1-Hour Ruby Island Cruise and Walk from Wanaka - Explore Scenic Lake Wanaka, New Zealand

Embark on a 1-hour Ruby Island Cruise and Walk from Wanaka to discover the breathtaking beauty of Lake Wanaka in New Zealand. This small-group tour offers a guided exploration of the island, perfect for all ages.

Duration: 1 hour
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Lake Wanaka - Often called the jewel of Wanaka, Ruby is small but very photogenic. The eclectic mix of exotic and native plants adds a foreground to the colors of the lake and the mountains behind.
What's Included
  • All fees and/or taxes
  • Guided Island walk
What's Not Included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and drinks
Additional Information

The Ruby Island Cruise, lauded as the top choice for travellers with a tight schedule, provides an exceptional hour-long tour of the beautiful landscape of Lake Wanaka, New Zealand.
This small-group excursion includes a guided exploration of the island, complete with numerous chances for memorable photos. With its effortless route, it is fitting for…

Location
Wanaka Marina
Lakeside Road
You will board your vessel from the Wanaka Marina. The access is at 100 Lakeside Rd Wanaka. Please be at the departure point before 12.45 pm. If you are not present at 12.45 pm, you may not be able to join the cruise. Parking may or may not be available at the marina. Arrive early to check.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Curious04869718554
Sep 27, 2024
Outstanding! - Outstanding way to spend an hour! Gorgeous views and the skipper (Toby) was wonderfully cheerful & knowledgeable. A delightful time indeed!
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Sophie2173
Jun 16, 2023
Highly recommend - A short and sweet overview of lake wanaka and ruby island.Our skipper/guide was very friendly and knowledgeable and we would recommend to anyone visiting with only a few hours in wanaka.
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Kiwijoandsreve
Jun 14, 2023
Great short trip for all ages. - Wonderful little trip that we all enjoyed (aged 4 to 66). We asked the kids 4,9 and11) when we got home what they enjoyed today and all said the boat trip! Excellent scenery and tour guide imparted a wealth of knowledge that we all appreciated. Would recommend 👍
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Moeroap1
Oct 13, 2022
Awesome! - Thank you so much Tim and Shaun for our awesome trip to Ruby Island. We throughly enjoyed ourselves. The wee walk to the look out was beautiful. Thanks again
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Andrew_p
Aug 12, 2022
Must do in Wanaka - Tim the operator was very informative and friendly. Had a great time and this is a must do experience in Wanala.
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Rst-queenstown
May 1, 2022
Great cruise of Wanaka - I had a great cruise with Tim and Bronnie, the boat was great and there was plenty of space to take in the amazing views of Lake Wanaka. Tim took us for a walk around Ruby island and taught us about the interesting history and local vegetation. I highly recommend this cruise as it gets you out on one of the most breathtaking lakes in the world. Regards Wayne
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Neal_m
Jan 4, 2023
Worth doing - reasonable value for money - Nice boat trip…island walk and tour with guide. Was expecting to stay on island a little longer, but pleasant for value of ticket.
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Oliver_m
Feb 25, 2024
Tour Cancelled Last Minute - The tour organised called me 25 minutes before the boat was due to depart, and said the tour hadn't met the minimal number of guests to run, so that it was cancelled. He did kindly offer a free upgrade to a longer tour departing later that day, however this didn't fit with our schedule. It would have been nice if we had been notified sooner. He could have called earlier that day and said it was looking unlikely the tour would run due to lower numbers, FYI. (We would have not waited around in town that day had we of known.)
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Lakesidechick
Jan 12, 2023
Ruby Island - We enjoyed the cruise across the lake - but go see the tree from the beach as the view from the boat is a bit far away. The island walk is ok and the history of the island is interesting. It’s not really a photo walk - there’s just the one photo opportunity at the top of the hill. The guide and the driver were friendly and welcoming. Take a drink as there’s nowhere to purchase on the boat or island.
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Inspire17364624524
Mar 15, 2023
Spot the difference - When the cruise boat turned up ….well it was actually a small boat. Not what was advertised on the flyer. Had to climb in via a small ladder onto and into the front of the boat and a step down three stepped little ladder into the boat. Definitely not a recommended way of safely getting aboard. Couldn’t even go outside as he said it would destabilise the boat ? Kinda went near the Wanaka tree …..too far for a photo. Ruby island was more than a walk. Should have realised when the tour guide/skipper of the boat took his hiking pole. The ascent was steep and long … take a drink it will be needed. Very disappointing as this cost us $98.
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