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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

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

We do ask that any cancellations and changes are made a full 24 hours prior to the trip time. Cancellations made within the 24 hour time frame cannot be refunded (for any reason including medical or other) so please let us know in time if you need to change, or cancel your booking!This is in addition to Bookme's T's & C's
FREE Photos provided with each tour!

Available Bookings from 29 Mar to 11 Apr 2025

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shi boyang from China wrote on 17 October 2017

很棒

湖风景很美，划船挺好玩，可能会有点累，唯一不足自己英语不够好，导游的全程讲解听不懂…

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carat7 from Hong Kong wrote on 24 May 2024

非常好

領隊非常專業，讓我感到他對大自然的熱愛，好努力向隊員介紹湖的特色和雀鳥的習性。我們能夠在Franz Josef glacier 暢遊兩小時，是從來都未有試過的興奮和開心。起初有點擔心安全問題和可能弄濕身體，但裝備充足和職員好幫手，所以沒有這個問題發生。

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From Franz Josef - 3 Hour Kayak Classic

Kia Ora, Thank you for sharing your experience! We're thrilled you enjoyed exploring the beautiful Lake Mapourika with us. We're glad our equipment and helpful staff ensured your safety and comfort. Wishing you many more exciting adventures! Many Thanks, Franz Josef Wilderness Tours Team

Chia Ying Lu from Taiwan wrote on 14 October 2016

amazing view

The price is good, and it's wonderful experience.

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Panagiotis Korovesis from United Kingdom wrote on 08 March 2025

Amazing

Would 100% recommend for anyone visiting Franz Josef. Great tour guide with with a lot of knowledge and many breathtaking views

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Alison Evans from United States wrote on 15 February 2025

Fun on the lake

The kayak trip was superb. Very beautiful place and our guides Max and Curt made it so much fun with a lot of local knowledge.

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