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Franz Josef Wilderness Tours

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Franz Josef Wilderness Tours

Paddle, Cruise & Fish – Lake Mapourika

LAKE MAPOURIKA | FRANZ JOSEF | WEST COAST

KAYAK CLASSIC 

NZ$145 Adult $90 Child (3-17 years) (Free photos included!) Duration: Allow 3 hours

The Original Franz Josef Kayak Adventure Awaits …Glide effortlessly across the water taking in the panoramic views of the Southern Alps, glaciers, and untouched Jurassic rainforest reflected on the glassy waters of Lake Mapourika. Paddle into the heart of the Okarito Kiwi Sanctuary, exploring the protected area with your knowledgeable guide.

KAYAK & WALK 

NZ$165 Adult $105 Child (3-17 years) (Free photos included!) Duration: Allow 4 hours

Dip your paddle in Lake Mapourika’s pristine glassy water and set foot upon the ancient soils of the protected Okarito Kiwi Sanctuary. The Kayak & Walk is our premium trip. This is your chance to get up close and personal with South Westland’s oldest untouched Jurassic age rainforest. Hot drinks provided.

SCENIC CRUISE 

NZ$120 Adult $75 Child (3-17 years) (Under 3’s go FREE!) Duration: Allow 2 hours

Join us on a spectacular landscape and wildlife eco-cruise with the Southern Alps, Glaciers and lush rainforest as a your scenic back drop. Relax in comfort as you take in the views on our small personalized ours. Journey into a kiwi conservation area, enjoy old growth rainforest and spot New Zealand’s native birdlife.

CRUISE & WALK

NZ$150 Adult $85 Child (3-17 years) (Under 3’s go FREE!) Duration: Allow 2.5 hours

Journey across the lake and enjoy exclusive access to our private rainforest trail through the Kiwi Sanctuary. Step off the boat and into a journey through another world! Experience Westland’s oldest Jurassic-like rainforest and meet curious native birdlife. This trip our premium cruise, suitable for all ages.

GUIDED SUP ADVENTURE

NZ$115 Adult $99 Child (3-17 years) Duration: Allow 2 hours

Join us for a SUP (Stand Up Paddle) on one of New Zealand’s most calm and scenic venues! Navigate the sheltered bays, and rainforest fringed beaches with our experienced paddleboard guides. No experience require, full tuition provided. Lots of laughs guaranteed.!

FISHING TOURS

Group rates may be available for groups over 6+ people on enquiry. Please feel free to bring your own food and drink on board and/or look into our BBQ trip option below. Fishing license’s must be purchased separately through Fish & Game. Yes – there is a toilet on board!

FISHING CHARTER 

NZ$195 Adult $95 Child (3-17 years) Duration:3 hour options

Join us on a fishing charter that you’ll never forget!  The Hannah-k can seat a large group comfortably inside the cabin area, and can have four fisherman out on the back deck.
The Skipper will provide onboard commentary and fishing expertise throughout the trip.  The boat has BYO license and also provide hot and cold refreshments on the way.  The scenery and commentary will keep even the non-fishers engaged and having fun!

Their is an optional BBQ facility on the boat as well, at a small extra cost.

PRIVATE CHARTER FISH, CRUISE & BBQ

NZ$1500 1-10 PEOPLE ON-BOARD Duration: 3 hour options

What’s better than a good old-fashioned kiwi BBQ?  Spend 3 hours on the water with us and your
mates! Relax with and unwind as you watch the fishing lines, with a cold drink
and a BBQ.  I can’t think of a better was
to spend your day in Glacier Country.

BBQ facility:

We provide the BBQ, gas and cookware.  We will also provide plates, cups, utensils,
cooking oil, napkins, foil and trays. You will simply need to supply your own food and drink.

If you catch a legal fish on the trip, we will help you prepare the fish for the BBQ as well.

These trips are private, so early bookings are definitely recommended.

RENTAL HIRE FRANZ JOSEF

Sea Kayaks, Stand Up Paddle Boards.

Hire a sea kayak or a stand up paddle board to explore the lake at your own pace! This option is available during the summer time and is weather dependent. Rentals depart from Lake Mapourika Recreational Area (jetty).

Off-Road Adventure Tours

Join an amazing, guided off-road adventure tour!

Ride a quad bike or 3-seater buggy through a beautiful Jurassic rainforest, splash through rivers and explore an ancient glacier riverbed.  Enjoy our incredible backdrop of the spectacular Southern Alps and Franz Josef Glacier as you follow your guide through our tracks.

On a sunny day enjoy some of the best views of the Franz Josef Glacier you can get from the township or get down and dirty in the puddles and the mud on a rainy day!  As we like to say “the wetter the better!”…

Ride Options & Prices

Single Quad Bike $205

Double Quad bike $275

Double Buggy $275

Triple Buggy $305

FREE PHOTOS included with all tours!

Off-Road Adventure Terms:

  • No experience requites
  • For safety reasons, drivers and passengers do not get to swap during the tour.
  • Customers must pass a test track prior to taking part in the tour.
  • Drivers must be a minimum of 16 years.
  • Drivers with children (under 17) must be a minimum of 18 years of age.
  • Quad bike passengers must be able to reach the footrests.
  • Passengers on quad bikes must be at least 8 years old.
  • Buggy passengers must be a minimum of 4 years old.

Bookings are essential during Summer Season Nov- March 

Contact the team at Greymouth isite

Email: info@westcoasttravel.co.nz

Phone: 0800 GREYMOUTH

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