3 hours
Mobile ticket
Join this tour for an elegant cruise on the historic motor yacht "Faith" on Lake Te Anau. This relaxed 3-hour experience includes a guided walk in the Fiordland National Park, a delightful afternoon tea and refreshments, and cruising home under sail. You have 3 uniformed crew hosting you while on board, and 2 nature guides to show you the delights of New Zealand scenery. This option is restricted to 16 passengers to ensure a comfortable, personable experience.
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Minimum drinking age is 18 years
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Light refreshments
Local guide
Afternoon tea
Local taxes
Live commentary on board
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
You’ll arrive at the historic wharf on the edge of Lake Te Anau at 1.55pm for a 2pm departure on the ship, Faith. You`ll be met by your crew who will give you a safety briefing, and an order of events for your cruise. The crew will cast off and give you time to explore the ship. You’ll be offered tea and coffee once under way, and either have a chance to chat with crew, or enjoy time to yourself. You’ll have some amazing photo opportunities at all times, especially as you enter the South Fiord of Lake Te Anau. You’ll dock on the Hidden Lakes wharf and have your nature guide take you for a 15-minute walk into the first of the Hidden Lakes. This is another wonderful place for photos. It’s an easy walk with no hills on the track. It`s a leafy trail, so you’ll want to have comfortable footwear. Upon return to the Faith you’ll have your afternoon tea and refreshments served, and time to relax and listen to the sounds of nature with the engine turned off. As you cruise out of the South Fiord your crew will raise the sails if the wind allows, and cruise back to Te Anau with the special feeling of big sails billowing above you. Upon return you’ll be accompanied back down the wharf to shore by your crew. At all times our intent is to be relaxed and allow you the flexibility of choosing to focus on the chapters of the experience which give you the most pleasure. We aim to return at 5pm.
160 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Melinda S,
May 2, 2025
- Viator
We had a great experience, the crew and skipper where lovely and very informative, the boat was great, overall we had a very enjoyable experience well worth taking this cruise.
Joanne S,
Feb 28, 2025
- Viator
Had the very best afternoon. Great fun and good value. Fantastic yacht and a Captain that was passionate about his boat and ensuring his visitors had a brilliant trip.
Katrina K,
Nov 19, 2024
- Viator
Amazing trip. Captain and crew amazing. Intimate setting, best time ever. History and knowledge on trek brilliant. Would do it again in the future.
Sandra H,
May 30, 2024
- Viator
Great afternoon with a couple passionate about their historic yacht, great to learn the history of the yacht, lovely walk and afternoon tea
Jennifer N,
May 26, 2024
- Viator
We had the best time on the Yacht with Adam and Co. We had an infant with us and they were very friendly, accommodating and welcoming. It was the best tour that we had booked this trip, really worth going on small owner operated tour, you can't beat the smaller group size and their knowledge of the boat and the area are unsurpassed. Highly recommend this tour 😊
Operated by Fiordland Historic Cruises