Lake Cruise & Mou Waho Island Nature Walk

5.0
(127 reviews)

3 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

Lake Cruise and Mou Waho Island Nature Walk

• A “must see” in Wanaka, take a 30 minute cruise to the remote, predator free Mou Waho Island nature reserve, home to the rare and flightless Buff Weka, (extinct on mainland NZ)
• Optional one hour return guided bush walk, taking you up to reveal the island’s secret- a lake on top of the island!
• Morning (or afternoon) tea overlooking both lakes, and the panorama of the spectacular Southern Alps.
• Plant a native tree on the island as part of this unique eco-experience!
• Morning or afternoon tea supplied.
• Departures 9.00am and 1.30pm, allow 4 hours.

What's Included

Professional local guide
Morning tea or Afternoon tea
Snacks
Coffee and/or Tea
Plant a Tree!
Private transportation

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Eco Wanaka Adventures Boat leaves from the Jetty next to the Marina in Lakeside Road, Wanaka. It is around the right hand side of the lake near the Wanaka Yacht club and Public boat ramps and is the first turn off on the Left on Lakeside Road coming from the Roundabout.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1

    Enjoy a 30 minute cruise each way on Lake Wanaka.

    1 hour Admission ticket included
  • 2

    Step off the boat and onto Mou Waho. This predator free island is a nature reserve for the Buff Weka, extinct on mainland NZ. Enjoy a guided walk to the top of the island where you will discover the Lake on an island, on a lake, on an island! Enjoy morning or afternoon tea, and help us give back by planting a native tree!

    2 hours Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
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Tags

Nature and Wildlife Tours
Half-day Tours
Walking Tours
Eco Tours
Water Tours
Nature Walks
Small Group
Excellent Quality
Low Last Minute Supplier Cancellation Rate
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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