Franz Josef Wilderness Tours

Enjoy 3 hours of gentle exercise and an unbeatable panoramic view of the surrounding mountains and glaciers. Cruise along a narrow estuary amidst the lush ancient rainforest of the Okarito Kiwi Sanctuary, all to the sound of native birdsong. A unique and unbeatable kayak experience!Evening Kayak Classic Tours: To book our "sunset" tours during the summer months please select the 5 pm option where ...Show More

Enjoy 3 hours of gentle exercise and an unbeatable panoramic view of the surrounding mountains and glaciers. Cruise along a narrow estuary amidst the lush ancient rainforest of the Okarito Kiwi Sanctuary, all to the sound of native birdsong. A unique and unbeatable kayak experience!Evening Kayak Classic Tours: To book our "sunset" tours during the summer months please select the 5 pm option where it's available. (During the winter months our 2 pm Classic is also a sunset tour!)

Paddle effortlessly across Lake Mapourika's mirror-likewater, taking in the spectacular views of the Southern Alps and glaciers. Once on the far side, your guide will take you to a small bush clad beach where you will get the chance to explore some of Westland's oldest untouched rainforest! Our magical Rainforest Trail is designed to take you on a walk through another time. Jurassic Rainforest, ab...Show More

Paddle effortlessly across Lake Mapourika's mirror-likewater, taking in the spectacular views of the Southern Alps and glaciers. Once on the far side, your guide will take you to a small bush clad beach where you will get the chance to explore some of Westland's oldest untouched rainforest! Our magical Rainforest Trail is designed to take you on a walk through another time. Jurassic Rainforest, abundant bird life and home to the rarest kiwi's on the planet - simply unforgettable.

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 K...Show More

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!Children are 17 years and under.Infants under 3 go for FREE!

Embark on a journey across the Lake and into the sheltered bays of the Okarito Kiwi Sanctuary. Enjoy the views and wildlife from the boat before you explore our exclusive guided walk through our rainforest trail into the Kiwi Sanctuary!The rainforest trail is designed to take you on a walk through another time, Jurassic rainforest, abundant bird life and home to the rarest Kiwi on the planet – t...Show More

Embark on a journey across the Lake and into the sheltered bays of the Okarito Kiwi Sanctuary. Enjoy the views and wildlife from the boat before you explore our exclusive guided walk through our rainforest trail into the Kiwi Sanctuary!The rainforest trail is designed to take you on a walk through another time, Jurassic rainforest, abundant bird life and home to the rarest Kiwi on the planet – the Rowi!Your guide will point out the birds and tell you all about the flora, fauna and kiwi conservation in the region. You may even get to try some edible native plants or take a flax flower home as a gift.Children are 17 years and under.Infants under 3 go for FREE!