About this activity
Embark on a personalized small-group boat tour, providing comfort and an intimate setting. Experience the landscape from a different viewpoint, capturing panoramic views of glaciers, including the Franz Josef Neve, and the lush beauty of the Jurassic rainforest.
Details
Product Info: – What to Expect –【Scenic Cruise】Lake Mapourika Scenic Cruises offer a landscape photographer’s paradise, unveiling the true beauty of the West Coast on a personalized journey. Glide across the serene, rainforest-fringed bays that mirror the majestic Alps and glaciers, creating stunning visual spectacles. With 15 years of passionate guiding experience, owner and operator Dale, along with his dedicated team of skippers, will lead you through scenic bays to discover the rich birdlife of Lake Mapourika. Enjoy a warm cup of tea or coffee while immersing yourself in the lush rainforest shoreline, and keep an eye out for the legendary White Heron feeding on the lake. This cruise promises a tranquil and picturesque experience that captures the essence of New Zealand's natural beauty.【Scenic Cruise & Nature Walk】Embark on a Scenic Cruise with an added nature walk for a premium West Coast experience. Traverse the serene waters of Lake Mapourika and gain exclusive access to a private rainforest trail through the enchanting Okarito Kiwi Sanctuary. As you step off the boat, you'll enter a mesmerizing Jurassic rainforest, untouched and preserved in its natural beauty. The nature walk, carefully designed by skipper Dale and his team to minimize environmental impact, allows you to immerse yourself in the pristine old-growth rainforest. Encounter abundant birdlife, including the graceful white herons and New Zealand's native bush birds. Suitable for all ages, this Scenic Cruise & Nature Walk offers an unforgettable journey into one of New Zealand's most captivating landscapes..
Know Before You Go
Reminders: Please arrive at the designated location 15 minute(s) before the scheduled departure time, as the tour will depart on time. How to Use Your Voucher: Please present the e-voucher on-site. Validity Period: The voucher must be used on the selected date and within operating hours; Invalid after expiration.
What To Bring
Purchase Notice: Please meet the tour operator at the booking office address provided in the Location tab. Transport will be provided from the office to the Lake and back for each Lake Tour (approx 10 min drive each way)The tour operates in a fully covered boatIt is recommended booking a morning tour with kids as the lake is the calmest in the morningThe tour operates on rain days if the weather condition deems to be safe, feel free to contact the local knowledgeable team with numbers on the voucher for the most up to date forecastPlease refer here for more FAQS– What to Bring –SnackWater bottleCameraSunglassesSunscreenComfortable pants and footwear (avoid denim)
Location
Lake Mapourika