Mou Waho Island Cruise and Guided Nature Walk Discount Tickets

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Overview

Cruise to unique Mou Waho Island for a guided nature walk to the natural glacial lake on top of the island . Once aboard our fast lake cruiser, guests can relax in comfort and enjoy a 30 minute cruise among spectacular mountain scenery with commentary on local history, geology and culture. On the island you will have 2 hours ashore for a guided walk. Learn about the island and its unique bird-life from our knowledgeable guides as you hike to the summit enjoying outstanding photo opportunities. Mou Waho Island is a predator-free Department of Conservation nature reserve with a natural glacial formed lake at its summit. Here you can see first-hand results of conservation efforts including the rare flightless Buff Weka (extinct on the mainland since 1920), the Mountain Stone Weta and many other native birds. Please note that the walk goes up 150 m vertically over 1 km.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

You will board your vessel from the Wanaka Lake Front. In between the Old Town Jetty and the Dinosaur Park. Please be at the departure point before 8.45 am. If you are not present at 8.45 am, you may not be able to join the cruise.

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Lake Wanaka
Cruise on Lake Wanaka to the famous Mou Waho Island Nature Reserve. Your knowledge kiwi skipper will provide commentary along the way.
Duration: 30 mins
2. Ruby Island
Pass Ruby Island with a the 1920's dance hall on top
3. Mou Waho
Your guide will take you ashore for a guided walk on this predator-free nature reserve. Learn about the geology, history and biology of this fascinating island while enjoying abundant photo opportunities.
Duration: 100 mins
4. Arethusa Pool
Visit a beautiful natural glacial lake on top of the island and it has small island in it. So there are islands in a lake, on an island in a lake, on an island in an ocean!
Duration: 20 mins
5. Roys Bay
Cruise back to Roys Bay Wanaka for a well deserved lunch
Duration: 30 mins

Inclusion

Department of Conservation Park fees

Local skipper/guide

GST (Goods and Services Tax)

All taxes, fees and handling charges

Cruise and guided Island walk

Exclusion

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

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

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness

This experience requires a minimum of 4 adult bookings to run

Boarding is at 8.45 am. You may not be admitted if you are not present at this time.

Subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund.

Good fitness is required for the walk. Please do not attempt the walk if you have age, medical or fitness related disabilities.

Good fitness level required

Supplied by Cruise Lake Wanaka Ltd

Reviews

4.9

★★★★★ ★★★★★
Based on 78 reviews

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