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Half Day Tour
Fully Guided
Refreshments
Fishing
Equipment Provided
Family Friendly
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.!
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!
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.
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.
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).
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!”…
Single Quad Bike $205
Double Quad bike $275
Double Buggy $275
Triple Buggy $305
FREE PHOTOS included with all tours!
Bookings are essential during Summer Season Nov- March
Contact the team at Greymouth isite
Email: info@westcoasttravel.co.nz
Phone: 0800 GREYMOUTH