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Franz Josef Wilderness Tours is one of the most scenic kayak locations on planet earth
Franz Josef Wilderness Tours is one of the most scenic kayak locations on planet earth
Highlights
- One of the most scenic kayaking tours in the world!
- Unbeatable views of the surrounding mountains and glaciers
- Tranquil mirror-like waters - great for paddling
Franz Josef Wilderness Tours is one of the most scenic kayak locations on planet earth!.
Enjoy a 3 hour kayaking tour in Franz Josef Glacier.
Join us on a unique kayak adventure and kiwi sanctuary tour, just minutes from Franz Josef Glacier!
Glide effortlessly across the lakes mirror-like water, enjoying panoramic views of the surrounding high mountains and glaciers. Our stunning lake was created by the mighty Franz Josef Glacier as it retreated some 14,000 years ago.
Now it sits calm and reflective, sandwiched between the mountains and the sea. At the back of the lake, we navigate our kayaks deep into the heart of the Okarito Kiwi Sanctuary.
Paddle silently past some 900-year-old kahikatea trees, all to the sound of native birdsong.
Franz Josef Wilderness Tours is locally owned and operated, so like true west coasters, we'll get out there rain or shine!
Available Bookings from 24 Apr to 7 May 2025
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- Child$67.00
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Authenticated Reviews & PhotosAll of our reviews are from people who have booked and paid for this activity thru Bookme
A wonderful experience
Gary from
United Kingdom
Awesome!!
Shelley from
NZ
Fantastic experience
pennyl2 from
Singapore
Kayaking
laurat7 from
NZ
Kayaking
laurat7 from
NZ
Guided Kayaking
Aravind Suresh from
NZ
beautiful views and great staff
stevenf from
NZ
Fantastic experience
Bradi Downes from
NZ
Great afternoon of paddling
Yvonne from
Australia
Great afternoon of paddling
Yvonne from
Australia
Great kayak experience
jiayunk from
Singapore
Great kayak experience
jiayunk from
Singapore
Great kayak experience
jiayunk from
Singapore
Thoroughly enjoyed
WAI KWOK VICTOR from
Hong Kong
Thoroughly enjoyed
WAI KWOK VICTOR from
Hong Kong
Thoroughly enjoyed
WAI KWOK VICTOR from
Hong Kong
Breathtaking
jamiec10 from
United Kingdom
Breathtaking
jamiec10 from
United Kingdom
Amazing, must do experience!
Callum Megram from
United Kingdom
Emma
Emma from
NZ
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Emma from
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Emma from
NZ
good
hojeong from
South Korea
Definitely should do kayak! :)
Hyemin from
South Korea
Authenticated Reviews & PhotosAll of our reviews are from people who have booked and paid for this activity thru Bookme
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Alison Evans from United States wrote on 15 February 2025
Fun on the lake
The kayak trip was superb. Very beautiful place and our guides Max and Curt made it so much fun with a lot of local knowledge.
steveh from New Zealand wrote on 13 February 2025
Kayak trip
Excellent value for money, very good experience given by 2 very good guides who made or experience better than expected.
Craig Stephens from New Zealand wrote on 10 February 2025
Lake trip
Great trip and experience. Olie our guide was also awesome .
cerynhop from United Kingdom wrote on 15 January 2025
Awesome Experience
Would highly recommend the kayak tour. We had a brilliant few hours with Max our guide. Max gave us loads of info about the area and the lake which made the experience even more interesting.
From Franz Josef - 3 Hour Kayak Classic
Thanks so much for your great review! We're glad you had a good time out on the water with Max. Our guides are very knowledgeable about the area and love to share! Safe Travels, Sydney and the Franz Josef Wilderness Tours Team
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Panagiotis Korovesis from United Kingdom wrote on 08 March 2025
Amazing
Would 100% recommend for anyone visiting Franz Josef. Great tour guide with with a lot of knowledge and many breathtaking views