Franz Josef Scenic Cruise - 2 Hours

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Highlights & inclusions

Return transfers from central Franz Josef
Cruise on Lake Mapourika
Hot drinks on board
Entertaining commentary
Discover the beauty of the West Coast
Knowledgeable skipper
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From
$115.00AUD
Free cancellation up to 48 hours prior to experience

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November 2024

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What you can expect

Take a cruise on Lake Mapourika, the largest lake in Westland Tai Poutini National Park. The Hannah-K is purpouse built for the West Coast with a covered cabin area as well as outdoor viewing platforms. The viewing platforms allow us to get up close with some of Westland's native birdlife and lush ancient rainforest. Enjoy a tour through the beautiful mirrored estuaries of the stunning Okatarito Kiwi Sanctuary, home to NZ's rarest Kiwi Bird!

Enjoy commentary throughout the trip, from an experienced local guide. Learn about the unique environment that gives the region it's World Heritage Status. The tour follows in the footsteps of the first pioneers to visit the glacier region in the early 1900's. Tourists were transported by horse-drawn carriage to the lake, for wooden boat tours across the stunning venue.

Sit in silence, and listen to the Native Birds, and enjoy the same unbeatable scenery in it's pristine state!

Location

30 Main Road Franz Josef Glacier Franz Josef Glacier, 7886, New Zealand, null, West Coast 7886

What you need to know

Inclusions
  • Two-hour cruise on Lake Mapourika
  • Complimentary hot drinks on board
  • Return transfers from central Franz Josef
  • Knowledgeable skipper
Highlights
  • Go on a journey, through the Rowi Kiwi Sanctuary and much more
  • Enjoy a great cup of tea or coffee while you watch curious native birdlife in the surrounding rainforest shoreline
  • Get lucky and spot one of the region's legendary locals – the White Heron
  • Lake Mapourika's scenic cruises are a landscape photographer's dream!
Time
  • Departure time varies, cruises depart 9am, 1pm and 5pm in summer (10am and 2pm in winter)
Duration
  • Please allow 2 hours for this experience to run
Departure Location
  • Departs from Franz Josef township - 30 Main Road, Franz Josef Glacier
What To Bring
  • A camera, phone
  • We provide complimentary tea and coffee on board
  • Snacks, or refreshments (optional)
  • BYO (bring your own) beer or wine (optional)
Cancellation Policy
  • Change your booking up to 48 hours before the start time of your experience
  • Late arrivals or no shows may result in you forfeiting your experience
  • Cancellations within 24 hours - no refund
  • Private/Group bookings or Charters incur a 48-hr cancellation policy
  • This is specifically advised at the time of booking
  • Tours require minimum numbers to operate
  • Tour operator reserves the right to cancel tours if numbers are not met or in the event of adverse weather conditions
Booking Information
  • Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking
  • Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on day of the experience
  • Vouchers can also be presented on your mobile device for this attraction
  • Availability was accurate at the time of booking however, is subject to change due to circumstances out of our control
  • For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher
  • We strongly suggest reconfirming your booking with the tour operator within 24 hours of making your booking and prior to making other travel arrangements