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 Mou Waho Island where you can take a short walk and enjoy a gourmet lunch on the beach or an introduction into white water kayaking on the Mighty Clutha River in rapids of grade 1-2 white water, be prepared to get a little wet!

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 Trail:

• 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

The Southern Explorer

• All equipment provided
• Informative guides
• 12-14km of easy paddling to Mou Waho island
• Optional 30-60 minute walk to Mou Waho island lookout
• Scenic cruise back to Wanaka lakefront
• Gourmet picnic lunch, morning tea & refreshments on full day tours

Kayak the Mighty Clutha

• All equipment provided
• Informative guides
• 22km of grade 1-2 river kayaking on the Clutha River
• Light snacks & refreshments

Duration

• Half Day - allow 4 hours
• Full Day - allow 8 hours

Departures

• Tiki Tour departs 9am & 2pm (returns 1pm & 6pm)
• Southern Explorer departs 8am (returns 3.30pm)
• Kayak the Mighty Clutha departs 9am & 2pm (returns 1pm & 6pm)
• Departs at Wanaka i-SITE, 103 Ardmore Street
• Operates daily in Summer (Nov-April) & on request May-Oct

Other Information

• Child rates apply, younger children can be accommodated in private groups
• Southern Explorer is not suitable for under 12 years old
• 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 - Half Day:
  • Adult (13 yrs +) NZD$179.00
  • Child (12yrs & under) NZD$149.00
• Southern Explorer - Full Day:
  • Adult (13 yrs +) NZD$349.00
  • Child (12yrs) NZD$299.00
• Kayak the Mighty Clutha - Half Day:
  • Adult (13 yrs +) NZD$199.00