Half-Day Guided Tour of Mou Waho Island with a Cruise & Nature Walk

Savour the Spectacle, Support Conservation

Mou Waho Island is a delightful paradox housing a lake on an island within another. It's here you'll realign with nature, witness tireless conservation efforts, and encounter remarkable species, all while contributing to the island's preservation. This is more than just a tour; it's your chance to be a part of a purposeful journey, experiencing the thrill of discovery and leaving a positive impact. Now that's a trip worth packing for!

Cruise into Conservation and Adventure

Begin your journey on the pristine waters of Lake Wanaka, cruising against the backdrop of towering mountains on a fast but comfortable boat. This 30-minute journey is more than just a ride; it's an invitation to a secluded world on Mou Waho Island, a preserved nature reserve. Every guest's ticket contributes to conservation efforts by the Department of Conservation (DOC), making your voyage a meaningful excursion into nature.

On arrival, cast off into a 2-hour guided nature walk. Led by knowledgeable Kiwi guides, you'll traverse the predator-free island, home to the rare flightless Buff Weka, extinct on the mainland since 1920, and the aquatic Mountain Stone Weta. The pinnacle of your journey awaits at the island's summit – a natural glacial lake. Here, discover the phenomenon of a lake within an island, in a lake. It's not just the geographical wonder that will leave you breathless, but also the panoramic views from the lookout rock, offering stunning photo opportunities. The intriguing Maori and colonial history of the region shared by your guide is the cherry on top of this extraordinary adventure.

Itinerary

• 9am: Departure

• 30-minute boat cruise to Mou Waho Island

• 2 hours to enjoy the island and hike to the glacial lake on top

• 30- minute boat cruise back to Wanaka

• 12pm: Midday return