Franz Josef Wilderness Tours

Franz Josef Wilderness Tours offer unique lake experiences only minutes from Franz Josef Glacier! ...

63 Cron Street West Coast Franz Josef Glacier
West CoastNew Zealand

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Description

Franz Josef Wilderness Tours offer unique lake experiences only minutes from Franz Josef Glacier! Paddle, Cruise or Fish with us on the calm reflective waters of Lake Mapourika, with a stunning backdrop of the Southern Alps and Glaciers. Explore a Kiwi Sanctuary, and discover some of Westland’s oldest untouched Jurassic rainforest. Fish for Brown Trout or Salmon with our local knowledgeable fishing guide. Please get in contact with us for availabilty on Boat bookings.

Cancellation Policy

(24 Hours)

If a cancellation is made within 24 hours of arrival day, loss of 100% of the total booking price

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Cruise and Walk

Jounrey across the lake and enjoy exclusive access to our private rainforest trail through the Okarito Kiwi Sanctuary. Step off the boat and into another world! Experience Westland's oldest Jurassic rainforest and meet curious native birldlife. This trip is our premium cruise, suitable for all ages. Allow 2.5 hours Summer Departures: 9am, 1pm and 5pm Winter Departures: 9am and 1pm

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Fish, Cruise and BBQ

Spend 3 hrs on the water with us and your mates! Relax and unwind as you troll the lake. Pack some cold drinks and food for the BBQ. The BBQ comes with all you need, you just need to supply the food. If you catch a legal size fish we will fillet the fish for you to cook on the BBQ! Fishing licences must be purchased separately through Fish and Game. Summer dpeartures: 1pm and 5pm Winter Departures: 1pm

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Fishing Charter

Lake Mapourika is one of the South Island's most scenic fishing destinations! The lake holds stocks of Brown Trout and wild Salmon. Your local NZ fishing guide will provide all necessary fishing instruction and equipment. No previous experience is necessary. The boat is BYO, so feel free to bring along any food and drink with you. Fishing licences must be purchased seperately through Fish and Game. Allow 3hrs Summer Departures: 9am, 1pm and 5pm Winter Departures: 9am and 1pm

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Scenic Cruise

Join us on a spectacular landscape and wildlife eco-cruise with the Southern Alps, Glaciers and lush rainforest as your scenic backdrop. Relax in comfort as you take in the views on our small personalized tours. Journey into a kiwi conservation area, enjoy old growth rainforest and spot New Zealand's native birdlife. Allow 2hrs Summer Departures; 9am,1pm and 5pm Winter Departures: 9am, 1pm

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Kayak Classic

Embark on our original kayak adventure! Set out across the stunning calm reflective waters of Lake Mapourika, taking in panoramic views of the Southern Alps and Glacier's before navigating your kayak into the heart of the Okarito Kiwi Sanctuary on the far side. Allow 3 hours. Summer Departures: 9am, 1pm Winter Departures: 9am and 2pm

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Sunset Classic

Embark on our original Kayak Classic tour in the soft evening light. Enjoy 3 hours of gentle paddling with unbeatable views of the Southern Alps and Glaciers, returning to the beach in time to watch the sun set below the moutnains. Allow 3 hours. Summer Departures only : 5:30pm

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Kayak & Walk

Explore the Jurassic rainforest and kiwi sanctuary on our private rainforest trail! Exclusively accessed by kayak and boat you'll experience the pure remote wilderness of Lake Mapourika. Hot drinks provided with unbeatable panorama views of the glaciers across the lake. Allow 4 Hours. Summer Departures: 9am and 2pm Winter Departures: 9am and 1pm

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