Lake Mapourika Kayak Tour: Scenic Glacier Views

Embark on a small-group kayak adventure near Franz Josef Glacier. Discover the stunning Lake Mapourika, surrounded by the Southern Alps and Glaciers, and explore a kiwi sanctuary in the pristine rainforest.

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Lake Mapourika - Paddle across the stunning waters of Lake Mapourika with your knowledgeable local guide. Take in views of the glaciers and Southern Alps as you paddle across and explore the rainforest and conservation area on the far shoreline of lake.
What's Included
  • Private transportation
  • All equipment provided including dry bags, splash jackets and gloves and hats in the winter
  • Fully Guided Activity
  • Courtesy pick-ups available on request
  • Courtesy Transport to and from the Lake
  • High Quality Photos
What's Not Included
  • Lunch
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
Additional Information

A unique kayak adventure, only minutes from Franz Josef Glacier! Set out across Lake Mapourika’s mirror-like water and enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding Southern Alps and Glaciers.
Lake Mapourika was created by the mighty Franz Josef Glacier as it retreated some 14 000 years ago, now it sits sandwiched between the Southern Alps and the Tasman Sea….

Location
30 Main Road
Main Road
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.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Michelleatong
Nov 5, 2024
Although we had our muscles sore after the trip, but overall it was a fun trip! - The trip was fun! Although at the starting of the kayaking at Lake Mapourika was a bit scary cause of the waves and wind, but our guide kept us safe. Then we get the chance to explore the forest and learned about the flora and fauna in NZ. It was overall very informative trip. Kayaking back the trip was more chill and relaxing. Got to learned about the Maori story of the glacier. Although we had our muscles sore after the trip, but overall it was a fun trip! Thank you to Franz Josef Wilderness Tour Team for the trip and guide!
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Cruiser631855
Oct 15, 2024
Top Notch - Excellent kayak tour starting with our guide Gil, the best experience. We had perfect weather and an excellent group. Gil looked after us and was a wealth of information. Top notch.
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Sightseer04708903861
Oct 14, 2024
Highlight of our trip so far. - Brilliant tour, guide was exceptional. Weather forecast was iffy but once on the lake it was perfect conditions as the pics show!
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Androsjlouca
Oct 3, 2024
Great tour with Gil - Had an Amazing tour today doing the Kayak and walking tour. The weather was amazing and the kayak was beautiful through the lake. Our tour guide Gil was super knowledgeable and very friendly and tailored the experience for our interests. The walking part of the tour was really interesting and we even got professional photos taken for us included in the price. Definitely recommend!
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Explore109341
Sep 25, 2024
Worthwhile kayak experience - Great guides. Peaceful lake with very interesting forest as it was 1000 years ago. Group was from all over world and we had a lot of fun.
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Kevinmcd70
Sep 22, 2024
Serene experience on a beautiful lake. - We enjoyed the experience very much. The lake was beautiful and our guide Sydney did an excellent job engaging with the whole group and giving us lots of tidbits of local knowledge. The weather turned a bit in our return leg but the kayaking was still fairly easy.
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Sandra
Jul 28, 2024
Kayak fun! - This was a fun and informative way to get out in nature and get some exercise! It was easy paddling with awesome views. Our guide Cody was so knowledgeable and friendly, he really made it an awesome time on the lake. Thank you! Very much recommend this outfitter in Franz Josef!
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Y5588mvmollyr
Jul 28, 2024
Lovely kayak tour - Had a lovely kayak tour with Sydney. The views were great even with the rain and we stayed completely dry with all the gear. Sydney shared lots of facts about the nature and wildlife and was super organized and fun to chat with. Thank you for the great tour!!
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977lewisg
Jul 13, 2024
Well worth doing! - We had an awesome morning out on the lake with Pickles (and Oscar), he was welcoming from the start and was full of knowledge about the lake and surrounding area. We had the lake all to ourselves and thoroughly enjoyed the views as well as the laughs, stories and knowledge Pickles shared with us. We would all highly recommend a kayaking trip with the guys, it’s been one of our favourite activities of the trip! Thanks again Pickles and Oscar, from Lewis, Conn, Molly and Lexi!
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Faraway65938996054
Jun 26, 2024
Kayak Review - Our tour guide Pickles was so knowledgeable and took great photos for us. We think he is an asset to the wildlife team!!!!
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