Discover the Beauty of Wānaka's Natural World
SMALL GROUP GUIDED EXPERIENCES
Go beyond sightseeing — deepen your connection to Wānaka with wildlife encounters, local stories & conservation initiatives.
Choose from our selection of guided adventures below!
GUIDED ECO ADVENTURES
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Lake Cruise & Guided Nature Walk – Mou Waho Island
Cruise Lake Wānaka’s glacial waters to discover the wild beauty and friendly birds of Mou Waho Island.
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ROB ROY GLACIER HIKE
Discover the jewel of Mt Aspiring National Park: a small group guided hike to the majestic Rob Roy Glacier along rivers & through ancient beech forests.
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BLUE POOLS GUIDED WALK
Step into nature’s crystal clear beauty with a guided walk to the Blue Pools and along the historic Makarora Bridle track.
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MISTY MOUNTAINS HELI HIKE
Walk the Misty Mountains: Heli Hike and traverse the middle-earth landscapes where wizards, dwarves and legends once roamed.
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ALPINE LAKES HELI HIKE
Fly to 3 pristine Alpine Lakes 1400m up, high in the spectacular World Heritage Conservation area bordering on Mt Aspiring National Park.
FAMILY RUN BUsiness
Local knowledge
5 STAR Rated
SUSTAINABLE
SAFETY CERTIFIED
Adventures with purpose
Help us offset the impact of each tour through hands-on conservation. Plant a native tree, join our on-going predator control efforts & ecological restoration.
Our guides are guardians as well as storytellers, ensuring each visitor becomes a participant in protecting the places we visit.
POPULAR DESTINATIONS
A hidden gem - MOU WAHo ISLAND TOUR
The most remote of Lake Wānaka's five islands, Mou Waho is about a 30 minute cruise from town. Enjoy tea with weta, weka and geckos, species no longer found on the mainland. Plant a tree on your visit to Mou Waho island to give back and help our reforestation efforts.
A half day tour with refreshments supplied.
A great trip for families.
This tour is ranked #1 on the Stuff list of New Zealand’s best wildlife escapes.
BLUE POOLS GUIDED WALK
Step into nature’s crystal clear beauty with a guided walk to the Blue Pools & along the historic Makarora Bridle track.
ROB ROY GLACIER HIKE
A small group guided hike along rivers, through ancient beech forests opening out at the base of the majestic Rob Roy Hanging Glacier.
MISTY MOUNTAINS HELI-HIKE
Enjoy a helicopter ride and traverse the middle-earth landscapes where wizards, dwarves and legends once roamed. 
5 Star Adventures
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