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Franz Josef Wilderness Tours is one of the most scenic kayak locations on planet earth
Highlights
- One of the most scenic kayaking tours in the world!
- Unbeatable views of the surrounding mountains and glaciers
- Tranquil mirror-like waters - great for paddling
Franz Josef Wilderness Tours is one of the most scenic kayak locations on planet earth!.
Enjoy a 3 hour kayaking tour in Franz Josef Glacier.
Join us on a unique kayak adventure and kiwi sanctuary tour, just minutes from Franz Josef Glacier!
Glide effortlessly across the lakes mirror-like water, enjoying panoramic views of the surrounding high mountains and glaciers. Our stunning lake was created by the mighty Franz Josef Glacier as it retreated some 14,000 years ago.
Now it sits calm and reflective, sandwiched between the mountains and the sea. At the back of the lake, we navigate our kayaks deep into the heart of the Okarito Kiwi Sanctuary.
Paddle silently past some 900-year-old kahikatea trees, all to the sound of native birdsong.
Franz Josef Wilderness Tours is locally owned and operated, so like true west coasters, we'll get out there rain or shine!
All prices are shown in NZD ($)
- Adult$104.00
- Child$95.00
- Adult$149.00
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- Adult$84.00 Less than 6 at this price!
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- Adult$104.00
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- Adult$84.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$95.00
- Adult$104.00
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- Adult$149.00
- Child$95.00
- Adult$84.00 Less than 6 at this price!
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- Adult$149.00
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- Adult$149.00
- Child$95.00
- Adult$149.00
- Child$95.00
- Adult$149.00
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- Adult$104.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$95.00
- Adult$104.00
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Authenticated Reviews & Photos All of our reviews are from people who have booked and paid for this activity thru Bookme
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Agnes Niederthanner from Germany wrote on 15 March 2024
Super Ausflug
Sehr gut geführte Kajak Tour mit viel Infos und see und Natur
From Franz Josef - 3 Hour Kayak Classic
Hi Agnes, Thanks for the review! We are glad you had a great time with our knowledgeable and experienced guides on Lake Mapourika. Safe Travels Emma
Stephan Horst from Germany wrote on 20 April 2019
Kayaktour
Eine wunderschöne Kayaktour mit beeindruckendem Bergpanorama, natürlich auch wegen des traumhaften Wetters. Sehr zu empfehlen.
Thomas Will from Germany wrote on 09 March 2017
TOlle Tour, leider nur 2er-Kajaks
Die Tour ist definitiv ihr Geld wert. Tolle Aussichten, netter Tourguide, kostenlose Fotos. Leider wurden wir einfach in 2er-Kajaks gesteckt - ohne, dass wir eine Wahl hatten. Ich hätte lieber ein eigenes Kajak gehabt, da man dann freier fahren kann und sich nicht mit einer fremden Person abstimmen muss...die dann auch auf allen Fotos ist ;-).
becp1 from New Zealand wrote on 20 August 2021
Amazing Experience
Brilliant guide and amazing experience. Totally recommend this to anyone wanting to enjoy nature from a lake perspective Location is breath taking, both on the lake and down the little side creek. Will be looking at doing other adventures with these guys next time I'm back in Franz
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heimi from Germany wrote on 14 February 2025
Super Tour, absolut empfehlenswert!!!
Die Tour war super!! Max und Kurt waren die bestens Guides, die man sich wünschen kann! Sehr umsichtig und haben uns mit tollen Informationen über den See und die Wälder mit den Tieren darin versorgt! Die unberührte Natir, die Stille des Sees und das Alter der Wälder hat uns tief beeindruckt! Und dann gabs es noch Fotos, die die Guides während der Tour gemacht haben. Dickes Lob, unbedingt machen, wenn man die Natur liebt!