New Zealand · BOAT TOURS IN WANAKA
This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 8 boat tours in Wanaka worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
Sip New Zealand wine on a one-hour Lake Wanaka catamaran cruise with mountain views, cheese, friendly crew, and easy lakeside access.
“The views were beautiful and it was lovely to enjoy a nice glass of wine and some cheese and crackers on this pleasant cruise of Lake Wanaka”
Ride the Clutha River from Wanaka on a small-group jet boat with 360 spins, mountain views, gold-mining stories, and photo stops.
“Patrick and his crew were very experienced and made us feel comfortable and safe, while having fun. The boat was clean and well-maintained. Patrick was knowledgeable about the area and shared lots of good information. The scenery Read more”
Ride the Matukituki River by jet boat, then walk to waterfalls and glacier-fed streams in Mount Aspiring National Park from Wanaka.
“Fabulous tour! Had a blast on the jet boat and walk. Loved the Captain - very interactive. Highly recommended tour!”
Wanaka's Lakeland Jet Boat Adventure races across Lake Wanaka and the Clutha River with spins, rapids, mountain views, and live commentary.
“This was a great excursion - definitely worth the $. We were fearful of the threatening weather - but they were flexible and provided the option to just cruise the river and we avoided the pounding waves on the Lake. Our guide was incrediblRead more”
Cruise Lake Wanaka to Stevensons Island for mountain views, a guided uphill walk, hot drinks, and excellent photo stops for $50.
“A nice relaxing cruise with a lovely bush walk once we got to Stevensons Island. After returning to the boat there was a warm cuppa with biscuits.”
Cruise Lake Wanaka to predator-free Mou Waho, plant a native tree, spot buff weka, and walk to a lake above the lake.
“The Mou Wahu Island Nature Walk was awesome! Our guide, Michael, welcomed us at the Wanaka Marina. He is friendly and answered our questions about places to visit around Lake Wanaka. We enjoyed the conversation on the relaxing boRead more”
Review of Wanaka’s one-hour wine and cheese cruise, with Southern Alps views, sunset timing, practical tips, value, and honest drawbacks.
“This experience was good. I felt safe on the boat, not too crowded and the whole trip was worth the money.”
Cruise Lake Wānaka to predator-free Mou Waho Island for rare birds, a guided hike, and the remarkable lake-on-an-island viewpoint.
“Very nice half day trip. Some boating mixed with a small hike and nature tour. Ion (sp) was a local for sure who appreciates his surroundings every day.”
Pick an island, a lake or a cave.
