Stevensons Island Cruise & Nature Walk
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April 2026
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What you can expect
Cruise across Lake Wanaka for the afternoon on a 2-hour Stevensons Island Cruise and Nature Walk with Lake Wanaka Cruises. A favourite Wanaka activity, the Stevensons Island Cruise and Nature Walk is a relaxing way to take in the incredible scenery around Lake Wanaka and learn about the history of Stevensons Island.
Hop aboard the Lake Wanaka Cruises luxury boat, Dual Image, from Wanaka Lakefront and cruise out towards the Stevensons Arm on your small group tour. Enjoy views of Mount Burke sheep station and Mount Gold rising on the shore of Lake Wanaka, before making a beach landing on your Stevensons Island Cruise and Nature Walk. Your Lake Wanaka Cruises guide will take you on a short nature walk on Stevensons Island, pointing out Minaret Peaks and sharing stories of Stevensons Island’s interesting Maori and colonial history. The 10-minute hike on your Stevensons Island Cruise and Nature Walk is ideal for taking photos of this beautiful island in Lake Wanaka.
Complete with afternoon tea on return from your short walk, the Stevensons Island Cruise and Nature Walk with Lake Wanaka Cruises is a great opportunity to relax and enjoy Lake Wanaka while taking amazing photos of the picturesque Stevensons Island. The Stevenson’s Island Cruise and Nature Walk with Lake Wanaka Cruises is frequently rated in Wanaka’s ‘top ten things to do’, perfect for a family holiday or day out in Wanaka.
Location
What you need to know
- Cruise on the Lake Wanaka Cruises luxury boat to Stevensons Island
- 10-minute nature walk on Stevensons Island
- Great opportunities to take photos
- Informative commentary on history and culture of Wanaka and Stevensons Island
- Afternoon tea on the return cruise
- Small group tour
- Children under 5 go free!
- Allow 2 hours
- Stevensons Island Cruise and Nature Walk departs at 3pm daily
- Departs from 100 Ardmore Street on Wanaka Lakefront
- Returns at approx 5pm
- What sort of shoes should I wear for the walk on Stevensons Island in Wanaka? For the Stevensons Island nature walk with Lake Wanaka Cruises, we recommend wearing walking shoes or boots with good tread if you have them. Alternatively, runners or comfortable sneakers will be suitable.
- Child rates apply (5-15yrs)
- Infants (0-4yrs) travel free of charge
- Average level of fitness and mobility required for 10-minute walk rising 50 metres
- Island walk is optional if you would prefer to remain on the boat or beach
- All children must be accompanied by an adult
- Stevensons Island Cruise and Nature Walk requires a minimum of 4 people to go ahead
- Bring snacks and water, sunscreen, hat & sunglasses
- Don't forget your camera!
- Wear suitable clothing and footwear for walking - warm layers and outdoor shoes are recommended
- Not suitable for those with walking disabilities or wheelchair-users due to uneven surfaces
Need help?
- Email us at plan@everythingnewzealand.com
- Product ID: 15841
- This experience is supplied by Cruise Lake Wanaka