Mou Waho Island Cruise & Self-Guided Nature Walk

4.9(8)3 hFree cancellationBy Cruise Lake Wanaka Ltd

On top of Mou Waho Island nature reserve with its natural glacial lake and then Lake Wanaka below that

About this activity

Enjoy a comfortable cruise on our 28 seat super taxi Moutimu and a knowledgeable Kiwi skipper to answer your questions along the way.

Cruise through outstanding mountain scenery to the remote Mou Waho Island nature reserve. We are contracted to the Department of Conservation and every guest contributes to funding the conservation work on Mou Waho Island ensuring that it is a predator-free conservation area for our unique native birds and other fauna.

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.

A two hour self-guided nature walk is included and this will take you up to the natural glacial lake right on top of the island and magnificent mountain and lake scenery in every direction. This is rated as one of the top activities by visitors to Wanaka and rated among the best Wanaka walks and hikes.

What's included

✓Department of Conservation Park fees
✓GST (Goods and Services Tax)
✓All taxes, fees and handling charges
✓Cruise and self-guided Island walk
✓Local skipper

Not included

✕Hotel pickup and drop-off
✕Guiding on Mou Waho Island

Meeting and pickup

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. Parking may or may not be available depending on the season.

Good to know

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Boarding is at 8.45 am. You may not be admitted if you are not present at this time.
This experience requires a minimum of 4 adult bookings to run
An average level of fitness is required for the walk
Subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund.

Cancellation policy

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

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