Cruise & Photo Walk with Lake Wanaka Cruises

Highlights

• Perfect family activity
• Visit historic Ruby Island
• Cruise Lake Wanaka in a luxury catamaran
• 20-minute walk with great photo opportunities

Description

Discover something new in Wanaka on a 1-hour Ruby Island Cruise and Photo Walk with Lake Wanaka Cruises. An ideal family activity, the Ruby Island Cruise and Photo Walk is the perfect way to learn more about the history and culture of Wanaka and Otago, as well as take in Wanaka’s breathtaking mountain scenery.

Start your Ruby Island Cruise and Photo Walk by boarding the Lake Wanaka Cruises luxury catamaran on Wanaka Lakefront for your small group tour. Enjoy the views across Lake Wanaka before landing on the photogenic Ruby Island. The Ruby Island Cruise and Photo Walk with Lake Wanaka Cruises will then include a 20-minute photo walk through Ruby Island learning about local history and culture, such as Manuka Honey and prohibition in Otago with a visit to a 1920s cabaret venue. 

Ruby Island is known locally as the jewel of Wanaka, and the Ruby Island Cruise and Photo Walk makes for an incredible holiday experience surrounded by the sparkling waters of Lake Wanaka. Suitable for all the family, relax and take some amazing photos on the Ruby Island Cruise and Photo Walk with Lake Wanaka Cruises.

Trip Includes

• Cruise on a luxury catamaran across Lake Wanaka to Ruby Island
• 20 minute guided photo walk on Ruby Island
• Informative commentary on guided walk about history and culture of Wanaka and Ruby Island
• 1 hour experience suitable for all the family
• Small group tour
• Children under 5 go free!

Duration

• Allow 1 hour

Departures

• Ruby Island Cruise and Photo Walk departs at 1pm daily
• Departs from 100 Ardmore Street on Wanaka Lakefront
• Returns at approx 2:00pm

Other Information

• Child rates apply (5-15yrs)
• Infants (0-4yrs) travel free of charge
• Average level of fitness and mobility required for 20-minute walk rising 20 metres
• Island walk is optional if you would prefer to remain on the boat or beach
• All children must be accompanied by an adult
• Ruby Island Cruise and Photo Walk requires a minimum of 2 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

Normal Retail Prices

• Adult: NZD$49.00
• Child (5-15 years): NZD$24.00

Read Risk Disclosure Statement