Stevensons Island Cruise and Nature Walk
Overview
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2 hours
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Enjoy a 2 hour small group cruise and nature walk to Stevensons island. Once aboard the luxury catamaran, guests will relax in comfort and enjoy a 45 minute cruise among spectacular mountain scenery followed by a guided tour to the island summit with outstanding photo opportunities. Once back to your vessel enjoy complimentary tea, coffee and biscuits while you cruise back to Wanaka. Licensed bar with happy hour prices available as well.
Additional Info
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
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Lake Wanaka
Cruise on Lake Wanaka NZ to Stevensons Island for a guided nature walk.
What‘s Included
Department of Conservation Park fees
Local guide
Afternoon tea
GST (Goods and Services Tax)
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Cruise and guided Island walk
Coffee and/or Tea
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
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Stevensons Island Cruise and Nature Walk
Reviews
64 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Trip to Stephenson Island
michelledV6564EZ,May 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Nice boat trip to Stephenson Island. Didn't get "afternoon tea" got tea and a biscuit. Title was misleading. Trip to the viewpoint on the island was an easy walk uphill. Nice view, not spectacular.
Last minute cancellation of activity very disrespectful to their customers.
130royj,Apr 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00On the day of the activity, the operator cancelled our service leaving us with no time to plan for alternative activities on that day. The excuse was lack of other bookings for that activity. We felt disrespected and were just cast off.
Scenic Lake Cruise
stevendixon221,Feb 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Enjoyable scenic cruise to the island, short walk up to the view point - tea and biscuits on our return to the boat. Friendly crew and guide
Great tour and first rate guide + captain.
D1298VYbillh,Feb 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great cruise and visit to Stevenson island. The captain, Jamie was excellent as he chatted and gave us lots of details and background. I would recommend this tour.
Card cross with small walk
B5223SLkarinw,Feb 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00The setup good, but the promised hike/hike was only a 20-minute walk. The guide was knowledgeable, but shallow. The boat trip was good and the skipper did a good job
Relaxing
C6288KMcolleenm,Dec 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Relaxing cruise with a very welcoming crew. The coffee and biscuits were a nice touch and the trip was a perfect length of two hours.
Nice time on the lake
johnkW3694LZ,Dec 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A very relaxing cruise across the lake and an easy climb to the top of the island. Both the captain and guide were very personable
Will definetly do this again
Y6490YAchriss,Oct 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was a relaxing fun time, the cruise part was enjoyable with stunning views and Cam (our guide) was effortless in switching between local information and shooting the breeze
Relaxing and amazing scenery!
830justineb,Sep 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A great way to spend an afternoon on the beautiful Lake Wanaka. Tim and Cam were lovely and very informative about the local environment. Thank you for a memorable afternoon, and the beverages on the way back were also very enjoyable!
Well worth it!
Q3192CXpaolaa,Jul 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What a treat this was! Really glad we did this trip - well worth it. A smooth sailing over that took about 45 mins (and it’s stunning) to Stevensons Island. Had about half an hour to walk to the top, take some pics and learn a bit about the area. The cup of tea and biscuits on the way home was a lovely touch.
-20% off
From NZ$71.20Was NZ$89.00
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