Wanaka Water Taxi Mou Waho Island Tour

From NZD 139

4.9

144 reviews

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Overview

Available languages

English

Come and join us on a trip to our favourite place on Lake Wanaka, Mou Waho Island.Where you can find an island, on a lake, on an island, on a lake, on an island on the sea! Mou Waho Island is a protected nature reserve and is home to many native New Zealand birds including the curious and flightless Weka. A short walk takes you to the top of the island where you will be exposed to breathtaking panoramic views of the Arethusa pool, Lake Wanaka and its surrounding peaks.

Our water taxi leaves Wanaka Marina twice-daily travelling 15km up Lake Wanaka, passing Mou Tapu Island and the steep cliff of fisherman's cove to Mou Waho Island. Your friendly and knowledgeable skipper will inform you of the fascinating geology of the alps and the glaciers that created the lake as you travel along its sparkling waters.

Trip includes a 1.5+ hour freedom walk on the island.

Note: Christmas Day Mou Waho Island Tour includes a Xmas picnic and will run a bit longer so we can all celebrate together.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Minimum numbers apply

A 20/30 minute walk up hill is involved. (Optional)

Due to uneven surfaces and the steepness in places, the walk is not recommended for those with walking disabilities but they are more than welcome to join us on the boat trip and skip the walk and stay at the bottom of the island.

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

Landing and facility fees

1.5+ hour freedom walk on the island

Extensive live commentary onboard

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Options

Summer tour option

10 am 2 pm: Mou Waho Island Tour

Operated by Aqua Adventures Wanaka LTD trading as Wanaka Water taxi Wanaka 4x4 Explorer

Reviews

4.9

144 reviews

140

Spectacular Adventure
MohamadNazriBin M,
Jan 10, 2025
5.0
Water taxi on the lake was a wonderful experience. Seeing the pool lake up Muo Waho Island was spectacular. The taxi pilot provided great information during the tour
Perfect day out
Andreas M,
Nov 26, 2024
5.0
Awesome trip, totally worth it! Amazing crew as well! The island can get a bit windy but the views are great!
Great way to spend an afternoon in Wanaka
Shannon H,
Nov 13, 2024
5.0
We were very lucky and had a beautiful day out on the lake. The boat ride to Mou Waho was very nice, Brent stopped along the way to show us things and share some of the history and facts about the area. The island itself was gorgeous. The lake was high, so we had to disembark a little creatively, but it was a fun way to start the walk to the overlook that had stunning views. Great way to spend an afternoon in Wanaka!
Stay away from this group. You are not their priority.
DorothyFox,
Nov 9, 2024
1.0
Would not recommend this tour. It is operated by mostly young, inexperienced folks. They want to enjoy their time at the expense of ours. Instead of removing a kayak from the back of the boat they made us jump off the side boat up to our thighs. Ruining our hiking boots for the rest of our holiday and leaving us with wet clothing for cold hike. Selfishness and laziness! 300$ worth of hiking equipment got ruined.
Fun on Lake Wanaka
Alan S,
May 8, 2024
5.0
A wonderful day on the lake! Our host (i'm sorry I've forgotten his name) was great, his knowledge of the geography, fauna and flora, and the local history was well explained. We saw lots of wild life and really enjoyed the view from the bluff. A great day out.