Small Group Lake Mapourika Kayak & Hike in Okarito Kiwi Sanctuary
- 4 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Explore all that Lake Mapourika has to offer in this half day guided Kayak & Walk excursion - just minutes away from Franz Josef Glacier! Paddle across the calm, reflective waters and take in the panoramic views of NZ's tallest peaks and Glaciers. Follow your guide through the rain forest trail and enjoy coffee and tea while taking in the views. Plus, FREE photos (emailed after tour)
Inclusions
What's included
- Equipment
- Beverages (tea/coffee)
- Local guide
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- National Park fees
- Coffee and/or Tea
- Complimentary photos
What's not
- Meals (please pack your own small snack or lunch)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Ratings come from 127 reviews collected by our booking partner. They are travellers' own words, in the order they were written — never reordered to flatter the experience.
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5Fantastic experience!
Oli was so knowledgeable and a wealth of information! The kayaking on the lake was spectacular and the hike amazing!
5Rain or shine, completely divine
As it's said, there is no bad weather, only inadequate equipment. Bearing that in mind, our group paddled to the hike site in the pouring rain, well protected from the elements. The views of the mountains surrounding the lake were ethereal in the misty rain, and the kayak trip was smooth and pleasant. On the walk, we saw a profusion of temperate rainforest plants, along with a number of native birds. Our guide, Max, was not only extremely knowledgeable, but also a phenomenal communicator. From start to finish, this was an amazing experience. I'm so glad I did it!
3Beautiful scenery, but a rushed experience
The Lake Mapourika kayaking and rainforest walk was the highlight of the experience — beautiful scenery and well worth seeing. Our guide was knowledgeable about the area. However, the kayaking felt rushed. While photos and videos were included in the package regardless of the weather, the majority of the photos were blurry. We also had to repeatedly ask the guide to take photos, and once the weather cleared, the guide paddled ahead to prepare for the next tour, so we missed the opportunity for better photos and lost valuable kayaking time as well.
5Awesome trip passionate guide.
Our guide (Olle) was fabulous. Helpful polite professional passionate and encyclopaedic. His knowledge was just astounding. Highlight of our holiday to date.
5Great tour company. Well...
Great tour company. Well organized, friendly and very competent service. Our guide Farrah was very informative and enthusiastic adding to the enjoyment of the afternoon! Beautiful lake and vibrant rainforest.
5a morning paddle not to be missed, rain or shine!
terrific guide Pickles from Nova Scotia had alot of energy, knowledge, coffee/tea/hot chocolate, and anzacs. despite rain no one got wet due to good coaching and Pickles hauling us up onto the beaches. scenery and wildlife were mesmerizing. an unforgettable morning.
Know before you go
- Meeting point
- Please check-in at our office 15 minutes prior to your trip departure time. We are located in the building next to The Landing Restaurant.
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 16 travellers
- Operated by
- Franz Josef Wilderness Tours
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Minimum child age is 4 years
- Wear loose comfortable clothing, jeans are not recommended. We do our best to keep you dry.
- Comfortable walking shoes
How it compares in Franz Josef & Fox Glacier
- Its from-price is 62% below the median of the 59 experiences we list in Franz Josef & Fox Glacier.
- It is longer than most of them.
- By number of reviews it ranks 12 of 59.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Franz Josef & Fox Glacier
Franz Josef and Fox are two glaciers on New Zealand's West Coast that flow from the Southern Alps almost into temperate rainforest.
The Franz Josef and Fox glaciers descend from the Southern Alps through steep valleys into lowland rainforest on the West Coast of New Zealand's South Island, ending only a few hundred metres above sea level. The two small townships, about twenty-five kilometres apart, sit in Westland Tai Poutini National Park, part of a UNESCO World Heritage area. Julius von Haast named Franz Josef in 1865 after the Austrian emperor.
Top-ranked sights in Franz Josef & Fox Glacier: Franz Josef Glacier, Fox Glacier, Fox Glacier South Side Walkway.
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