Kayaking on Lake Wanaka

Description

Explore the glassy waters of Lake Wanaka and the roaring Upper Clutha River on a guided kayak tour. Depending on your chosen tour your guide will take you on an exploration of Lake Wanaka to discover hidden gems such as Ruby Island where you can take a short walk and enjoy a picnic on the beach, before a short cruise back to Wanaka.

The guides have a great passion for the outdoors and adventure alike. They will provide you with a full safety briefing prior to your trip, no previous kayaking experience is necessary and all tours are at a leisurely pace to provide you with an enjoyable, relaxing trip.

Trip Includes

Tiki Tour:

• All equipment provided
• Informative guides
• 8-10km of easy paddling across Lake Wanaka
• Optional 15 minute peninsula or island walk available
• Scenic cruise back to Wanaka lakefront
• Light snacks & refreshments

Kayak & Cruise from Ruby Island:

• All equipment provided
• Informative guides
• Easy paddling to Ruby Island
• 2 hours to explore Ruby Island
• Scenic cruise back to Wanaka lakefront

Duration

• Allow 4 hours

Departures

• Tiki Tour departs at 9:00am 
• Kayak & Cruise from Ruby Island departs at 9:00am, 12:00pm & 3:00pm
• Departs from Ardmore Street, Wanaka
• Operates daily in Summer (Nov-April)

Other Information

• Child rates apply, younger children can be accommodated in private groups
• Bring with you a camera, sun protection - sunglasses, sunscreen, hat, towel, swimwear, drink bottle, suitable footwear such as sandals or flip flops, warm clothing 
• Pick up can be arranged from local accommodation in Wanaka
• If you wish to take part in a trip May-Oct or would like to organise a private group trip please contact us
• We also offer Stand Up Paddle Boarding on Lake Wanaka, click here

Normal Retail Prices

• Tiki Tour:
  • Adult NZD$239.00
  • Child (6-14) NZD$199.00
• Kayak & Cruise from Ruby Island:
  • Adult NZD$75.00
  • Child (6-12yrs) NZD$50.00