Franz Josef - 3 Hour Kayak Classic

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Franz Josef Wilderness Tours is one of the most scenic kayak locations on planet earth

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!

Adult $149.00
Child $95.00 (Aged 17 & under)

What's included

  • 3 hour guided kayak tour
  • Free photos of your experience
  • We provide jackets, paddling ‘pogies’ (for your hands), dry bags and caps/beanies.

Duration

  • Allow approximately 3 hours for the whole experience

Location

  • Departure Location: 30 Main Road Franz Josef Glacier

Child Friendly

  • This experience welcomes families with children.

Notes

  • FREE Photos provided with each tour!

Available Bookings from 19 Dec to 1 Jan 2025

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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

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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.

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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 ;-).

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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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Gareth Jones from United Kingdom wrote on 29 January 2023

Great trip

We booked the classic kayak tour but unfortunately, this was fully booked for the time and date of it. However, the company upgraded us to the kayak tour with the okarito kiwi sanctuary and it was brilliant. The tour guide Jacob was so friendly and knowledgeable. Great tour!

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10:00 a.m.Thursday 13 July

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