1 Day Wanaka Nature Encounter

Tour Itinerary

If you only have one day to explore Wanaka then this full-day nature encounter showcases the best of Wanaka's raw natural beauty - all yours for a day! Begin your day with a boat cruise on the pristine waters of Lake Wanaka to Mou Waho Island Nature Reserve. A guided walk to the spectacular summit reveals the island's secret – A Lake on top of an Island!

Enjoy a serene "High Tea" here, up close and personal with rare native birds, and plant a tree as part of this unique eco experience. Return to Wanaka for café lunch (at own expense) or optional packed picnic lunch.

After lunch experience the rugged beauty and solitude of the spectacular high country, bordering a World Heritage area with this exclusive 4WD journey exploring the private farm tracks on an historic Wanaka sheep, cattle and deer station. From the site of Nehenehe, an ancient Maori settlement abandoned in the 1830’s, to the ruins of Wanaka’s first European settler’s farmhouse (1880’s), this journey offers a unique insight into Wanaka’s rich history, heritage and modern-day farming life alpine style.

Tour Inclusions:

• Wanaka accommodation pickup and drop off.
• Small group (max 6 per tour)
• Morning boat trip to island Nature Reserve on Lake Wanaka
• Guided walk to summit to reveal island's secret - an island on top of an island!
• Morning tea.
• Private audience with rare native birds including Weka, Bellbird, Wood pigeon and Tui.
• Help the environment by planting your own native tree on the island.
• Afternoon backcountry journey by 4WD.
• Access to private sheep, cattle and deer farm.
• Maori and European historical site interpretation.
• Afternoon tea.
• Optional nature walk.
• Lunch is not included - you are free to explore local Wanaka cafés from 12:30- 1:30pm.
• Optional packed picnic lunch includes gourmet sandwich, fruit, muffin and bottle of water. ($NZ 20pp must be pre booked)
  

Tour Departures:

• Frequency: Departs daily October to April
• Departure Point: From all Wanaka accommodation properties
• Departure Time: 8:45am
• Duration: 8 hours approximately
• Return Details: Tour returns at 5:30pm
• Closed: Christmas Day

Important Information:

• Tours run with a minimum of 2 adults.
• Operator reserves the right to alter locations to suit weather conditions and farming practices.
• This tour must be booked at least 72 hours in advance of travel.
• Confirmation for this product will be received within 24 hours of booking, subject to availability.
• Tour is operated in English unless otherwise stated.
• Complete operator information, including opening times and local contact telephone numbers are included on your e-voucher.

Enhance Your Visit To New Zealand:

If you are interested in one of our independent coach tours, escorted coach tours or self drive tours and have day or two up your sleeve, why not add this trip to your visit? Simply let us know when you enquire about your other tour and we will include this trip in our quote.

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