Glide effortlessly across Lake Mapourika on a three-hour kayaking tour. Take in stunning views of the Southern Alps, glaciers, and untouched Jurassic rainforest. Pick up insights from an expert guide.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- COVID-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 3 hours
- Check availability to see starting times.
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- English
- Wheelchair accessible
Experience
- Discover the Okarito Kiwi Sanctuary
- Explore the Jurassic, old-growth rainforest
- Take home free photos, included with every tour
- Paddle around for three hours on the stunning Lake Mapourika
- Courtesy transport to and from the lake
- Experienced, knowledgeable guides
- Free photos
- Jacket, paddling gloves, and cap/beanie
- Dry bag for your valuables
- Food and drinks
- All required protective equipment is provided
- All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
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Prepare for the activity
Call or email in advance to let the local partner know where you'd like to meet
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- Sunglasses
- Camera
- Sunscreen
Know before you go
- This is an all weather tour
- It is recommended that you wear at least 2-3 warm layers, as well as comfortable pants and shoes; do not wear jeans
- It is recommended that you bring your own water bottle and a small snack for the tour
- The road leading north out of Franz Josef is closed until further notice due to flooding. It is targeted to reopen (with restrictions) before Christmas, depending on the weather
- As of Wednesday December 11, 2019, full access south of Franz Josef on State Highway 6 through to Wanaka is open, with some delays to be expected