Wanaka 4x4 Explorer The Ultimate Lake and Mountain Adventure

Overview

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4 hours

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The Ultimate Lake and Mountain Adventure

Wanaka’s boat and 4×4 tour brings you the best of both worlds with views from the lake and land looking over remote islands and National Parks. From start to finish we are off the beaten path, no people, truly remote, truly stunning. The best place to enjoy the views and your gourmet picnic!

The 4 hour tour departs from the Wanaka Marina and includes a 20 minutes boat ride to and from the base of Mt. Burke where you and your guide board our 4x4.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking.

There are no toilets on this tour, but bushes.

Please dress appropriately, it can be colder on the mountain so bring a jacket.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Small-group tour, max of 5 per vehicle

Exclusive acces to Mt. Burke Station

Afternoon Tour includes Afternoon Tea: Cheese and crackers, etc. with a local wine, or non alcoholic drink.

Driver/guide

Return boat trip.

Morning Tours include Morning Tea: Coffee & Tea with treats and a selection of fruit.

Gourmet Picnic

Hotel pickup and drop-off

What To Expect

Wanaka Water Taxi and Wanaka 4x4 Explorer

We will meet you on the jetty of the Wanaka Marina on Lakeside Road. Parking is very limited in the marina and not allowed on the graveled area. You can drive past the marina and park on the left side of Lakeside Rd once it turns up the hill. Or walk from the town center.

•Admission Not Applicable

Lake Wanaka

Wanaka’s boat and 4×4 tour brings you the best of both worlds with views from the lake and land looking over remote islands and the National Park. From start to finish we are off the beaten path, no people, truly remote, truly stunning. Your trip starts by boating up Lake Wanaka towards the head of Stevenson’s arm with tremendous views of glacier carved mountains, a constantly changing vista of steep walls and alpine peaks. We cruise past Stevenson’s Island to our landing point at the foot of Mt Burke. Boarding our 4×4 Vehicle we climb above the lake, your view expands until all of Lake Wanaka lays before you in a stunning panorama of crystal clear blue water and the alpine peaks of Mount Aspiring National Park. Take some time to enjoy the solitude and enjoy the best view in Wanaka! Your guide will give you an insight into the history of the farm station and the geology of the Alps and some of the stories of the early settlers while you enjoy your gourmet picnic.

4 hours•Admission Not Applicable

Options

Summer

Reviews

4.99

84 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Thanks to tour guide Tony...
Meghan H,
Jan 26, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Thanks to tour guide Tony and skipper Hannah for a great experience. We were a group of four including two older but adventurous family members, and this outing was just the right amount of excitement and activity for them. Hannah and Tony made things safe and fun, we learned a lot from the both of them, the boat ride up the late to Mount Burke Station was super scenic, and the picnic next to the 4x4 vehicle up high on Mount Burke was a stunning experience.
Great experience to ride...
David D,
Dec 20, 2024
- Viator
5.00
Great experience to ride a 4x4 up to the mountain. Hanah and Tony are friendly. Do take your lunch before the tour as the picnic was at late afternoon.
Just the best and it kept getting better.
Colin W,
Nov 16, 2024
- Viator
5.00
This was the best experience of our lives. From beginning to end, the wow factor kept climbing till the ultimate view. Hannah our water taxi skipper was wonderful with her expertise as we cruised past Stephensons island to our farm destination where Tony was waiting to welcome us in his Discovery 4 WD. It has snowed the previous night and the mountains were beautifully capped, which was magnificent on the beautiful sunny day. Tony then gave us a excellent historical drive up to the top of the Peninsula. With each bend in the steep off road adventure, there were even better vistas and surprises. The ultimate was the destination for the most magnificent view of the lake and 360 degree surrounds. We then enjoyed a beautiful snack sitting on the lookout taking it all in. The return home was also exciting as Hannah helped and towed a disabled boat with 2 passengers behind us back to the Wharf. In all, the best day ever. We would like to particularly like to thank the tour management for changing our tour from the previous rainy windy day.
Perfect day!
Karen S,
Mar 31, 2024
- Viator
5.00
It was the perfect day to do this trip! Travelled with my family and 2 year old son. The 4x4 ride up the mountains was the best plus the nice picnic setup while you enjoy the view at peak. Very friendly guides made the trip even more special. Highly recommend!
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Jeffrey L,
Mar 23, 2024
- Viator
5.00
The tour was beautiful exciting and had wonderful views. I enjoyed it but if your skittish the jeep climb up the mountain is intense a true 4 wheel experience. I would absolutely recommend it.