Our experience was wonderful. There were four of us on our trip so it was a very personalised experience. Hannah our boat driver was friendly and welcoming and skilfully took us up and down the Lake. Tony our guide was friendly, knowledgeable and skilful at 4x4 wheel driving! The views were incredible, Mt Burke being the perfect vantage point to see both up and down Lake Wanaka with (better views than having walked 5hrs + up Roy’s Peak); the surrounding mountains, as well as a view of Mou Waho Island. The small but tasty picnic was an opportunity to relax, soak up the surroundings while chatting to Tony and the…”
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